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Dreyer's English (adapted for Young Readers) by Benjamin Dreyer

Dreyer's English (adapted for Young Readers)

Good Advice for Good Writing

Benjamin Dreyer

Random House Children's Books · Print & ebook · February 22, 2022

Adapted from the New York Times bestseller by Random House's longtime copy chief, this informative and witty guide to writing and grammar, written especially for a younger audience, entertains as well as instructs.

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Who it’s for
Younger readers looking for guidance on writing and grammar
Themes
Writing and grammar, Punctuation and word choice
Genres
Grammar, Creative Writing

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Adapted from the New York Times bestseller by Random House's longtime copy chief, this informative and witty guide to writing and grammar, written especially for a younger audience, entertains as well as instructs. Full of advice, insider wisdom, and fascinating facts, this book will prove to be invaluable to anyone who wants to be confident in their writing skills, or anyone who enjoys the power of language.

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Explored throughout are the mysteries of using punctuation, word choice decisions, and more, presented in a clear, concise and accessible manner made fun! Praise for the New York Times bestseller DREYER'S ENGLISH: An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY O: The Oprah Magazine,Paste, and Shelf Awareness "Essential (and delightful!)" --People "Playful, smart, self-conscious, and personal . . . One encounters wisdom and good sense on nearly every page." --The Wall Street Journal "Destined to become a classic." --The Millions "Dreyer can help you . . . with tips on punctuation and spelling. . . . Even better: He'll entertain you while he's at it." --Newsday

Who it’s for

  • Younger readers looking for guidance on writing and grammar
  • Readers seeking writing confidence or interested in the power of language

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Creative Writing91%
Grammar84%

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  • Grammar
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  • Study Help
Authors
Benjamin Dreyer
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Published
February 22, 2022
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Writing and grammar · Punctuation and word choice
Reading lane
Grammar