'A fun and inspirational sweep through territory not always considered within the parameters of academic writing. The three phase frame of writing for self, redrafting for the reader and editing is generative and functional. This text is enormously accessible with its author dialogues, fictional characters, anecdotes, scholarly approach and valuable reading and writing activities. '
The key word in the title – and what sets it apart from its rivals – is the word ‘inspirational’. This is not another dry textbook, setting out how to produce a PhD thesis and avoid the perils of plagiarism, shoddy references or grammatical errors.
'Bolton and Rowland’s honesty and first-hand experiences of academic writing bring this book to life and make it highly engaging. It offers solid advice in an accessible manner to the writer who wishes to bring the kernel of an idea to fruition through academic publication.'
'This excellent book justifies its title. It takes the aspirant writer from their research ideas and early writing (the authors suggest this should be experimental) to the production of the final edited text. Beautifully written, by authors who care, it is an invaluable resource for Doctoral students and newer writers and speaks to everyone who values good academic writing.'
'The conversation that is Bolton and Rowland's text reminds the reader and writer alike of the necessary blend of persistence and joy that moves us along the writing continuum of procrastination to inspiration. Their honest accounts of their own writing journeys, and their shared experiences of working with other writers at all levels, are pragmatic, informative, reassuring and engaging.'
good practical examples of issues that researchers face when writing for publication and offers some useful suggestions.
It is a supportive andpractical text book for UG student writers who wish to build their confidence as academic writers.
It didn't inspire me
Useful overview and tips for academic writing
I nice tool for undergraduate students starting their final year projects. I definitely recommend it as a resource book.
I have read this book and will be recommendating it to my project students. it is easy to read and gives relevant information about acedemic writing.
I really like this book. Written in the first person, it has an engaging style which feels personal and supportive. I will be recommending it to all my masters and doctoral students who have hopes of writing for publication.
I really like this book. Written in the first person it has an engaging style which is personal and supportive. I will be recommending it to all my masters and doctoral students who have hopes of writing for publication.
A well thought out text. Clear chapter structure.
This text provides clear instructions for those new to academic writing for publication. I particularly liked the tasks as the end of each of the chapters and the accounts of individuals' experiences.
This is an excellent well-written book. Gillie Bolton has an easy, accessible writing style. Quick to read and ideas are practical, supportive and work. There is a useful mix of advice and exercises; I like the way that two views are given. Exercises are aimed towards developing own writing skills with an eye to publication but, I have used some of them successfully with students in preparation for Dissertation and essay writing. Highly recommend this text.
Clear and easy to understand as it breaks down the complexities of academic writing.
Raraely have I felt motivated to write such a glowing review for a book but this book is so encouraging and it doesn't matter whether you are an experienced writer in a slump, an experienced practitioner worried about writing or a novice writer plucking up courage to write . It is written well, practises what it preaches and is full of exercises and tips about how to write. I have been motivated to write more frequently and with more confidence thanks to the author and critical friend.
This book talks to the reader, it stimulates conversations. Of real importance is the way the author simplifies the process and provides support for the academic writer. It provides useful case studies from which to support the reader.
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