Now in its 9th edition

This extensively revised and updated handbook explains how you can write reports that will be: Read without unnecessary delay Understood without undue effort Accepted, and where applicable, acted upon

Divided into three parts, the book looks in detail firstly at the practical side of report writing: Preparation and planning Collecting and handling information Writing and revising

Secondly, at the creative side of report writing: Achieving a good style and choosing the correct words Improving the overall appearance of reports

And thirdly at 23 common types of report, including: Annual reports Appraisal reports Audit reports Minutes Progress reports Student project reports Technical reports

There is also an extensive glossary and a selection of sample reports.