By ‘commonly,’ we mean hundreds of thousands of times in copy that’s been published online. One ‘fatal’ error has 185 million appearances on the Internet. (That’s a hint.)
These words—a few of which aren’t even real words—set the author’s teeth on edge. Which words bother you?
These 10 Commandments for business writers should be etched in stone, or at least on an electronic tablet.
Most of the time, sticking the the accepting guidelines for grammar, usage and punctuation is the way to go, but very occasionally, it’s OK to toss the rulebook.
Never confuse “e.g.” and “i.e.,” “that” and “which,” or “who” and “whom” again.
Using pen, pencil, chalk or marker to jot down your thoughts has merits beyond reducing computer-induced eye strain. It flexes your brain in essential ways.
The fact that ‘lay’ is the past tense of ‘lie’ has created confusion for many, be they native speakers of English or those learning it as a foreign language. Here’s some help.
From apps like Hemingway and Evernote to 24/7 search capabilities, modern conveniences make writing, editing and publishing a breeze. Talent? Well, that still varies.
Here’s the latest installment on word pairs that confound many writers and speakers.
From ‘xi’ to ‘zymurgy,’ here are a few words to add to your personal Scrabble dictionary, along with definitions.
Don’t set up a conference call when you could resolve the issue via email, and definitely don’t schedule a call for a Monday or Friday.
The advent of texting is turning communications more casual, but PR and marketing pros should make sure business emails are professional and grammatically correct.
Minor grammar mishaps may not get you into serious trouble, but other errors can. Beware these horrible proofreading missteps.
The wisdom of these well-known, creative people can help writers who need some inspiration.
Elmore Leonard once weighed in with his rules for writing. The Guardian rounded up responses from PT James, Hilary Mantel, Joyce Carol Oates and others. Steal ideas for your own work.
