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Clean up your (grammatical) act!
In The Mood
April 21, 2012
Not long ago,Pasadena commuters passing the intersection ofColorado andBonnie were greeted by a disturbing spectacle. Parked near the corner, in...
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Writing and usage tips: appositives
Creative Writing
December 15, 2011
Varying sentence structure and the method of conveying ideas is a superb way to further engage the reader’s mind, dissuading them from...
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Comma chameleon: punctuation series part 3 of 4
comma
February 13, 2011
The comma is by far the least understood of the punctuation marks. Much of the confusion over its use, importance, and function can be traced to...
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Mariann from Brooklyn gets grammatically incorrect Howard Stern tattoo (pic)
howard stern
March 21, 2012
Howard Stern Show Wack Packer Mariann from Brooklyn says grammar ain't all it's cracked up to be.The Howard Stern devotee and regular HSS...
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How grammar influences our political opinions
Grammar
September 24, 2011
Consider the following two scenarios about two politicians running for reelection and choose which one of the two is less likely to win his...
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Multiple commas are often superfluous, whether modifying or separating nouns
Education
July 6, 2011
I’m proud to say I have removed more commas in my editing career than I have added, but even I must use them in bunches occasionally, and...
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NWE101: where are the grammar police?
Grammar
July 1, 2011
English grammar can appear to be a bane of existence for many individuals, but English grammar should be a welcome resource to English writers.So...
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Basic tips for new writers
Writing
April 12, 2011
Being a writer can be a challenging, yet rewarding experience. Although it doesn’t always pay well, being a writer gives you the opportunity...
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Writing for business, part 1 - why?
Arts & Entertainment
October 17, 2010
by Donna L. Quesinberry National Writing Examiner You have decided to start a new business – what are the first items on your to-do list?...
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Why you should hire a qualified editor if you self publish
Careers & Workplace
May 25, 2010
- imelenchon/morguefile.com Related articles Beginner questions: How do I publish my novel? The short story journey: publishing Beginner questions...
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