Research for Writers

by Ann Hoffmann (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1992

  $7.33

  This is an updated handbook providing facts, instructions and advice on all aspects of researching material including chapters on organization, factual and historical research, fiction writing research, biography, family and local history and specialist research. All the addresses, telephone numbers and organizations have been updated.

• Used

  Paperback
  1986

  $3.24

• New

  Paperback
  2003

  $29.71

  Now in its seventh edition, Research for Writers is acknowledged as the standard research guide for writers and journalists. This book offers a combination of practical advice and up-to-date information both to new and experienced researchers. It is highly regarded as an aide-memoire for the established writer. From organisation and methods of research to obtaining information from and about foreign countries, this compact book is an essential reference for any writer. With guidance on search engines, downloading, libraries, email addresses and websites, this fully revised edition includes the latest information on how to get the most from the Internet. 'packed with good advice' - Reference Reviews