*************************a straight forward workbook to maximize writing abilities************************* Welcome to the Universal Writers Guide. My name is Robert Stasio and I am here to provide concrete advice on the sometimes vague nature of academic writing- a general term used to describe the writing required in most classrooms. The methods herein have carefully evolved with every English/Composition course I've taught, but the benefits in this work book also apply to career, creative, and personal improvement purposes. It is often the "tricks of the trade" that make the process of learning an enjoyable experience and I will show you these trade secrets plainly and deliberately as possible. No matter the instructor, course, or assignment, this guide will provide a solid game plan that obtains the best results and makes the most efficient use of the reader's time and energy.