Synopsis

Includes useful checklists in the appendices, including editing checklist and a nursing-specific style guide. • Includes writing process (how to choose a journal, developing an idea, writing tips, etc.), legal and ethical issues, and how to write specific types of articles (case study, grant proposals, clinical, research, etc.)

Reviewer: Vicki Ann Moss, DNSc, MS, BSN, RN(University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh)
Description: This book provides very practical tips and information on key topics related to writing for publication such as selecting a topic, organizing a manuscript, and writing for different audiences.
Purpose: It is intended as a guide to help nurses learn the skills of writing for publication whether a journal article, an abstract for a podium presentation, or for consumers, among others.
Audience: "It is appropriate for all nurses, including undergraduate and graduate nursing students. "
Features: The 19 chapters are divided into two parts: a primer on writing and publishing and a guide to writing for different styles and platforms. Sample chapters include how to query a publication, finding and documenting sources, submissions and revisions, and writing a clinical article. There is even a chapter for global authors and for readers for whom English is a second language. Each chapter has Q & A sidebars and writing exercises as well as pearls of wisdom about writing. The book concludes with a review of the parts of speech, tips for editing, and a proofing checklist.
Assessment: This accessible and comprehensive book imparts much practical information on all major aspects of writing for publication. The contributors are all experts in their various fields of publishing such as editors, CEOs, professors, and an attorney. This book will be valuable for all, from novice writers to experienced authors.

Biography

Popular author and speaker Cynthia Saver, RN, MS is president of CLS Development, Inc., an editorial consulting firm. She has more than 30 years experience in nursing, including nearly 20 years of publishing experience as a writer, book and magazine editor, and editorial director. Saver has written for many nursing publications including Nursing Management, Nursing Spectrum, American Nurse Today, AORN Journal, NurseWeek, and the American Journal of Nursing, to name a few. Her writing experience includes a 10-part writing for publication series for the AORN Journal, research reports, case studies, interviews, clinical articles, and continuing education modules.