Mastering the Art of Writing for Publication in Nursing

Writing for publication is a crucial skill for nurses, allowing them to disseminate knowledge and share best practices with the nursing community. This comprehensive guide, written by Marilyn H. Oermann, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, is an essential resource for nurses at all levels, from students to experienced practitioners.

Award-Winning Book for Nursing Writing Excellence

This award-winning book has helped thousands of nursing students and nurses produce high-quality work, focusing on all aspects of writing for professional publication. The new fifth edition offers a range of exciting updates, including a two-color design to enhance the reading experience, expanded coverage on selecting a journal, conducting and reporting a literature review, and reporting evidence syntheses.

What’s New in the Fifth Edition

• Enhanced reading experience with two-color design
• Expanded coverage of literature reviews, writing research reports, and manuscripts on quality improvement
• Content related to publishing DNP scholarly projects
• Types of evidence syntheses, steps to follow, and reporting guidelines
• Increased guidance on selecting a journal and open access
• Responding to peer reviews
• Greater variety of journal examples reflecting expanded publishing options

Comprehensive Guidance for Nursing Students and Practitioners

Designed for nursing students in MSN, DNP, and PhD programs, as well as faculty and practitioners interested in disseminating their scholarship, this book demystifies the process of writing for publication with easy-to-follow examples and expert guidance. It leads nurses step-by-step through scholarly writing from idea to publication, covering a multitude of writing formats, including:

• Case reports
• Editorials
• Chapters
• Books
• And more

Instructor Resources

In addition to the comprehensive guide, instructors can access a range of resources, including:

• A sample course syllabus
• An online course with 17 modules
• PowerPoints for each module

With this book, nurses can develop the skills and confidence they need to publish their work and share their knowledge with the nursing community.