Writing Research Papers: A Guide to the Process

This book is an asset to any student who has to write the dreaded research paper. Chapters are logically broken down by steps in the research process - from narrowing down your thesis to printing out the final draft. Entire chapters are devoted to one topic (such as how to revise your writing and citing your works), allowing for more detailed explanations (you'll even wind up knowing the difference between MLA, ALA, and Chicago-style formats by the time you're done). I was very nervous when just thinking about having to write my paper but when I looked at the sample essays in the back of the book I said, "I want my essay to look like theirs" and got to work. You can't go wrong with this treasure trove! - Donna Di Giacomo

This is a clearly written, straight forward description of the process of writing a research paper. I have used various other texts and this provides all the information someone new to the process will need. It takes the reader step-by-step through the process of developing a thesis, hypothesis, reviewing literature and writing the paper. The sample research papers are clearly explained and wonderful examples of successful papers. I will be using this text in my college English class, especially since it provides all the necessary information in an affordable text.

Unlike the weighty tome, "The Heath Handbook," by Mulderig, this is a much simpler, more direct book that will give you quick access to how research papers are written. If you are already an accomplished writer, and just need the details on the research paper process and APA or MLA formats, this is the book for you.