There are a few significant ways in which British and American English differ, one of them being the handling of collective nouns.
When Adverbs Fall Flat
We’re taught from a young age that adverbs end in –ly and modify verbs. This is correct, however, adverbs are more complicated than the rule implies.
Tips from Tweets: Building Your Small Business Brand
Get valuable advice on establishing your unique small business brand from Erin’s collection of tweets from the Small Business Expo in Boston.
Rewriting the Zombies: Don’t Use Double Negatives
Double negatives are widely considered illogical, as they often result in an unintended positive meaning. However, there are some cases where a double negative might benefit a writer’s work.
The Reason Why is Because…
Many editors believe that the phrase “reason why” is redundant. That’s true, but it’s also true that why means “for which,” resulting in “reason for which.” Let’s determine whether this phrase fits into your sentence.
Mostly Useful Redundancies
Critical language experts often encourage editors to remove redundancies from written works. However, redundancies are not all bad, and there are times when repetition can help the author drive their message home.
Tweets from ACES Evolve, Part 2: Focus on Freelance Editors
In this two-part series, find the highlights from a tweeting session held at ACES’ 2023 National Conference. Professionals shared tools, tips and valuable business advice.
Tweets from ACES Evolve, Part 1: Tools and Tips for Editors
In this two-part series, find the highlights from a tweeting session held at ACES’ 2023 National Conference. Professionals shared tools, tips and valuable business advice.
What’s It Worth? A Confusing Use of the Apostrophe
Writers and editors commonly misunderstand what we use the apostrophe for and what possession is. And this misunderstanding dates back to the 18th century!
Do Editors Need a Code of Ethics?
In America, there is no code of ethics established for all editors to follow. Still, there are resources available that can help you create your own standards to abide by.
