The Right Word!: How to Say What You Really Mean
By (Author) Jan Venolia
Random House USA Inc
Ten Speed Press
1st March 2004
United States
General
Non Fiction
Language learning: grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
Reference works
428.2
Paperback
176
Width 136mm, Height 176mm, Spine 12mm
130g
Every writer needs help with words: choosing them, using them, spelling them correctly. In this book, Jan Venolia provides an A-to-Z listing of troublesome, confusing words, accompanied by clear examples and explanations to help avoid common mistakes. With a discussion on getting the most out of words, a helpful resource section, humorous illustrations, and clever bits of wordplay, this compact reference is the perfect addition to the writer's shelf.
JAN VENOLIA has been helping people improve their writing for more than 30 years. A veteran writer and editor, Jan lends her expertise to workshops and conferences. She lives in Gualala, California.