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<span><span>Writing in plain language is not something they teach in you school. But it is an art and a science, and you can learn how to do it and apply it—how to write for results. This book provides a step-by-step, example-filled guide to the critical aspects of writing in plain English—plain language—the type of writing people understand and to which they respond favorably. Not many people refuse to read a newspaper because it is “too easy,” but lots of people avoid technical publications and barbecue grill instructions because they are “too hard” or unintelligible.</span></span>
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<span><span>Good writers are made, not born. The examples and information in this book will guide you along the process of becoming one of those “good” writers…and you may even find yourself looking forward to your next writing project.</span></span>

<span><span>Table of Contents</span></span>
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<span><span>Preface</span></span>
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<span><span>Introduction</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 1: A Brief History of the (American) English Language</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 2: How to Write in Plain English</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 3: Identify and Write to the “Right” Audience</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 4: Keep it Simple and Short</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 5: Planning and Organizing Your Documents</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 6: Applying the “Cs” and Rs” of Effective Writing</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 7: Using Correct Grammar and Punctuation</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 8: Using Reader-Friendly Voice, Tone, and Person</span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 9: Applying Effective Self-Editing and –Proofreading Techniques </span></span>
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<span><span>Chapter 10: Netiquette and Writing for the Likely Viewing Medium</span></span>
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<span><span>Conclusion: The Wrap-Up </span></span>

<span><span>Arrowood has been designing and presenting “plain language” writing training programs worldwide for over 13 years. She has written and edited documents for almost any imaginable area from engineering to marketing, lessons learned to risk assessment reports, and military to young adult.</span></span>