Noun Clauses
Our last stop down the rabbit hole of English grammar took us to independent and dependent clauses, and now we … Read More “Noun Clauses”
Parallel Structure
We are going to take a different tact today and cover a topic related to writing style: parallel structure. Parallel … Read More “Parallel Structure”
Clauses
I know I have covered some of these already, but I will do so again for those of you who … Read More “Clauses”
Comma Splices
Before we can fully appreciate the shudder-inducing mechanism known as the dreaded comma splice, we must first define the independent … Read More “Comma Splices”
Commas Cont.
Before we get into the specifics, we will need to identify two different types of clauses. Restrictive clause Contains information … Read More “Commas Cont.”
What Not to do – Commas
Commas. Where to begin, and how do I count the ways in which they are abused… Rule 1. In a … Read More “What Not to do – Commas”
What Not To Do – Adverbs
Adverbs. I shudder. The reason adverbs detract from a passage is because they are the culprit that leads to telling … Read More “What Not To Do – Adverbs”
What Not To Do
In my travels, or travails is more like, I’ve been asked to beta read or edit various and sundry forms … Read More “What Not To Do”
Ready for Purchase
The first story in the series I’ve been putzin’ around with for the last year or so is now formatted … Read More “Ready for Purchase”
Uphill on Both Sides
Finally getting the ol’ blog up and running. Thanks for stopping by, and please bear with me-I’m a recovering Luddite … Read More “Uphill on Both Sides”