| How to Write for a General Audience: A Guide for Academics Who Want to Share Their Knowledge with the World and Have Fun Doing It Contributor(s): Kendall-Tackett, Kathleen A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0979212537 ISBN-13: 9780979212536 Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA) OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: January 2007 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Writing - General - Language Arts & Disciplines | Writing - Authorship |
| Dewey: 808.02 |
| LCCN: 2007010275 |
| Physical Information: 0.71" H x 5.1" W x 7.94" (0.77 lbs) 286 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This work shows academics how to communicate their ideas effectively to a wider audience. With humor and personal anecdotes, she provides practical information on coming up with ideas for articles and books, beating procrastination, and writing effective, jargon-free prose. Most academics know little about the business end of publishing. In this book, they'll find helpful tips on locating a publisher, pitching an idea, working with editors, negotiating a book contract, and promoting one's finished product. |