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Name: In your own words
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Sylvia Cassedy

In Your Own Words offers teenagers a clear, hands‑on introduction to writing across genres. The book presents straightforward exercises and tips for constructing compelling prose, both fictional and nonfictional, as well as poetic works, all designed to build confidence and skill in English composition.

First publish date: 1979

Genre: Education & Language/Education

Authors: Sylvia Cassedy

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