Loves words and the punctuation that helps them make sense, yet hates those pesky rules. Offers FREE Killer Tips online.
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What does grammar have to do with romance? My latest blog post covers the history of the Romance languages and how to properly use the abbreviations they’ve contributed to our everyday writing: ow.ly/n3Hr50xKcYZ
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Here’s to 2020, along with a reminder of the correct way to capitalize and punctuate your greetings for the new year.
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#newyear #happynewyear #2020 #grammar
As you look to the new year, think about small ways you can become a more effective communicator. Here’s a killer tip on avoiding qualifiers such as “sort of” and “kind of”:
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Merry Christmas, friends! Enjoy this history of letters to Santa, and remember that good grammar is a work in progress. We are always learning (and I’ve got a book to help)! 🎅
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#santa #christmas #merrychristmas
To glide smoothly from one word to the next in the English language, remember how to use the pronunciations of “thee” vs. “thuh.” More killer tips in my book, Grammar for People Who Hate Rules:
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An Apostrophe Protection Society? Who knew?! Let’s keep love of the apostrophe going. More tips on my blog: ow.ly/nSZL50xCdwl
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#tuesdaythoughts #punctuation #grammar
If you aren't familiar with an en dash or an em dash and how each is used, let me help you broaden your punctuation horizons: ow.ly/wbcZ50xvy16
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Who’s on your “naughty list” of social media offenders? I have a book for that!
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With a new year right around the corner, consider the gift of self-improvement this holiday season. How about kicking off 2020 with better speaking and writing skills?
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It’s that time of year again: Time for a reminder on how to properly address your holiday cards. I blogged about it last year (ow.ly/fDBh50xpY7t), and here’s an additional article I recently spotted.
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#seasonsgreetings #grammar #tuesdaythoughts
To my readers: I’m grateful that you share with me a love for grammar as well as your questions and comments. Know someone else who could benefit? Please tell them about my blog and twice-monthly email with free grammar tips!
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#thanksgiving #grammar #blog
Did you as a child ever say, “Me and Billy wanna go for a bike ride!” and have your mom admonish: “Billy and I.”
No wonder so many of us steer clear of me in places where it truly is the correct choice. My latest blog post will help you get it right: ow.ly/cyw750xjUlv
Answer to What is correct, "Your self is no more" or "Yourself is no more"? by Kathleen Watson quora.com/What-is-correct-Yo…
Answer to Why do people start sentences with “so”? by Kathleen Watson quora.com/Why-do-people-star…
Fewer than 40 days until Christmas, can you believe it?! If you’re looking for the perfect workplace gift, Grammar for People Who Hate Rules is a great addition to any desktop.
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‘Tis the season for gratitude. I couldn’t agree more with these points! For even more, check out my blog and my book:
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#gratitude #thanks #thankyou #tuesdaythoughts
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Know someone who loves grammar? Grammar for People Who Hate Rules makes a great gift! ❤️
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The ellipsis has been in the news, with coverage related to certain official documents and how some elements apparently have been omitted, as indicated by the presence of multiple ellipses. Here’s the scoop on this piece of #punctuation and how to use it: ow.ly/LWqg50x8ce3
Answer to How do I choose whether to write in simple or complex English? Some blogs are written in simple English and some complex. by Kathleen Watson quora.com/How-do-I-choose-wh…
Answer to What are the most common ways that an ellipsis is misused in writing? by Kathleen Watson quora.com/What-are-the-most-…