"This book belongs on the desk of every researcher ready to up their game." Dr. Christopher M.Clark, Professor Emeritus, Michigan State University Do you want to take your proposal to the next level? Do you have a great idea but can't seem to get the win?Dr. Cwikla shares secrets that will drive your proposal to the top of the reviewers' pile. Divided into three sections - ART, ARCHITECTURE, and ATTITUDE- she writes succinctly about her time tested methods of proposal development and surviving the review process. Millions in external funds from federal,state, and private agencies have been won following these principles and practices. Written in a conversational and often humorous manner, scientists,researchers, professors, students, and non profits will all benefit from this intelligent handbook. "Read this book if you want to hone your grant writing skills, be inspired to stick with it when you feel overwhelmed,and be entertained with engaging prose and down-to-earth tips." - James Hiebert, Ph.D., Robert J. Barkley Professor, University of Delaware "The nuances and subtleties in this everchanging landscape of grant writing presented by Dr. Cwikla is tremendously effective and valuable." - Dr. Sumanth Yenduri, Chair and Professor Department of Software Engineering and Game Development. Kennesaw State University "I have worked with many, many proposal writers over my university career, and Dr. Cwikla is one of the very best. This book is a quick, enjoyable read that is nonetheless packed with solid advice based on successful experiences. It's not like most books about grant writing - this one is conversational and personal, yet packed with plenty of detail and encouragement for writing a compelling proposal. Highly recommended." - Marcia Landen, Associate Vice President for Research, University of Southern Mississippi "Good to Great Grant Writing is a very quick read and highly recommended for grant writers, authors submitting book proposals, job seekers writing cover letters, freelancers needing better time management skills and anyone who writes for a living." - Author Donna Gielow McFarland, Readers' Favorite "Fast, fabulous read packed with notes you will use immediately in your grant writing." - Susan Pruet, Ph.D. President STEMWorks, LLC "Good to Great Grant Writing belongs on the desk of every researcher ready to up their game. Julie Cwikla's voice comes through on every page - encouraging, challenging, and reminding us of time tested patterns for successful proposal development." - Christopher M.Clark, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Michigan State University "Amazing book that every sponsored programs office should have! Good to Great Grant Writing simplifies the grant writing process. Great book for every grant writer from the novice to the experienced. This fast two hour read will improve your writing immediately." - Donna Green, Director of Research and Sponsored Programs, Gannon University.