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Thompson, Edward T. – 1979
To write well, it is only necessary to write simply and clearly. To learn how, one must want to write clearly, be willing to work hard, and follow some basic guidelines. Before writing, create an outline by arranging ideas on note cards and putting them in a logical sequence. Write to the reader's level of knowledge about the subject. Avoid…
Descriptors: Guidelines, Writing Improvement, Writing Processes, Writing Skills
Forbes, Malcolm – 1981
Business letters should turn people on rather than turning them off. To write a good business letter, know what the goal is before starting to write, call the reader by name, tell what the letter is about in the first paragraph, refer to dates when answering letters, and write from the reader's point of view. Be positive, be nice, and be natural.…
Descriptors: Business Correspondence, Guidelines, Success, Writing (Composition)
Vonnegut, Kurt – 1980
Elements of a writer's style reveal to readers what sort of a person it is with whom they are spending time. These revelations are important because they are a mark of respect for readers. To develop style, follow these guidelines. Find a subject to care about and which others should care about. It is this caring which will be the most seductive…
Descriptors: Authors, Guidelines, Literary Styles, Writing Improvement
