Who says a noun always has to act like a noun? And who says a verb always has to be so…verby? Some writers have a fascinating ability to repurpose words and use them in new ways. Examples of creative word usage abound in The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer. This novel is first set in Paris on… Continue Reading
Entitled or titled? Supposed to or suppose to? How do I use quotation marks correctly? And what is an aphorism? The proofreaders at Writer’s Relief answer these and other questions about grammar and punctuation.… Continue Reading
Since or because: What’s the difference? Writers, learn the distinction between these two conjunctions and clear up any confusion about their usage.… Continue Reading
Knowing how to recognize and spell compound words can sometimes be tricky. Hyphen or no hyphen? One word or two? Here are some tips to help you correctly form compound nouns and adjectives.… Continue Reading
The top 20 most commonly misused words: accept or except; anxious or eager; affect or effect; assure, ensure, or insure; beside or besides; between or among; choice, choose, or chose; compliment or complement; farther or further; fewer or less; and many more! … Continue Reading
