Publisher's Synopsis
Good grammar is as critical to a successful personal and professional life as good grooming. Yet many struggle to master the basics. Enter this straightforward and entertaining book, which will teach even the worst grammarphobes how to write crystal-clear emails, professional-sounding letters, or articulate term papers.
Completely revised and updated, this edition of an Everything bestseller includes:
- Steps to mastering difficult punctuation
- Effective revision techniques
- Tips for clear and concise writing
- Lists of commonly misspelled and misused words
- Brand-new exercises, called Checkpoint, at the end of each chapter
- E-Links: Web sites for spelling rules, style help, and interactive quizzes
