The English language is truly bizarre and full of inconsistencies, particularly when it comes to spelling. When ‘ph’ and ‘gh’ are meant to sound like ‘f’ and silent letters abound, such as the ‘k’ in ‘knee’ and the ‘b’ in ‘thumb’, it is no wonder that people get confused. However, mastering spelling…
Academic writing requires a particular skill set, which one does not acquire by osmosis. It takes time to develop the craft of writing and, like any other skill, it takes practice to hone. We’ve curated a list of excellent resources and online courses to help you improve your academic writing.…
Compound verbs (i.e. compound words functioning as a single verb) usually appear as two or more words (e.g. ‘was destroyed’, ‘was looking’ and ‘will be waiting’) and are thus not hyphenated. Compound adverbs (i.e. two words modifying verbs), on the other hand, usually appear as one word. In both instances,…
Writing a book can take up a lot of your time and is a significant commitment. You, therefore, want to give it the best chance of success, so you need to find a book editor who can ensure it’s in the best possible state for publication. No matter how much you check…
Ok, we’ve covered why textbooks are so expensive and explained why it’s important for you to buy all your required readings. Here is the good news! It is possible to get hold of all your required readings but still keep your costs down. Here’s how! Make Sure You Only Buy What is Required First,…
If you’ve written a novel, it’s no doubt been a labour of love and you’ve invested a lot of your time and effort into it. You’re proud of what you’ve created and can’t wait to get it published. Writing, however, is only the first step in a long process. Before…
Three Latin shortened forms commonly appear in academic writing: ‘i.e.’, ‘e.g.’ and ‘etc.’. Often ‘i.e.’ and ‘e.g.’ are used interchangeably, but this is incorrect. This article will define the meanings of each of these Latin shortened forms and explain how to use them correctly in formal contexts. What does ‘i.e.’…
It was only so long ago that you were unpacking your bags and sitting through orientation week, and now the time to renew your student accommodation contract is drawing near. Do you want to stay on or are you looking for a change? Here are some considerations that can help…
If you possess meticulous attention to detail and love nothing more than scouring through texts with a fine-toothed comb to make them the best they can be, you might have thought about becoming an editor. But the editing world is a broad one, and with so many options available (and…
If you can spot a spelling mistake or grammatical error from a mile away, you might make an excellent proofreader. Proofreading is a flexible and varied way to make a career, but if you want to take the leap, you might be wondering where to start. There is a lot of information…