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# The Dissertation Journey: A Practical and Comprehensive Guide to Planning, Writing, and Defending Your Dissertation

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Review: Even Better! #1 Dissertation Book Ever - It's easier to discuss what is NEW about this edition than what is the same as the previous. It's entirely like a whole new book. This book continues to be the number one book I recommend to doctoral candidates worldwide. In all, this book is , by far, the best book of the many that are out there regarding the writing of the dissertation because of the breadth of material this book covers. This book has many great features. First, it provides a no-nonsense, clearly stated approach to the dissertation writing process. In my own dissertation writing and in the dissertation mentoring process that I undertake with many mentees, this book lays out not only the successful processes that finish dissertations, but provides clear information about each section and how to go about each step of the process as well. Second, Dr. Roberts and Dr. Hyatt, in this third edition, not only updated for the latest and greatest methods and technologies for dissertation writers but also added numerous features. For example, in the first 96 pages, the authors offer all the prework that needs to be undertaken to start the research process. In my experience, this is one of the most lacking areas in both writers and the books that talk about the dissertation process. Chapters 8-14 that follow offer a wonderful step-by-step discussion of each epoch of the dissertation process -- which is slightly different than a chapter-by-chapter approach to writing. Many people reading this will be caught up in "writing chapter 1" when they should actually be "Reviewing the Literature" as the book suggests. Through the first edition of this book, the idea of going and reviewing the literature first was the BIG "AH-HAH" that got me propelled at lightning speed to finish my dissertation -- and Dr. Roberts was the one that gave me this realization through her book. READ THIS CHAPTER!!! (Chapter 9). Finally, Dr. Roberts and Dr. Hyatt provide the reader the ability to check out each chapter of the dissertation before writing it. Before writing each dissertation chapter, I would read the associated “Dissertation Journey” chapter in this book and see the clear purpose of what I am about to write. The authors follow a "what is the purpose of this?" approach to nearly every section of the dissertation. VERY VERY cool. In all, if you want a book that will propel you in completing your dissertation, get this book. It will help you (as long as you read and follow it)! :) Some additions that make buying the third edition worth it, even if you have the second are: -A MASSIVE update to the visuals of the book, including visual progress tracking tools and resources; -A color interior (not full color, but VERY helpful with more than just black and white) that allows for ease of reading and contextual clues; -Updated for trends currently in doctoral programs worldwide. Why I keep recommending this book: -It's a step-by-step approach; -It can be digested with as much energy as you have to bring. Great with a glass of wine - Great with high-octane coffee. What I mean to say is that it's not so academic that you can't understand what you are reading! This book is solid for use in a research classroom without the boredom associated with most research texts. It feels encouraging to read this book! -Where other resources may be needed, it points you to those resources. -Worth triple than how it's priced.
Review: Quick, recommend read - While I'm reading this for class, I'm grateful for the assignment in this course. This was an engaging read and broke down the dissertation process in a way that is informative and encouraging. I will likely make this a quick refresher read each year along my journey.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,266 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #3 in Education Research (Books) #10 in Academic & Scholarly Writing #133 in Higher & Continuing Education |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (792) |
| Dimensions  | 7 x 0.6 x 10 inches |
| Edition  | Fourth |
| ISBN-10  | 1071891286 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1071891285 |
| Item Weight  | 1.25 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 264 pages |
| Publication date  | November 30, 2023 |
| Publisher  | Corwin |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Even Better! #1 Dissertation Book Ever
*by G***E on December 23, 2018*

It's easier to discuss what is NEW about this edition than what is the same as the previous. It's entirely like a whole new book. This book continues to be the number one book I recommend to doctoral candidates worldwide. In all, this book is , by far, the best book of the many that are out there regarding the writing of the dissertation because of the breadth of material this book covers. This book has many great features. First, it provides a no-nonsense, clearly stated approach to the dissertation writing process. In my own dissertation writing and in the dissertation mentoring process that I undertake with many mentees, this book lays out not only the successful processes that finish dissertations, but provides clear information about each section and how to go about each step of the process as well. Second, Dr. Roberts and Dr. Hyatt, in this third edition, not only updated for the latest and greatest methods and technologies for dissertation writers but also added numerous features. For example, in the first 96 pages, the authors offer all the prework that needs to be undertaken to start the research process. In my experience, this is one of the most lacking areas in both writers and the books that talk about the dissertation process. Chapters 8-14 that follow offer a wonderful step-by-step discussion of each epoch of the dissertation process -- which is slightly different than a chapter-by-chapter approach to writing. Many people reading this will be caught up in "writing chapter 1" when they should actually be "Reviewing the Literature" as the book suggests. Through the first edition of this book, the idea of going and reviewing the literature first was the BIG "AH-HAH" that got me propelled at lightning speed to finish my dissertation -- and Dr. Roberts was the one that gave me this realization through her book. READ THIS CHAPTER!!! (Chapter 9). Finally, Dr. Roberts and Dr. Hyatt provide the reader the ability to check out each chapter of the dissertation before writing it. Before writing each dissertation chapter, I would read the associated “Dissertation Journey” chapter in this book and see the clear purpose of what I am about to write. The authors follow a "what is the purpose of this?" approach to nearly every section of the dissertation. VERY VERY cool. In all, if you want a book that will propel you in completing your dissertation, get this book. It will help you (as long as you read and follow it)! :) Some additions that make buying the third edition worth it, even if you have the second are: -A MASSIVE update to the visuals of the book, including visual progress tracking tools and resources; -A color interior (not full color, but VERY helpful with more than just black and white) that allows for ease of reading and contextual clues; -Updated for trends currently in doctoral programs worldwide. Why I keep recommending this book: -It's a step-by-step approach; -It can be digested with as much energy as you have to bring. Great with a glass of wine - Great with high-octane coffee. What I mean to say is that it's not so academic that you can't understand what you are reading! This book is solid for use in a research classroom without the boredom associated with most research texts. It feels encouraging to read this book! -Where other resources may be needed, it points you to those resources. -Worth triple than how it's priced.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quick, recommend read
*by J***N on March 15, 2025*

While I'm reading this for class, I'm grateful for the assignment in this course. This was an engaging read and broke down the dissertation process in a way that is informative and encouraging. I will likely make this a quick refresher read each year along my journey.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Resource for Doctoral Students!
*by M***E on July 2, 2024*

This book at the right time in my dissertation journey! It encouraging and uplifting with practical tips and helps as well.

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