The Mature Student's Guide to Writing is a compendium of information on basic grammar, punctuation and a wide variety of written forms. Adults returning to study (and general readers too) will enjoy its lucid, conversational style. The author makes no assumptions in terms of readers' prior knowledge - explanations are full, and each chapter contains an introduction and a summary. There are also exercises and many examples of students' writing. This accessible book will be an invaluable companion for the mature student, guiding them through what they need to know in order to write clear English.

Who is this Book for?
How to Use this Book
If you think you may be Dyslexic
PART ONE: THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF GOOD WRITING
Verbs
Sentences
Perfect Punctuation
More Parts of Speech
Getting Conversation on Paper
PART TWO: COPING WITH ESSAYS
Putting an Essay Together
Taking Notes and Using Quotes
Writing More Complex Sentences: Clauses
PART THREE: WRITING FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Style and Summaries
Creative Writing
Letters
Articles
Reports
Exam Essays
Appendix: Spelling Strategies
Answers
Index

JEAN ROSE works as a freelance writer and part time teacher. She has taught in Further and Higher Education, Community Education and prisons. Specialising in teaching mature students, she has also run a programme of Access into Higher Education.