A comprehensive text that covers all topics typically taught in the introductory course. Key topics include listening; ethics; managing speech anxiety; audience analysis; topic selection; researching; organizing and outlining; using language; creating presentation aids; delivery; and constructing informative, persuasive, and special occasion speeches plus business and professional.

Unique and easy-to-use format. Designed for quick retrieval of key information, the twelve tabbed dividers allow the book to flip open easily, a comb binding lets it lie flat, and a quick access menu on the inside front cover directs students to the section they need. Summary checklists and key terms appear on color-screened Speaker's Reference pages at the beginning of each tabbed section, helping students to quickly find the information they need, while checklists and charts throughout the text summarize key information. A wealth of reference appendices allows students to easily access highly practical information such as tips for correctly pronouncing difficult words, citing sources correctly, and researching current and classical communication theory.

Extensive coverage of new technologies includes Chapter 10, "Using the Internet to Support Your Speech," Chapter 22, "Using Presentation Software," and "Speaker on the Internet" boxes throughout.

Feature boxes highlight vital aspects of public speaking throughout the text: "ESL Speaker's Notes," "Cultural Perspective," and "Ethically Speaking."

A Superior Resource in Any Public Speaking Situation. A Speaker's Guidebook offers coverage unavailable in other texts.

Unique coverage of speaking in other college courses. Chapter 30 provides guidance for creating the kinds of oral presentations students are likely to deliver in other college courses, from the social sciences and humanities to science and engineering.

More about public speaking on the job. A Speaker's Guidebook gives students more in-depth preparation than any other text for the kinds of speaking situations they are likely to encounter on the job. Chapters 28 and 29 cover business and professional speeches, sales presentations, status reports, and staff reports.

Extensive help with the research process. In addition to three full chapters dedicated to finding and developing supporting material (Chapters 8-10), A Speaker's Guidebook includes unique appendices showing students how to use Chicago, APA, MLA, CBE, and IEEE documentation styles.