Demonstrating the personal and professional value of effective communication, Wood/Hains' COMMUNICATION IN OUR LIVES, 9th Edition, provides everything students need to strengthen their interpersonal, group, public speaking, digital communication and media literacy skills. Renowned authors Julia T. Wood and Rebecca C. Hains combine skills development with the latest research and theory by prominent communication scholars. Praised by instructors and students alike, the text features an engaging, personal tone, highly readable style and frequent Student Voice sections that explore how past students have experienced key communication concepts. The ninth edition integrates social and cultural diversity, equity and inclusion throughout, provides an early emphasis on public speaking, expands coverage of mass and digital media, and increases its references to health communication. Also available: MindTap.