Academic Writing and Research
Academic writing has its own conventions, but good academic writing should still be clear, well organised and enjoyable to read. Strong research deserves equally strong communication.
The books below provide practical guidance on writing, argument, evidence and presenting research effectively.
They Say / I Say
They Say / I Say — Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein
One of the most accessible introductions to academic argument. It demonstrates how to present your own ideas while engaging with the work of others in a clear and logical way.
The Craft of Research
The Craft of Research — Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb and Joseph M. Williams
A practical guide to planning research, developing questions, evaluating evidence and presenting conclusions in a structured and persuasive manner.
Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace
Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace — Joseph M. Williams and Joseph Bizup
An excellent guide to improving clarity, sentence structure and readability without sacrificing academic precision.
The Chicago Manual of Style
The Chicago Manual of Style — University of Chicago Press
A respected reference covering grammar, punctuation, citations, formatting and many aspects of professional and academic publishing.