Here is the nuts-and-bolts advice from a professional writing coach about how to speak directly to your readers with prose that is lively, graceful, and accurate. Though directed primarily toward aspiring and professional journalists, these techniques can help anyone add vigor and clarity to the written word. A Pulitzer prize winner for editorial writing, Donald Murray was also chosen by Boston Magazine as the city's best columnist. His book belongs next to your word processor for easy access whenever your write, for it amuses, inspires, enlightens, and instructs. It practices what it preaches, and helps you get the best out of your writing. -- Publisher description