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Word Choice: Familiar vs. Familial

The words ‘familiar’ and ‘familial’ look and sound similar, so it is easy to get...

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How to Cite a Musical Recording in Harvard Referencing

Are you writing about a musical recording, such as an album on CD or a...

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Writing Tips: What Is a Verb?

Verbs are an important part of language. But what exactly is a verb? In this...

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Spelling Tips: Minuscule or Miniscule?

Is a tiny spelling mistake ‘minuscule’? Or should it be a ‘miniscule’ mistake? Let’s look...

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How to Cite a Film in MHRA Referencing

Have you referred to a film or documentary in your work? If so, find out...

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Word Choice: Wreath vs. Wreathe

Only one letter separates ‘wreath’ and ‘wreathe’, and these words are related. As such, they’re...

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5 Tips on How to Adapt a Novel into a Screenplay

At some point, most people have probably read a book and thought, ‘This would make...

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How to Create a Fillable Form in Microsoft Word

Did you know that you can create an interactive form in Microsoft Word? To do...

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How to Cite a Patent in IEEE Referencing

If you’re writing on a technical subject, you may need to cite a patent in...

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How Does the Peer Review Process Work?

Peer review is a vital part of academic publishing. And if you’re submitting a research...

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Word Choice: Imminent vs. Eminent

Do you know the difference between ‘imminent’ and ‘eminent’? These words sound similar when spoken,...

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Black Poetry Day: 5 Brilliant Black Poets You Should Read

Today, 17 October, is Black Poetry Day, a day for celebrating Black poets around the...

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