- Covers a range of different types of essay assignments, including exam essays and dissertations
- Is supported throughout by examples of real essays from The Open University, with accompanying analysis
- Helps you to correctly interpret your brief, research the content and improve the speed of your writing as well as the quality
- Provides guidance and advice on good research techniques, spelling, grammar and accuracy, creating an essay plan and citing your sources
- Includes 'action boxes' throughout the text to point the way and help you to monitor your progress, along with space to make notes