Plain Language in Government Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide [Standard Large Print] (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781038721587)

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.

Author: Judith G. Myers
ISBN-10: 103872158X
ISBN-13: 9781038721587
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant
Language: English
Published: 04/26/2018
Pages: 460
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.14d