Following the release of CMoS 18, it’s important to know both why and how you should update your house style guide to benefit future writing projects.
Articles Categorized The Art of Language
Grammar, spelling, usage, style—this section is all about the mechanics of language. Improve your writing and editing by reading on!
CMOS 18: A Deep Dive into the Latest Edition’s Updates
The 18th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style is finally out! To help you navigate the updates, here’s an overview of some of the most important changes.
Righting “More Wrong” and “Wronger”
My sons once asked me to settle their argument over whether it was correct to say “more wrong” or “wronger.” According to grammar rules, they were both right!
Clarifying the Comma: Independent Clauses & Compound Predicates
The rules of using the comma are numerous, complicated, and come with many exceptions. They also remind us of why editors are so important!
Grammar Bite: Prepositions for “Foreclose”
Does the preposition “on” actually need to be used after the word “foreclose”? Can you pair other prepositions with foreclose? Find out in this grammar bite!
Genitives & Attributive Modifiers
Punctuation marks may be small, but they have a big impact! The apostrophe is no exception. Here’s how to determine when an apostrophe is needed in a phrase.
The Grammar of “Also”
The common word “also” can add either clarity or ambiguity to a sentence. To ensure we’re adding clarity, let’s take a look at the grammar rules of “also.”
When to Stop Defining Abbreviations
Can a copyeditor choose when to stop spelling out an abbreviation? And how do you decide that it’s time?
When to Use a Comma Before “But”
A reader once asked me about using a comma before the word “but.” Comma usage is a frequent cause for debate amongst editors, so let’s dive in!
AP Stylebook Partners with Merriam-Webster
Check out some of the most important changes coming to the 18th edition of the AP Stylebook, including its new preferred dictionary, Merriam-Webster!
