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Comma chameleon: punctuation series part 3 of 4

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...

The immediate goals of this column are as follows: First, the author desires to give the layperson an understanding not only of the conventions of...

When considering comma usage, one rarely stops to consider the implications of one’s decision to punctuate one way or another. Students and...

There is often confusion about where to place quotation marks in relation to various punctuation marks. Some of this confusion comes from the fact...

Being a writer can be a challenging, yet rewarding experience. Although it doesn’t always pay well, being a writer gives you the opportunity...

The semicolon has been valued and maligned at various times throughout a history of written English. Some writers use it unabashedly while others...