Writing Resources

Grammar Workshop: helpful sections on various common problem areas of grammar, mechanics, style, and documentation that I have prepared for writing students.

Elements of Style: a wonderful little book by Strunk and White on how to write better, clearer, more attractive English prose.

Evaluate Internet Resources: very useful if you are not sure the information you have found on the Internet is reliable.

Writing About Literature: some ideas I have on how you can approach writing literary essays. Please read this BEFORE taking any exams in this course.

How to Write a Literary Comparison: Dr. Agatha Taormina has prepared a very helpful outline with examples for one of her own literature courses. Check this out If you are having problems writing solid literary essays that have some point or thesis and support it using the text details.