Research Guides: ENG 111 Research Guide: Books

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The Secret Syllabus by Jay Phelan; Terry Burnham
ISBN: 9780691224428
Publication Date: 2022
The unwritten rules of success that every student must follow to thrive in college The Secret Syllabus equips students with the tools they need to succeed, revealing the unwritten rules and cultural norms and expectations not included in the official curriculum.
The Writer's Practice by John Warner
ISBN: 9780143133155
Publication Date: 2019
For anyone aiming to improve their skill as a writer, a revolutionary new approach to establishing robust writing practices inside and outside the classroom, from the author of Why They Can't Write.
Write to the Point by Sam Leith
ISBN: 9781615194629
Publication Date: 2018
Good writers follow the rules. Great writers know the rules--and follow their instincts!
McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage, 2nd Edition by Mark Lester; Larry Beason
ISBN: 9780071799904
Publication Date: 2012
Acclaimed grammarians Mark Lester and Larry Beason know that English teachers aren't the only ones who expect careful and correct language choices. Precision in language can be the deciding factor when it comes to getting a job or winning a promotion.
Wordsmith by Pamela Arlov
ISBN: 9780136050544
Publication Date: 2008
The Wordsmith series is the value-packed option that students will appreciate while mastering key writing and grammar skills.
A Writer's Reference by Diana Hacker; Nancy Sommers
ISBN: 9781457666766
Publication Date: 2014
For success in college, no skill is more critical than writing; it's the very core of a student's academic experience. Tested and trusted, A Writer's Reference is an essential tool for students who are strengthening habits and skills that will support them throughout college.

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Writing under Pressure by Sanford Kaye
ISBN: 9780195052237
Publication Date: 1988
Most writing is done under pressure. If you are a student who has a twenty-page research paper due in a week or a sophomore that has to answer four essay questions for a three-hour exam, this how-to guide is for you.
Grammar by Geraldine Woods
ISBN: 9781118744741
Publication Date: 2014
Practice makes perfect - and helps deepen your understanding of English grammar Establishing good grammar habits will set you up for success.
The Quick Fix Guide to Academic Writing by Phillip C. Shon
ISBN: 9781526405883
Publication Date: 2018
Whether you're writing a paper, essay, assignment, or dissertation, this short and punchy book helps you improve your writing skills through minimal effort.
Punctuation, Elements of Style and 300 Core SAT/GRE Words-3 Title Collection by Deaver Brown (Editor); William Strunk (Editor)
ISBN: 9781614964544
Publication Date: 2016
The Elements of Style has been streamline for modern usage, the Punctuation Guide covers the 13 marks, emphasizing the sentence bridges: Commas, Colons & Semicolons. 300 Core SAT/GRE words are used by students to score higher on their test scores as well.