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Feature Writer: Megan B. Wyatt
You've found it! Whether you're a math whiz struggling to write a grammatically correct business document or a proud grammar geek eager to soak in more rules and exceptions, this is a place where the simplicities and complexities of the English language intertwine.
Sometimes we all need a quick refresher on the basic rules to maintain our reputations in a world of emailing and word processing.
But maybe you're a creative writer searching for ways to proofread and edit the structure of your manuscript. Maybe you need to learn how to use constructive criticism to improve your manuscript. Curious about a career in copyediting?
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Megan B. Wyatt
Jun 30, 2009
Basic Verb Tenses in the English Language
In: Editing (general)
Forming a sentence in the simple present, past, and future tenses is a relatively simple way of expressing ideas and opinions in English papers and conversations.
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Jun 6, 2009
Definition and List of Prepositions
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
This list of prepositions is great to keep beside you as you type a paper or any document to avoid unnecessary prepositions and grammatical errors.
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Jun 4, 2009
Can I End a Sentence with a Preposition?
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
You might have learned to never end a sentence in a preposition, but in today's world, sometimes ending a sentence in a preposition is accepted, sometimes preferred.
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May 18, 2009
Punctuating and Capitalizing Titles in AP Style
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
All the explanations, examples, and exceptions to capitalization and punctuation of titles in AP style are found in this article.
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Apr 24, 2009
Military Titles and Abbreviations in AP Style
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
Keep this military guide close by. It's your every reference for military titles, abbreviations, and when to capitalize, lowercase, abbreviate or spell out each.
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Apr 10, 2009
Discussion Topics for Fiction Writing Workshops
In: Fiction Editing
Fiction workshops are one of the best ways for writers to gain feedback on their own writing, but for the best results, writers must learn to be specific in criticism.
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Apr 2, 2009
AP Style Cheat Sheet
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
Instead of flipping through the AP Stylebook for every basic question, use this cheat sheet to look up general AP style rules and spellings.
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Mar 23, 2009
Punctuation in AP Style
In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style
Punctuation gives many people problems, but understanding an overview of how to punctuate according to Associated Press style will improve your accuracy in writing.
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