Dreyers English Adapted for Young R..., Benjamin Dreyer
Dreyers English Adapted for Young R..., Benjamin Dreyer
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Dreyer's English (Adapted for Young Readers)
Good Advice for Good Writing

Author: Benjamin Dreyer

Narrator: Benjamin Dreyer

Unabridged: 6 hr 41 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/09/2021

Synopsis

Adapted from the New York Times bestseller by Random House's longtime copy chief, this informative and witty guide to writing and grammar, written especially for a younger audience, entertains as well as instructs.

Full of advice, insider wisdom, and fascinating facts, this book will prove to be invaluable to anyone who wants to be confident in their writing skills, or anyone who enjoys the power of language. Explored throughout are the mysteries of using punctuation, word choice decisions, and more, presented in a clear, concise and accessible manner made fun!

Praise for the New York Times bestseller DREYER'S ENGLISH: An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY O: The Oprah Magazine,Paste, and Shelf Awareness

"Essential (and delightful!)" --People

"Playful, smart, self-conscious, and personal . . . One encounters wisdom and good sense on nearly every page." --The Wall Street Journal

"Destined to become a classic." --The Millions

"Dreyer can help you . . . with tips on punctuation and spelling. . . . Even better: He'll entertain you while he's at it." --Newsday

About The Author

Benjamin Dreyer is vice president, executive managing editor and copy chief, of Random House. He began his publishing career as a freelance proofreader and copy editor, joining Random House as a production editor in 1993. He has copyedited books by authors including E. L. Doctorow, David Ebershoff, Frank Rich, and Elizabeth Strout, as well as Let Me Tell You, a volume of previously uncollected work by Shirley Jackson. A graduate of Northwestern University, he lives in New York City. Visit him online at BenjaminDreyer.com and follow him on Twitter and Instagram at @BCDreyer.

Reviews

Goodreads review by thecandlelightlibrary on August 01, 2021

3.5/5 stars Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Children’s for sending me a free ARC copy in exchange for an honest review. First off, I should clarify I have not been able to read the original version of this book yet, so I won’t be able to compare the young readers’ version to it. Hopefully some......more

Goodreads review by Zibby on February 15, 2021

This guide is an informative and witty guide to writing and grammar, adapted for young readers. Dreyer's English, whether for adults or young readers, is about polishing and refining writing. But this isn't just basic school grammar. The author touches on some of the things in this book that everyon......more

Goodreads review by Heather on February 19, 2021

It's a great book for adults too. I have a degree in English, I am a grammar-lover, and I am a professional writer whose job is to know how to use words properly. I know a lot about grammar. And I'm still learning things from this book.......more

Goodreads review by Justin on February 04, 2021

A great refresher on how to use words! Loved the original and this book a fun read and a must have for your library. I kept thinking of how I want to pass this book along to my 12 year old nephew. Sure, he won't get most of the references Dreyers makes but it will be such a leg up on his knowledge o......more

Goodreads review by Alley on December 02, 2020

Dreyer’s English (adapted for young readers) is a valuable and informative text that students can learn from in order to improve their writing skills. The book gives examples of how to overcome certain rules that limit a person’s writing. Also how to use grammar as a tool and not a hindrance. I woul......more

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"An excellent resource for students and likely even more useful to those who teach them.” —The Horn Book

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