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Our team of experts posts daily about spelling, grammar, punctuation, word choice, referencing, and more to help you better understand the English language and improve your writing skills.

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How to Write a Personal Statement for a Resume

If you’re preparing a resume or CV, you may need to write a personal statement...

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Word Choice: Ton vs. Tonne

We have a ton of proofreading to do right now! Or should that be a...

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A Guide to Creative Commons Licences

We’ve touched upon Creative Commons before on this blog in our post on finding free...

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How to Cite a Book in AMA Referencing

The AMA system is one of the most common referencing styles used in medical writing....

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When to Use Italics in Your Writing

Of all the typographic styles, italicisation may look the most dynamic. Perhaps it’s the way...

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Writing Tips: What Is Onomatopoeia?

Boom! Onomatopoeia is happening! And even if you don’t know what this word means yet,...

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What Do Agents and Editors Do for an Author?

To get published, you may need to work with agents and editors, which are important...

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Word Choice: Steal vs. Steel

Like many homophones, ‘steal’ and ‘steel’ sound the same yet differ in meaning. But these...

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5 Tips on How to Format a Resume or CV

Previously, we’ve looked at what a well-written resume should include. Today, we’re focusing on how...

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5 Inspiring Quotes for NaNoWriMo Writers

We’re half way through NaNoWriMo! Hooray! Every year, thousands of aspiring authors attempt to write a...

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Vocabulary Tips: What Is a Portmanteau?

Ever stopped at a motel for brunch? Or perhaps for a portmanteau or two? These...

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How to Write Perfect Job Titles

Job titles are important. They’re the first thing someone will see when looking for a...

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