A step-by-step guide to all the stages of writing an academic essay. This book deals with gathering, evaluating and organising information; writing effective introductions and concluding paragraphs; and, revising and editing. It includes practical tips and advice for every student in full-time or part-time education.

This book is a step-by-step guide to all the stages of writing an academic essay. The first part deals with gathering, evaluating and organising information; the second how to write effective introductions and concluding paragraphs, and the final section how to revise and edit your work. Full of practical tips and advice gleaned from years of experience as a tutor on the receiving end of essays, this is essential reading for every student in full- or part-time education today.

C1 Getting started C2
Researching your topic C3
How to make a plan C4
Analysing and interpreting information C5
Writing a clear and specific opening C6
Writing complete body paragraphs C7
Writing an explicit conclusion C8
Using cohesive ties between senetences and paragraphs C9
Avoiding errors in sentence grammar C10 Avoiding errors in sentence structure C11 Writing with style C12 Punctuating your sentences correctly C13 choosing the best words C14 Acknowleding your sources accurately and completely