The book provides an authoritative, readable, and up-to-date guide to teaching writing to ESL Students. While assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, it takes the reader through the main steps of needs analysis, syllabus design, lesson planning, task design, materials development, feedback, and assessment as well as providing chapters on using technology in writing classes and conducting research into writing. The book is not only grounded in current research and theory, but it is also written in an accessible style and illustrated with numerous examples which contain questions and reflection exercises. It is recommended reading for teachers, students, materials writers, and professionals engaged in teaching ESL writing.