Quick Access: Reference for Writers

by Lynn Quitman Troyka

Designed for use in English Composition courses. Quick Access is a smaller, more user-friendly version of Troyka's Handbook for Writers, and is intended for a similar audience. The author offers students practical, current information, examples, and hands-on suggestions. She approaches students as emerging writers who deserve clarity of information and respect as they practise their skills. This book serves as both self-teaching aid and reference. An Exercise Booklet complements this text with exercises in which students can practise the skills they have learned.

Genres: Writing, Reference, Nonfiction, Language, Textbooks

Spiral-bound

First published December 12, 1931

Reviews

[Dot · Rating 5 out of 5]

As the title states, this is a quick access reference book. It is easy to navigate and clearly written.

[Jeffrey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Other than the Everyday Writer by St. Martin's press, none of these handbooks stand out from the others. They're kind of like soda or beer, even. Can't taste much of a difference without a lot of concentration. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm, was that McGraw-Hill or Pearson? Hmmmmmmmmmmmm . . . But when in doubt, go with St. Martin's. I think they are a little more adventerous. More fun. And heaven knows we need as much of that as we can get. "OK, kids, let's get back in the pool."

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a book I had to use to teach a beginning writing class. It was fine, but not one of Troyka's best.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

April 2009 - Quick Access is a helpful tool for all writers. I have a copy.