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Kessler and McDonald's WHEN WORDS COLLIDE is praised by students for its straightforward and clear-almost conversational-presentation of grammar. This versatile grammar and usage handbook will work for you as a beginning student and as you continue as a media writer. It provides concise, clear explanations and examples, as well as quick and accurate answers to grammar or usage questions. The unique 'from writer to writer' perspective guides you through the writing process.
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In this spiral-bound update of the 2004 edition, U. of Oregon professors of journalism and communication contend that the rules of grammar are not a WCOT (complete waste of time) when it comes to writing for the media rather than sending text messages or e-mails. They present standard secrets of writing well and major mistakes, including thinking that you don't need to know grammar to write well. They then cover topics from the parts of speech to not reinforcing stereotypes, before presenting a guide to grammar and word usage (e.g, when to use if/which/who). Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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