Doing Your Literature Review: Traditional and Systematic Technique

Jill Jesson, Lydia Matheson, and Fiona M. Lacey are respected experts in academic research skills, evidence-based practice, and literature review methodology. Their combined experience in higher education, library sciences, and research consulting enables them to provide clear and practical guidance for students and professionals who want to conduct strong and academically credible literature reviews.

Jill Jesson was a leading educator known for helping students develop essential academic skills. She focused on making complex research processes easier to understand and apply, particularly for those new to scholarly writing and critical analysis.

Lydia Matheson is an experienced academic librarian who specializes in information retrieval, research organization, and digital resource management. She teaches learners how to locate, evaluate, and synthesize relevant sources effectively — key skills for a successful literature review.

Fiona M. Lacey brings extensive knowledge in systematic review techniques and research project support. Her work emphasizes accuracy, structure, and transparency in reviewing existing knowledge — ensuring that research outcomes remain reliable and useful.

Together, they have created Doing Your Literature Review: Traditional and Systematic Techniques — a trusted guide that walks readers step-by-step through both traditional and systematic review approaches. The book provides practical tools, real examples, and expert advice that simplify searching, analyzing, and writing about academic sources.

This resource is ideal for students, early-career researchers, and anyone aiming to produce a well-structured and academically sound literature review. With guidance from Jesson, Matheson, and Lacey, readers gain the confidence and techniques needed to turn the daunting task of reviewing literature into a clear and achievable process.