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Learning to write well is an essential life skill. Many courses and programs require written assignments. Most courses in writing are offered in the English department. This guide lists library resources including books, e-books, databases, journals, and websites that may help students develop their writing skills. Talk to a counselor about what classes you need to take to meet your goals. Visit the English Department page for more information about courses in writing, poetry, literature, and related studies. Writing support at CR can be found in the Academic Support Center which provides a range of support services to students.
“If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.” Stephen King
"This is how you do it: you sit down at the keyboard and you put one word after another until it's done. It's that easy, and that hard.” Neil Gaiman
“Google' is not a synonym for 'research.” Dan Brown, "The Lost Symbol."
“Write. Rewrite. When not writing or rewriting, read. I know of no shortcuts.” Larry L. King
"Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing." Benjamin Franklin
These are some of the search words that students may need for a research project. Other words may be useful in addition to those listed below. Consult your textbook, class notes, or assignment guidelines for topic ideas.
Tips:
Use specific words. Use only one or two words. Try both plural and singular forms or varying combinations. Use words for specific issues relevant to the topic. Experiment with both technical and common usage words. Try names of relevant places or persons.
