Complete, accessible instruction for writing, at a surprisingly affordable price, includes explanation of the writing process, excellent model essays that generate ideas for writing, step-by-step help with essay assignments, coverage of writing for different situations, and a complete handbook.Unique guidance on choosing topics that matter makes writing relevant for students and provides flexibility for instructors. An appendix of 3 additional readings for each assignment provides even more models and ideas for writing.Introductory chapters cover the elements of writing (topic sentences, introductions, conclusions, unity, and organization) as well as the patterns of development.Assignment chapters give step-by-step instruction in essay writing, with student models, abundant writing activities, and helpful "how-to" boxes. Advice for writing in other courses, in the community, and on the job in Part 3 includes chapters on doing research, keeping journals, writing summaries, taking timed writing tests, and writing resumes and cover letters.A comprehensive handbook provides coverage of grammar, word choice, spelling, punctuation and mechanics, help for multilingual writers, and more than 150 exercises for students who need practice.