Used: Very Good/Very Good; Very good+/near fine, excellent condition. Book is flat, tight and clean. Additional Details ------------------------------ Product description: WRITER'S ENCYCLOPEDIA A COMPREHENSIVE, ONE-VOLUME REFERENCE FOR WRITERS, EDITORS, POETS, STUDENTS, TEACHERS. The result of years of extensive research, Writer's Encyclopedia gathers together facts, figures, definitions, and examples - information about writing from hundreds of sources - into this one convenient volume. No matter what your questions or area of interest (whether freelance writing, editing, publishing, advertising, songwriting, broadcasting, audiovisual, film, theater, lecturing, or public relations) you'll find your answers among the more than 1,200 alphabetical listings and dozens of Appendix entries. The alphabetical entries (cross-referenced for easy use) help you find information when you need it fast - terms, organizations, awards, business practices, and resources. But you'll also find yourself reading through the entries to verify what you know, correct your misconceptions, and learn more about aspects of writing you never knew existed. You'll gain insight into the history of the writing field and the wide range of opportunities it offers. You'll also find legal and ethical guidelines, ways to improve your writing, and business tips.