English for Academic Correspondence and Socializing is the first ever book of its kind specifically written for researchers of all disciplines whose first language is not English. With easy-to-follow rules and tips, and with authentic examples taken from real emails, referee's reports and cover letters, you will learn how to:

* use strategies for understanding native speakers of English

* significantly improve your listening skills

* organize one-to-one meetings

* feel confident at social events

* manage and participate in a successful conversation

* write effective emails

* review other people's manuscripts - formally and informally

* reply effectively and constructively to referees' reports

* write cover letters to editors

* use the telephone and Skype

* participate in (video) conference calls

* exploit standard English phrases

Other books in the series:

English for Presentations at International Conferences

English for Writing Research Papers

English for Research: Usage, Style, and Grammar

English for Academic Research: Grammar Exercises

English for Academic Research: Vocabulary Exercises

English for Academic Research: Writing Exercises