Word Usage and Grammar

“That’s what editors are for.” is a phrase that has been uttered by many a writer. In most cases though, if you don’t have a solid understanding of appropriate word usage and principles of grammar, you will never get your work in front of an editor. There are some excellent web resources that can help you check whether or not you are … Keep Reading → using words appropriately. These sites, that offer lists of words that are commonly used incorrectly, can be an extremely valuable tool. Words often found on the sites include there/ their/they’re, effect/ affect, lie/lay, all together/altogether and many others. For proper grammar usage, The Elements of Style, by Strunk and Whites and Painless Grammar by Rebecca Elliott are both outstanding resources. Read them carefully and your grammar will improve immensely. There is no reason to let improper word usage and grammar problems stand in the way of a successful writing career. The resources are available and inexpensive (or even free). Just be sure to use them.