Plain Language in Government Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide

By: Myers, Judith G.

Book Overview

A Plain-English Guide to Government Writing Whether you're in the public or private sector, good writing skills are critical to your success in the workplace. Plain Language in Government Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide shows you how to apply federal plain-language guidelines to every type of writing - from emails, memos, and letters to agency communications, technical procedures, and budget justification statements. Through numerous exercises as well as examples from a variety of federal and state agencies, this practical guide walks you step-by-step through every phase of the writing process, providing tips for improved clarity, conciseness, and completeness. This valuable reference will help you: Write for diverse audiences in reader-friendly, plain language Overcome writer's block Gain confidence in your ability to write - and get results Make your writing visually appealing Prepare for briefings and presentations Recognize successful writing and identify what makes it effective A Plain-English Guide to Government Writing will enable you to express yourself more clearly and concisely, produce documents more efficiently, and work more effectively with others throughout the writing process.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3540880801
• ISBN13: 9783540880806
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.3" x 9.4"