Description: Words Fail Me: What Everyone Who Writes Should Know about Writing by Patricia T. O'Conner Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The author of the bestselling "Woe Is I" goes beyond grammar to offer witty, helpful advice for everyone who wants to write well. NPR sponsorship. Publisher Description Whether you are working on the novel thats been in the back of your mind for years or simply facing an increasing demand to write well at work or school, the fact remains: more and more of us are writing more often these days-reports, e-mails, faxes, and newsletters. But despite the increase in written communication, something has been lost-the fundamentals of good writing. Grammar maven Patricia T. OConner comes to the rescue with the most painless, practical, and funny writing book ever written. In short, snappy chapters filled with crystal-clear examples, amusing comparisons, and humorous allegories that cover everything from "Pronoun Pileups" and "Verbs That Zing" to "What to Do When Youre Stuck," OConner provides simple, straightforward tips to help you sort your thoughts and make sentences that make sense. Push aside those stuffy old-fashioned rule books, because OConner has written the most accessible and enjoyable book yet for todays writer. Author Biography Patrcia T. OConner was an editor at the New York Times Book Review when she wrote Woe Is I. Her writing has appeared in many magazines and newspapers, including the New York Times and Newsweek. She lives in Connecticut with her husband, Stewart Kellerman. Details ISBN 0156010879 ISBN-13 9780156010870 Title Words Fail Me: What Everyone Who Writes Should Know about Writing Author Patricia T. OConner Format Paperback Year 2000 Pages 240 Publisher Mariner Books GE_Item_ID:138834992; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
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ISBN-13: 9780156010870
Book Title: Words Fail Me: What Everyone Who Writes Should Know about Writing
Number of Pages: 240 Pages
Publication Name: Words Fail Me
Language: English
Publisher: HarperCollins
Subject: Authorship, General, Composition & Creative Writing
Publication Year: 2000
Item Height: 0.6 in
Item Weight: 7.3 Oz
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Author: Patricia T. O'conner
Item Length: 8 in
Subject Area: Référence, Language Arts & Disciplines
Item Width: 5.1 in
Format: Trade Paperback