Resources for Writers

Manuals

The Chicago Manual of Style, 15th ed. (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2003).

William Strunk, The Elements of Style

College and University Writing Guides

Brown University Writing Center
Includes lots of tips as well as discipline-specific writing guides.

Harvard College Writing Center Resources
These online guidelines address everything from developing an argument to revising your essay.

Harvard College Expository Writing Program
Writing With Sources, a practical guide to source use and abuse

University of Wisconsin, Writing Center Handbook
Includes tips on everything from stages of the writing process to grammar, punctuation, and citation systems.

University of Oregon Academic Learning Services
Offers classes, workshops, tutoring, and individual consultations as well as online writing links.