I came across this book by accident when my boss left to take another position; he'll never see this little gem again! The authors have very effectively laid out the elements that make business writing, readable, understandable, and ultimately effective. They present several aspects of style, explain them, justify them, give good examples, and conclude with exercises to help the reader learn them.

I am just an accountant, and am certainly no aspiring novelist; this book was written right at my level and improved my writing significantly. By no means will this book turn anyone into a publisher or editor, but it can help any average person become an effective writer in the every day business world, which is precisely what it was designed to do.

This book helps writers of all skills improve their writing. Its helpful tips about clarity and conciseness can be implemented immediately. I use this book daily in my work as an attorney. I recommend How to Take the Fog Out of Business Writing to anyone who has to write in their work.