Letter Writing Made Easy!: Featuring Sample Letters for Hundreds of Common Occasions, New Revised Edition (Vol 1)
People often wonder in this modern age why letters are even necessary anymore.  Isn't it easier and quicker to just pick up the phone?  Sure it is.  But is it as effective as a letter?Never underestimate the power of the written word.  The fact is, there are many occasions and situations in which personal letters make a great impact.  And since more people today would rather just use the phone, the fact that you have taken the time to choose your words carefully and write a letter carries even more weight--the recipient will be doubly impressed, and your message will hit the mark.Part of the reluctance of most people to write a letter is a simple lack of knowledge.  Frankly, it seems that only a small percentage of our society--mostly secretaries--understands how to format a formal business letter.What constitutes a good letter?  How should it be laid out?  Do you have to type it?  Are there any special tricks that you must know?In this book, I will answer these questions and more.  I will show you how to write intimate personal letters and powerful business correspondence.  I will also offer practical advice on format, style, tone, forms of address, etc.Best of all, I have provided ready-to-use samples for hundreds of common occasions.  All you need to do is plug in the details.  In some cases, you'll want to vary certain particulars to fit your circumstances-Letter Writing Made Easy!is in no way a substitute for common sense.  It merely hopes to help you write the best letter you can, and in turn, help you get the most out of situations in life that demand effective communication.