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(More customer reviews)The first book I read by Steve Slaunwhite, "Start & Run a Copywriting Business" won my deepest admiration. Slaunwhite is firmly established as one of the premier copywriters on the scene today. So of course, I had very high expectations for Slaunwhite's newest book, THE EVERYTHING GUIDE TO WRITING COPY. For the most part, I came away very pleased with what I found here.
At just under 300 pages, Slaunwhite gives in-depth coverage of basic copywriting, from many different angles. The book covers everything you would expect a basic copywriting book to cover. Planning your project, headlines, ad copy, direct market copy, Internet copy, PR copy, landing a job as a copywriter, it's
all here and covered in acceptable basic detail.
Also as expected, Slaunwhite's book flows very well, holds reader interest, follows a logical progression, etc. The format also provides a generous margin for note taking. The text is interspersed with interesting and informative facts and tips. In summary, this has all the elements of a great book on beginning copywriting.
But wait, so does Slaunwhite's "Start & Run a Copywriting Business". I'm not saying this is a rehash, at least not completely. The book is expanded to include some updated material, but why not market it as a revised edition? Of course the answer is obvious. A new title will certainly sell more copies than a revision. Don't get me wrong, there is much to learn here, but unless this is your first book on copywriting, you might be disappointed.
I would also be remiss not to mention the lack of editing. Slaunwhite is no doubt, a professional, but as such, is held to a higher standard. If he needs a good proofreader,... I'm available. There are 3 typos on page 129 alone!
Now that I've made it sound bad, let me smooth it out a bit. If you're new to copywriting and looking for a good book to start with, this would be an exceptional choice. If you're already an established copywriter and have read previous Slaunwhite, Bly, Bowerman, etc., you may be in for a disappointment here.
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The Everything Guide to Writing Copy is a step-by-step guide to writing effective copy for a variety of media including print, Web, radio, trade journals, and much more. Packed with tips and tricks used by the pros, this valuable resource teaches you to promote products and services, build brands, and write copy that boosts your company's bottom line.Features expert strategies for you to:Write compelling headlines, tag lines, and leadsAvoid common copywriting mistakes Strengthen brand development Start a freelance copywriting businessWrite copy for all media--print, radio, TV, and Web sitesWhether you're a professional copywriter or just starting out, The Everything Guide to Writing Copy will inspire you to create innovative, sales-generating advertising and marketing pieces.
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