Getting published : academic publishing success

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Getting published : academic publishing success

Gina Wisker

(Palgrave research skills)

Palgrave, 2015

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 335-347) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This comprehensive handbook will guide readers through the process of publishing their research. It helps readers to establish successful writing practices and habits which will enable them to write well, complete their work to a high standard and have their work published. Drawing on her experience as a writer, editor and supervisor, Gina Wisker covers the practicalities of writing and provides tried-and-tested techniques for managing time, overcoming writer's block and developing a confident academic voice. This book is ideal for postgraduates, academics, researchers and professionals wishing to write effectively and share their work with others through academic publication.

Table of Contents

PART I: WHY WRITE? FORMS OF ACADEMIC WRITING AND HOW TO GO ABOUT WRITING THEM 1.Introduction 2.Why Are We Writing? Setting Up Effective Writing Practices, Managing Time, Space And Writing Energy 3. Writing For And Publishing In Academic Journals 4. Writing For And Publishing In Books 5.Writing For Academic Publication When English Is Not Your First Language PART II: A CLOSER LOOK AT THE PROCESS 6.Writing From Research And Practice Planning And Writing Different Parts Of The Thesis Or Article 7. Writing Literature Reviews And Thinking About Methodology And Methods 8. Writing Abstracts And Conclusions: Emphasising Meaning And Worth 9. Developing Good Writing According To Structures 10. Publishing From Your Phd PART III: THE WRITING PROCESS AND YOU 11. Finding And Developing Your Voice In The Disciplines 12. Managing Time, Overcoming Blocks And Getting The Writing Done 13. Writing Creatively And Reflectively To Support Your Academic Writing For Publication PART IV: LEARNING FROM FEEDBACK, AND PLAYING A FULL PART IN THE WORLD OF WRITING 14.Responding To Feedback 15.Turning Your Conference Presentation Or Paper Into A Publication 16. Writing For Online Outlets And Publications 17. Edited Books And New Editions 18. You're Not Alone Developing And Working With Writing Groups, Communities And Critical Friends 19. The Politics And Impact Of Writing For Academic Publication Conclusion.

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Details

  • NCID
    BB18643453
  • ISBN
    • 9780230392106
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    London
  • Pages/Volumes
    viii, 352 p.
  • Size
    22 cm
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