Sunday, February 5, 2012

The Right Words for Any Occasion

The Right Words for Any Occasion Review



The Right Words for Any Occasion is an indispensable guide to composing virtually any kind of message, including thank-you notes, apologies, inspirational toasts, cover letters, invitations, love letters, hate mail, Dear John letters, résumés, letters of recommendation, forum posts, and much more. With this book, you ll never again be at a loss when you put a pen to paper or open your laptop.

The book is jam-packed with practical, useful information, including:
How to Write It sections, covering format, style, and tone
Numerous real-life examples and sample letters
Lists of useful words and phrases for different occasions
Instructions for special circumstances, including how to contact the media
Convenient tips for what to write, as well as what not to write
A special section on letter writing for kids, teens, and tweens

From snail mail to e-mail, faxes, and memos, The Right Words for Any Occasion is a trusty and entertaining writing companion.


Saturday, February 4, 2012

More Letters for Every Occasion: A Pastor's Sourcebook

More Letters for Every Occasion: A Pastor's Sourcebook Review



Sending a personal note, email, or letter means that you took time to care. It can be a grace-filled symbol of your ministry outreach and an effective way to offer pastoral concern.

The book offers more than 90 carefully written, thoughtful sample letters and emails that can be easily adapted for any particular situation. Contents include letters relating to church leadership; preaching and worship; pastoral care; stewardship and finance; administration; community outreach; membership and visitors. There is also helpful information and etiquette regarding email, Facebook, and Twitter.