Enhance Your English Writing Skills with Effective Writing in English: A Sourcebook

For many Dutch-speaking academics and professionals, the ability to write correctly, attractively, and effectively in English is essential. If you are looking for a reliable and comprehensive guide to improve your English writing skills, look no further than Effective Writing in English: A Sourcebook. This book is designed to provide practical advice and strategies for creating persuasive and well-structured English texts, focusing on text organization, paragraph and sentence construction, and the editing process.

Unlock Your Potential as a Writer in English

The primary goal of Effective Writing in English is to empower writers to take control of their texts and achieve their communicative objectives in English. Throughout the book, you will discover various grammatical techniques that can help you build appropriate and impactful sentences. To supplement your learning, this sourcebook can be effectively used alongside Principles and Pitfalls of English Grammar by J. Lachlan Mackenzie.

Target Audience

Effective Writing in English is specifically tailored for Dutch-speaking academics and professionals who aspire to write confidently and skillfully in English. By utilizing this sourcebook, you will become more conscious and self-assured in your English writing abilities.

A Revised and Enriched Third Edition

In this third revised edition, Effective Writing in English has undergone several improvements. The first two parts of the book have been extensively reworked, enriching it with a plethora of new examples. The chapter on spelling has been omitted from the book; instead, readers are directed to consult the website for spelling guidelines. Furthermore, new information has been added to certain chapters, ensuring the book remains up-to-date and relevant. Finally, the recommended reading list at the end of the book has been updated.

About the Authors

This book is written by Mike Hannay, an emeritus professor of English Linguistics and the current director of the Academic Language Programme at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Co-author J. Lachlan Mackenzie is an emeritus professor of Functional Linguistics at the same university. Both authors possess extensive experience in teaching English to Dutch-speaking students, ensuring that the content is effective and tailored to the specific needs of the target audience.