The Write Way: The S.P.E.L.L. Guide to Real-Life Writing

by Richard Lederer, Richard Dowis

From Simon & Schuster, The Write Way is the S.P.E.L.L. (Society for the Preservation of English Language and Literature) guide to real-life writing.

Anyone who's tackled tricky grammar, slippery syntax, pesky punctuation, or sneaky jargon knows that good writing is never easy. In this ingenious guide, enjoy the wit of two English language mavens as they entertain while answering all our perplexing questions.

Genres: Writing, Reference, Language

245 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1995

About the author

Richard Lederer is the author of more than 35 books about language, history, and humor, including his best-selling Anguished English series and his current book, The Gift of Age. He has been profiled in magazines as diverse as The New Yorker, People, and the National Enquirer and frequently appears on radio as a commentator on language. He has been named International Punster of the Year and Toastmasters International's Golden Gavel winner.

He is the father of author and poet Katy Lederer and poker players Howard Lederer and Annie Duke.

Reviews

[Lisa]

The Write Way: The S.P.E.L.L. Guide to Real-Life Writing (Society for the Preservation of English Language and Literature) by Richard Lederer (1995)

[Abigail Rasmussen]

This book is very similar to Strunk and White's Elements of Style. It is an entertaining read even if you're not interested in learning to write better.

If you're a student - read this book.
If you're a teacher - read this book.
If you're a parent - read this book.
If you enjoy writing stories - read this book.
If you are bored and want a good laugh - read this book!!

[Randy Tramp]

Richard Lederer uses humor to teach grammar. I found "The Write Way" very informative. I put tabs throughout the book because I intend to use it over and over again.

[Daniel]

Filled with examples on how to communicate effectively with the written English language.