Research Guides: Writing: Find OER

Recommended Open Educational Resources for Writing (updated 4/19/23)

Books:

Composing Ourselves and our World An open access book that is fit for an intro composition course.
Disrupting Hegemonic Masculinity Through Creative Writing An open access book chapter on the ways that creative writing can disrupt hegemonic masculinity.
How to Make Notes and Write An open access book that acts as a handbook for writing essays in the humanities and social sciences.
Screenwriting An open access introductory book to screenwriting.
Technical Writing Essentials An open access book on the basics of technical writing.
Writing Emotions:Theoretical Concepts and Selected Case Studies in Literature An open access book that explores the role of emotion in writing and in literature.
Writing for Success An open access book that gives an introduction to writing and research.
Writing in College: From Competence to Excellence An open access book on the ways that you can excel your writing in a college setting.
Writing in Time: Emily Dickinson’s Master Hours An open access book that takes an in depth look at Emily Dickinson's work over time.
Writing Workflows: Beyond Word Processing An open access book on the methods of writing workflows and the different mediums and outlets this can be done on.

Other:

EdX - Writing Courses An open access course list of writing courses taught by professors from notable institutions.
Merlot - English Community Portal An open access educational resource that provides the latest news in the department/area of study and relevant course materials.