Are adverbs the enemy of powerful writing?
The adverb is a contentious issue among writers. But, what advice should you follow to become a better writer?
21 February 2019 by
Laura Kelly
Making sense of grammar – when nouns and verbs look alike
English has such odd little quirks tucked away in random spots. For native speakers, it comes as second nature to speak and write in certain ways. But, when you stop to really think about what you just said or wrote, it makes no sense. Why are certain things are said or written in that way?
2 August 2018 by
Dave Child
Readable grammar 101: How to use there, their and they’re
Confusing ‘there’, ‘their’ and ‘they’re’ is a common grammar mistake. Learn how to tell the difference between these words so you can use them correctly.
16 May 2018 by Laura Kelly
English grammar – commas and the complex sentence
One of the most common errors identified in writing is the misuse of commas in complex sentences. Here are a few simple pieces of information to help you understand the basic rules of usage.
8 May 2018 by Dave Child
How to correctly use ‘per se’
‘Per se’ is originally a Latin term which is commonly misused in English. Find out the true meaning of per se and how you can avoid this easy mistake.
11 August 2017 by Laura Kelly
Mistakes were made: understanding passive voice
Listen to someone trying to explain a high-profile error, and you’ll probably hear them say something like “Mistakes were made in carrying out the plan” or “The wrong envelope was given to the presenter.”
12 March 2017 by Dave Child
