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Thursday, January 31, 2013
What’s the Problem with Passive Voice?
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If you’re a grammar nerd, chances are you have an opinion about the passive voice. Whether you think it’s acceptable or sh...
How Do You Spell Donut?
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Donut is an alternate spelling of doughnut . Some dictionaries point out that donut is rarely used outside the United Sta...
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
BRB, I’m learning these grammar rules for texting!
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Post written by Hadiyah Dache Keeping up with grammar rules when you’re texting and tweeting can be difficult. We get it—...
Friday, January 25, 2013
Comma Between Subject and Verb
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With few exceptions, a comma should not separate a subject from its verb. My friend Cleo, is a wonderful singer. ...
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Stay Away From These 5 Cliché Endings
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Writing a book is difficult, but trying to pick an ending that is both impactful and wraps the plot up beautifully is even ...
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
6 Plagiarism Gaffes That Will Make You Gasp
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With the revelation of Melania Trump’s alleged plagiarism of a 2008 Michelle Obama speech, plagiarism is suddenly front-pag...
Monday, January 21, 2013
What Is the Difference Between Acknowledgement and Acknowledgment?
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This post acknowledges the pesky spelling of acknowledg(e)ment. If the verb ends in -e, where does that letter go when you ...
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