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Article: Textbook writing: take the plunge!
- Article from:
- JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
- Article date:
- April 1, 1994
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Thinking about writing a textbook? Before beginning the task, read this article.
Virtually every college or university professor has flirted with the notion of writing the seminal text in his or her specialty area. The vision of what is involved in writing that text is frequently clouded by unrealistic expectations. Would-be textbook writers are often enticed by visions of sitting in front of a powerful word processor and effortlessly dashing off a few hundred or thousand manuscript pages. However, textbook writing means hard work and long hours, with meager rewards and little recognition for the monumental task. Professionals who are thinking about taking the plunge ...