Chapter 16 of the Bedford Researcher is title "Writing With Style". This is a short chapter, but it is about polishing up the writing in a paper. The first part of the chapter is on writing concisely. It gives many examples of stock phrases that are over-used, and offers alternatives. Then the chapter also discusses passive voice versus active voice. This topic segues into using formality, specialized language, and variety. Other points made in the chapter are: introducing other authors effectively, avoiding sexist language - and to this I would also say that a point can be made forcefully WITHOUT being rude or hateful, that's a pet peeve of mine, anyway - and read widely.
I love to read, and occasionally write, so the last point meant a lot to me. Every read can be a source for a style of writing. TMI, I have been driven to read a shampoo bottle while stuck in a bathroom. Effective marketing phrases, plus instructions, plus ingredients, all on one bottle. ANYWAY, I also liked the chapter section on transitional phrases and alternative phrases and word choice. Concise writing is also a good rule to remember.
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