Good College Writing

Humorous, accessible, and anecdotal, Good College Writing: A How-To Guide helps students develop the foundational writing skills required to produce effective sentences, paragraphs, and essays in a clear and concise manner.

Each chapter of the text features easy-to-understand lessons and carefully selected readings that demonstrate key concepts and skill sets. The book begins with a chapter that explains to students how writing for college courses is different than any other writing they’ve done before. In subsequent chapters, students learn the basic structures of writing, how to choose a topic and construct a thesis statement, how to write effectively for an intended audience, and how to include evidence and argument to support a thesis statement. Additional chapters discuss essay organization, writing with style, reviewing drafts, and adding finishing touches.

Featuring a conversational and approachable voice, Good College Writing is designed to enhance students’ understanding of essential writing, reading, and research skills. The text is an excellent resource for introductory courses in English or creative writing that focus on composition or the basics of essay writing.