Academic Writing

Stylish Academic Writing showcases a range of scholars from the sciences, humanities, and social sciences who write with vividness and panache. Individual chapters take up specific elements of style, such as titles and headings, chapter openings, and structure, and close with examples of transferable techniques that any writer can master.

Embark on a journey through the hallowed halls of academia with Academic Writing, a tale that weaves the struggles and triumphs of mastering academic writing into the fabric of a student’s life. Panyim, a young scholar at the crossroads of curiosity and apprehension, stands before the grand library, the gateway to a world where ideas are currency and words are the medium of exchange. As Panyim navigates the labyrinth of scholarly expectations, he encounters Deng and Nyakor, companions who illuminate the path to clarity and precision in writing. Through their shared experiences, Panyim ...

All academics need to write, but many struggle to finish their dissertations, articles, books, or grant proposals. Writing is hard work and can be difficult to wedge into a frenetic academic schedule. How can we write it all while still having a life? In this second edition of his popular guidebook, Paul Silvia offers fresh advice to help you overcome barriers to writing and use your time more productively.

"They Say / I Say" identifies the key rhetorical moves in academic writing, showing students how to frame their arguments in the larger context of what others have said and providing templates to help them make those moves. And, because these moves are central across all disciplines, the audiobook includes chapters on writing in the sciences, writing in the social sciences, and - new to this edition - writing about literature.

With growing academic responsibilities, family commitments, and inboxes, scholars are struggling to fulfill their writing goals. A finished book - or even steady journal articles - may seem like an impossible dream. But, as Joli Jensen proves, it really is possible to write happily and productively in academe. Jensen begins by busting the myth that universities are supportive writing environments. She points out that academia, an arena dedicated to scholarship, offers pressures that actually prevent scholarly writing.

Writing about your research can be a wonderful experience, but there will be times when it’s hard—especially when you’re writing your first few papers. Efficient Scientific Writing gives you simple-to-use tools for writing a text that works. It helps you avoid wasting time and effort due to inefficient writing, and to develop habits for reliably producing text when you need to. This handy guide covers: • How to select your material and build a line of argument • A three-step drafting process that organically grows your text into a coherent paper • Tools and techniques for ...

Having played the role of a student, postdoc, researcher, research faculty member, author, reviewer, and editor, Kasthurirangan "Rangan" Gopalakrishnan, PhD, fully understands and empathizes with the struggles and pleasures of academic work. In this book, his goal is to assist you to do what you are already doing more effectively and efficiently with minimal stress and possibly to identify and eliminate those activities and habits that interfere with your academic writing productivity.

Embark on a transformative journey with Academic Theses: Writing Academic Papers Confidently, a book that transcends the traditional guide to become a beacon of inspiration for students navigating the complexities of academic writing. In the quiet sanctuary of the university library, Panyim’s struggle with articulating his ideas is a familiar plight to many. But when Nyakor, a peer with a talent for the written word, offers her assistance, a story of mentorship unfolds. Together, they explore the foundational pillars of academic writing: structure, argument, evidence, and the crucial art ...

This is a practical book. By the time you finish reading it, you will have all the tools you need to write well-structured, logical and convincing essays. It is the only guide to essay-writing you will ever need and is ideal for high-school and college students This book provides detailed instructions on the four main essay types: argumentative, expository, descriptive and narrative. “How to Write an Essay: A Beginner’s Guide” explains all the necessary techniques to enable your essay to be a success and achieve top grades.

Do you feel overwhelmed by your inability to write? Struggling with anxiety about meeting up with your daily writing goals? Or would you like to stop worrying but rather do something about it? Or do you want to learn how to write like a pro? The truth is...We all experience the occasional negative thought when we can’t seem to put our words down like we want to. But if you always feel overwhelmed, then you need to closely examine your writing techniques. The solution is to practice specific writing techniques that help you be more creative. With these techniques and habits, you'll have ...

If you're a student, you've probably pulled an all-nighter to finish a paper. It was a caffeinated, exhausting slog that might have gotten the job done, but it also took a lot out of you - and you knew you could do better. Relax! There's a better way. In Hacking Papers 101, Deleuzienne outlines 101 quick, actionable tips to optimize the paper-writing process and take control of school again. You'll learn how to budget your time if you've only got 12 hours to write a paper, which tools will let you conquer citations, how to read research quickly, how to write without second-guessing yourself...

In the late 1940s, a small pack of wolves crossed the ice of Lake Superior to the island wilderness of Isle Royale, creating a perfect "laboratory" for a long-term study of predators and prey. As the wolves hunted and killed the island's moose, a young graduate student named Dave Mech began research that would unlock the mystery of one of nature's most revered (and reviled) animals - and eventually became an internationally renowned and respected wolf expert. This is the story of those early years.

Conquer Academic Research with Confidence! Struggling to navigate the world of academic journals? You're not alone. Academic Journals: Use Academic Journals With Confidence is your one-stop guide to mastering scholarly research and taking your university studies to the next level. Meet Panyim, your experienced student mentor, and Nyakor, a curious freshman just starting her academic journey. Together, they'll unlock the secrets of academic journals, helping you: Grasp the essentials: Understand what academic journals are, who writes for them, and why they're crucial for credible research. ...

In this collection of Jeff Bezos' writings - his unique and strikingly original annual shareholder letters, plus numerous speeches and interviews that provide insight into his background, his work, and the evolution of his ideas - you'll gain an insider's view of the why and how of his success. Spanning a range of topics across business and public policy, from innovation and customer obsession to climate change and outer space, this book provides a rare glimpse into how Bezos thinks about the world and where the future might take us.

Embark on a scholarly odyssey through the sun-kissed landscapes of South Sudan. In this captivating guidebook, Panyim—a bright but apprehensive university student—faces his first research project. Enter Nyakor, his intelligent and supportive girlfriend, who excels in academics and is passionate about guiding Panyim through the labyrinth of research methodologies. Discover the Art of Inquiry: Quantitative and Qualitative Methods: From crunching numbers to capturing human experiences, explore the diverse pathways of research. Ethical Considerations: Navigate the moral compass of academia...

In 2001, Sharon Pincott traded her privileged life as a high-flying corporate executive to start a new one with the Presidential Elephants of Zimbabwe. She was unpaid, untrained, self-funded, and arrived with the starry-eyed idealism of most foreigners during early encounters with Africa. For 13 years - the worst in Zimbabwe's volatile history - this intrepid Australian woman lived in the Hwange bush fighting for the lives of these elephants, forming an extraordinary and life-changing bond with them.

Dive into the world of academic research with Academic Research: Understanding Research Fundamentals, a narrative that brings the principles of scholarly inquiry to life. Follow the story of Panyim, a dedicated university student in Juba, South Sudan, as he embarks on the daunting yet exhilarating journey of his first major research project. Guided by his girlfriend Nyakor, whose expertise in research methodologies is unparalleled, Panyim navigates the complexities of academic study with a focus on integrating traditional knowledge into environmental science. This book is not just a story; ...

A born naturalist and a fearless traveler, Vladimir Dinets wrote travel guides, conducted field research, and lived a couple of lives before he was accepted into the PhD program in zoology at the University of Miami. He thought crocodiles were a dead-end research topic - survivors from the age of the dinosaurs but not much else - until he witnessed groups of up to seventy alligators performing mating choruses that included infrasound vibrations - a form of communication extremely rare in nature.

Conquer your dissertation with confidence! Academic Dissertations: Write Dissertations Confidently is your friendly guidebook, co-written with a successful PhD student who's been there, done that. Follow Panyim's journey as he tackles the dissertation process alongside his organized and supportive friend, Nyakor. This book provides you with: Actionable steps: Master every phase, from choosing a strong topic to crafting a compelling defense presentation. Real-world scenarios: Learn from relatable case studies as Panyim overcomes common dissertation hurdles like data collection anxiety. ...

Write outstanding papers using a systematic top-down approachWriting a scientific paper is hard, especially if you want to publish in top journals. It’s even harder if you are a PhD student who is still learning the craft. But don’t worry, this book is here to help! It shows you a straightforward, step-by-step method that makes it easier to turn your hard-earned results into clear and exciting papers, ready for top journals. Instead of dwelling on technicalities, this guide breaks the process down into manageable chunks. How to choose the message of your paper? How to craft its abstract...