Using examples and exercises to help you write with clarity and confidence, this book covers the essentials of how to organize your text to hold your readers' attention; edit yourself for grammar, tone, and excess words; and master the documents.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 213-214) and index.

Introduction -- Step 1. Get started easily and naturally -- Step 2. Be concise, explicit, and clear -- Step 3. Write with style and rhythm -- Step 4. Organize to promote understanding -- Step 5. Persuade readers to take your desired action -- Step 6. Choose the right tone -- Step 7. Put your best grammar on the page -- Step 8. Edit and proofread effectively -- Step 9. Master emails and electronic communication -- Step 10. Apply writing skills to social media copy -- Appendix A. Drive organizational and personal success with better writing -- Appendix B. Master the text you write most often -- Appendix C. Commonly misused words and phrases.