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 / Kathleen A. Kendall-Tackett.
Material type: TextSeries: APA Life ToolsPublication details: Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, c2007.Edition: 1st edDescription: xiv, 286 p. ; 21 cmISBN:- 0979212537
- 9780979212536
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book | Main Library | NonFiction | 808.02 K33 | Available | 33111005322009 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
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.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 261-269) and index.
Getting started : from idea to first draft -- Finding time to write : time management for writers -- Why we bore : the seven deadly sins of academic writers -- The art of the story : how narrative nonfiction can add interest to your writing -- Working with other writers and writers' groups -- Preparing your final manuscript for submission -- The "E" word : working well with editors -- Writing articles for magazines, newsletters, and web sites -- Selling your book idea : how to find a publisher -- How to write and submit a book proposal -- Sign on the dotted line : an overview of book contracts -- Book promotion I : working with a publicist and the media -- Book promotion II : seminars and web marketing.