pWant to become a first-class authority on grammarbr Probably not.ppHow about a specialist in punctuation rulesbr Not likely.ppWhat most of us want is to be able to write well, br to communicate effectively in writing.br br What we need is a handy reference that will br help us know whether we need a comma here br or a semi-colon there. ppPunctuation is simply the use of symbols br to control the flow of writing and ensure it's clear. ppGrammar is simply how we put words together br so our writing makes sense. ppGetting Writing Right was created as a simple, go-to reference on these subjects--to help you become a better writer by providing a quick reference for use when writing. ppRead it. Use it. And get your writing right ppIts seven accompanying learning guides help students progress through the book providing opportunities for lots of practice as they hone their skills. p