Tag Archives: grammar

4 Grammar Myths Busted!

Posted on 27/03/2023 by Kim

In the world of proofreading, grammar myths abound. These are typically presented as ‘rules’. Overzealous pedants may therefore try to correct things that are not actually mistakes. But skilled editors and proofreaders will only make changes when they are necessary. To help … Continue reading →

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SPaG: Affect or Effect – 3 tricks to remember which to use💡

Posted on 16/05/2022 by Kim

Hello, welcome back. Do you struggle to know whether to use “affect” or “effect” in your writing? Are you tired of giving up and using “impact” instead? Woohoo! Fantastic! I can help with that because today, I’m going to let … Continue reading →

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Grammar: 10+ of the Most Common Mix-Ups that Spellcheck Could Miss

Posted on 03/09/2021 by Kim

There are lots of programs available to help us when it comes to writing. However, English is a confusing language to master and even when we use programs like MS Spell Check mix-ups can still occur. English is a living … Continue reading →

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