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Editorial Reviews
This easy-to-search word choice guide does more than help prevent embarrassment. It adds power to your writing by providing the perfect word when you need it most.
Consider these questions:
• Can “famous” and “notorious” be interchanged?
• Should you use “fewer” or “less” when counting things?
• When is “between” accurate or when is “among” the right choice?
Look ’em up! The answers lie (not lay) in the 350+ WORD TRIPPER pairings. Easy to find, they’re in alphabetical order and easily searched.
With WORD TRIPPERS at your fingertips, you don’t have any:
• fat reference books to contend with
• delays searching through dense dictionaries
• emergency calls to former grammar teachers!
You’ll find that WORD TRIPPERS are:
• easy to find using your “find” feature
• focused on everyday—not obscure—words
• provide examples that clarify, not confuse
EXAMPLE #1: Fewer, less – “Fewer” is used when units or individuals can be counted; less is used with quantities of mass, bulk, or volume. “There are fewer letters to be written today than yesterday.” “The mail takes up less space than I thought it would.” Generally if the word has an “s” at the end, use “fewer” – fewer dollars but less money; fewer muffins but less food.
EXAMPLE #2: Famous, notorious – “Famous” means known widely and favorably, while “notorious” means known widely and unfavorably. “The young actress became famous for her Oscar-nominated role, and then became notorious for her drug use and underage drinking.
WORD TRIPPERS provides precise word usage for writers in many fields, including:
• Authors and speakers
• Administrative assistants
• Court reporters
• Teachers and students
• Business communicators and leaders
WORD TRIPPERS features two built-in bonuses: “10 Top Techniques to Improve Your Writing” and “Whack Wordiness.”
Writers of all kinds look to Barbara McNichol to add power to their pen as a professional editor of business books, articles, and marketing materials. Her Word Trippers word choice guide helps them prevent gremlins from affecting (or is it effecting?) their writing.
As a result, they’re able to more clearly convey their messages and avoid tarnishing their credibility and image as professionals.
PRAISE FOR WORD TRIPPERS
“A considerable work; this is a good collection with clear explanations.”
- Joseph Harris, writer
“Word Trippers! As a writer and speaker, words are right up there with chocolate for me! There's something scintillating in capturing the precise expression to convey my message. And there's nothing more pedestrian than seeing the wrong use of a common word. For those who worship words like I do, you'll fall in love with Barbara McNichol's Word Trippers book. An avid student of language, she will make sure you never have foot-in-mouth disease again!"
- Karen Wright, speaker, author
“I use the Word Trippers book at least once or twice during the writing of a story. There are so many times when the exact meaning or connotation of a word is critical to deliver the message and not deliver confusion.”
- John Wolf, author
“From writing I encountered in the business world, I think everyone from administrative assistants to managers and CEOs would benefit from Word Trippers. Gremlins can sneak in anywhere!”
- Peggy Henrikson, editor, author
One thing I love about Word Trippers is that they are concise and down to earth: nothing snobby about Barbara McNichol’s approach to clear thinking and lively writing. Whether you write for a living or just want to write correctly, Word Trippers is a handy resource.”
- George Mason, freelance editor
"I recently presented a seminar and checked Word Trippers several times to make sure I had the correct word and spelling. You've helped to raise my awareness!"
- Geri Markel, speaker, author
“You really hit home. I thought my grammar was good, but I frequently misuse ‘hopefully.’ I was shocked!”
- Lynn Murphy, speaker, author
Consider these questions:
• Can “famous” and “notorious” be interchanged?
• Should you use “fewer” or “less” when counting things?
• When is “between” accurate or when is “among” the right choice?
Look ’em up! The answers lie (not lay) in the 350+ WORD TRIPPER pairings. Easy to find, they’re in alphabetical order and easily searched.
With WORD TRIPPERS at your fingertips, you don’t have any:
• fat reference books to contend with
• delays searching through dense dictionaries
• emergency calls to former grammar teachers!
You’ll find that WORD TRIPPERS are:
• easy to find using your “find” feature
• focused on everyday—not obscure—words
• provide examples that clarify, not confuse
EXAMPLE #1: Fewer, less – “Fewer” is used when units or individuals can be counted; less is used with quantities of mass, bulk, or volume. “There are fewer letters to be written today than yesterday.” “The mail takes up less space than I thought it would.” Generally if the word has an “s” at the end, use “fewer” – fewer dollars but less money; fewer muffins but less food.
EXAMPLE #2: Famous, notorious – “Famous” means known widely and favorably, while “notorious” means known widely and unfavorably. “The young actress became famous for her Oscar-nominated role, and then became notorious for her drug use and underage drinking.
WORD TRIPPERS provides precise word usage for writers in many fields, including:
• Authors and speakers
• Administrative assistants
• Court reporters
• Teachers and students
• Business communicators and leaders
WORD TRIPPERS features two built-in bonuses: “10 Top Techniques to Improve Your Writing” and “Whack Wordiness.”
Writers of all kinds look to Barbara McNichol to add power to their pen as a professional editor of business books, articles, and marketing materials. Her Word Trippers word choice guide helps them prevent gremlins from affecting (or is it effecting?) their writing.
As a result, they’re able to more clearly convey their messages and avoid tarnishing their credibility and image as professionals.
PRAISE FOR WORD TRIPPERS
“A considerable work; this is a good collection with clear explanations.”
- Joseph Harris, writer
“Word Trippers! As a writer and speaker, words are right up there with chocolate for me! There's something scintillating in capturing the precise expression to convey my message. And there's nothing more pedestrian than seeing the wrong use of a common word. For those who worship words like I do, you'll fall in love with Barbara McNichol's Word Trippers book. An avid student of language, she will make sure you never have foot-in-mouth disease again!"
- Karen Wright, speaker, author
“I use the Word Trippers book at least once or twice during the writing of a story. There are so many times when the exact meaning or connotation of a word is critical to deliver the message and not deliver confusion.”
- John Wolf, author
“From writing I encountered in the business world, I think everyone from administrative assistants to managers and CEOs would benefit from Word Trippers. Gremlins can sneak in anywhere!”
- Peggy Henrikson, editor, author
One thing I love about Word Trippers is that they are concise and down to earth: nothing snobby about Barbara McNichol’s approach to clear thinking and lively writing. Whether you write for a living or just want to write correctly, Word Trippers is a handy resource.”
- George Mason, freelance editor
"I recently presented a seminar and checked Word Trippers several times to make sure I had the correct word and spelling. You've helped to raise my awareness!"
- Geri Markel, speaker, author
“You really hit home. I thought my grammar was good, but I frequently misuse ‘hopefully.’ I was shocked!”
- Lynn Murphy, speaker, author
Related Reviews
Everyone should have a copy of this book. Finally, all of the words that mess people up and how to use them correctly.
i.e. "Farther" or "Further", "Lay" or "Lie". There are hundreds like this. Great reference book. I keep one at work, at home and in my car.
It's kind of like a mini dictionary, with only just the words that trip us up. It makes a great gift. I bought 10 copies and I gave them to friends.
i.e. "Farther" or "Further", "Lay" or "Lie". There are hundreds like this. Great reference book. I keep one at work, at home and in my car.
It's kind of like a mini dictionary, with only just the words that trip us up. It makes a great gift. I bought 10 copies and I gave them to friends.
Be correct and build vocabulary
This user-friendly resource is a delight. It offers quick answers to word pair dilemmas, and may get you using some interesting new words! Chasing Lewis and Clark Across America: A 21st Century Aviation Adventure
An Excellent Resource for Writers at All Levels
Ms McNichol has compiled a wonderful list of "problem" word pairs (and a few trios). Should I use complimentary or complementary? (See page 11.) Is it a bi-monthly or a semi-monthly publication? (See page 8 or page 33.)
She has provided helpful mnemonic devices, and is to be particularly commended for the many excellent example sentences that include both words, and which differentiate clearly the meanings of each. (See That, which - page 36.)
I'm convinced that this is an excellent resource for writers at all levels, and I'd like to persuade you to add it to your collection. (See Convince, persuade - page 12.)
She has provided helpful mnemonic devices, and is to be particularly commended for the many excellent example sentences that include both words, and which differentiate clearly the meanings of each. (See That, which - page 36.)
I'm convinced that this is an excellent resource for writers at all levels, and I'd like to persuade you to add it to your collection. (See Convince, persuade - page 12.)
A Worthy Reference Guide for Wordsmiths
Using a word correctly is essential to communicating effectively. Word Trippers is a handy reference ebook for authors, copywriters, and others who want to quickly verify that their message is compelling and on point. Professional book editor Barbara McNichols explains the specific meaning of frequently misused word pairs and provides helpful examples that clearly show how to use them properly. I keep Word Trippers on my desktop as a reference guide to choosing the most apt word.
The Best Way to Avoid Tripping Over Your Words
Have you ever wondered if you are affecting or effecting the outcome of a story? With Word Trippers you know for sure! This reference title can help writers, students, and office workers easily choose the exact word when it is needed most.
Avoid embarrassing errors by checking Word Trippers!
I'm almost always amused when I come across a misused word in a book or article, but I just hate it when it happens to me. I can keep most of what Barbara McNichol calls the "word trippers" straight, but there are a few that I like to check before I hit the submit button. This alphabetically arranged guide is a superb desk companion, but I love that it's now on Kindle, too. I'm not always at my desk when I'm writing, so having it on my iPhone via Kindle app makes it possible to check on things from virtually anywhere.
The best part about the guide is that it's not simply a list of words. Barbara shares examples of how to correctly use each of the words, and offers brief, interesting explanations that help it all make sense. If you understand why to use a word in a particular place, you're much more likely to use it correctly. I recommend Word Trippers for writers, editors, speakers, and anyone who hates to be embarrassed.
The best part about the guide is that it's not simply a list of words. Barbara shares examples of how to correctly use each of the words, and offers brief, interesting explanations that help it all make sense. If you understand why to use a word in a particular place, you're much more likely to use it correctly. I recommend Word Trippers for writers, editors, speakers, and anyone who hates to be embarrassed.
Excellent resource for every professional
Too many people fire off letters and emails without bothering to see if their word choice is correct. It affects their credibility and reputation. This book ensures that you've chosen the right word, in the right context and leaves nothing to chance. If you are a true professional, you want this book!
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Bobbi Linkemer
Author of How to Write a Nonfiction Book: From Concept to Completion in 6 Months
and Words To Live By: Reflections on the writing life from a 40-year veteran