Write It Up

In the world of academia, once in a while, we are privileged to read a book that is both educational and entertaining amp hellip Silvia’s Write It Up is a book that should be on the shelves of every aspiring writer, academic and researcher. (Child Adolescent Social Work Journal) The discussion is so well rounded, topical, and useful for one’s career, this book should be required supplemental reading in graduate school for courses such as research methods. (Doody’s Review Service) Its reasonable price, logical organization, and practical suggestions make it a reference that anyone who wants to have a better understanding of how to get articles published in their journal of choice might benefit from owning. (PsycCRITIQUES) From practical advice on grammar to tips, tricks, and common pitfalls when co-authoring papers, Write it Up is an absolute must-have for any scientific or academic seeking to build their reputation through published journal articles. (Midwest Book Review)

Paul J. Silvia, PhD, is an associate professor of psychology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. His books include How to Write A Lot: A Practical Guide to Productive Academic Writing, Second Edition (2 9) and Exploring the Psychology of Interest (2 ). His research has been supported by several grants from the National Institutes of Health, and he received the Berlyne Award, an early career award given by APA Division (Society for the Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity and the Arts), for his research on interest and curiosity.