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Articles Tagged writing
Split Infinitives: Breaking an Outdated Rule to Write Better
Avoiding split infinitives is an outdated practice that can create awkward sentences. Good writing prioritizes clarity—so don’t be afraid to split!
Using GenAI as Your Writing Assistant: The Business Writer’s Guide
AI isn’t something writers should be afraid of. Rather, it’s an invaluable tool that can help you work faster, especially in the research and outline stages.
Help! I’m Stuck on Citations
Citations can be time-consuming for editors, often requiring cleanup and research. Streamline the process by choosing a style, using citation tools, or hiring help.
One House, A Third Writing Process: A Video Essayist’s Approach
A third member of the Brenner household, Sean, describes how his unique writing process merges his parents’ styles and is shaped by video storytelling demands.
The Descriptivism–Prescriptivism War, Part 2: The Copyeditor’s Role
Balancing descriptivism and prescriptivism is key for copyeditors. This involves knowing when to apply or discard rules to enhance clarity and communication without blindly following conventions.
The Descriptivism–Prescriptivism War, Part 1: Battlelines
A tweet from Merriam-Webster defending “mad” as “angry” sparked backlash, emphasizing the descriptivism vs. prescriptivism debate that has long fueled heated language arguments.
One House, Two Writing Processes, Part 2: From Outline to Final Draft
This two-part series explores contrasting writing processes: a structured approach versus a spontaneous style. Discover tips for effective outlining, drafting, and revising!
One House, Two Writing Processes, Part 1: Getting Started
Discover how two writers—an editor and a journalist—navigate their unique creative processes, starting with idea generation, brainstorming, and research!
AP Style and the Serial Comma
It’s well-known that the AP Stylebook rules omit the serial comma, however, there are some lesser-known but important exceptions that help avoid confusion.
