Another word pair that often creates confusion for writers is “who” and “whom.” To properly learn which one to use, we first must clearly understand the difference between the subject and the object of a sentence. Basically, the subject is the one taking the action, and the object is the one that is the recipient […]
Date Posted : Jan 17, 2012 
Common Mistakes,Mechanics
Written by : Jennifer
Writers are often confused by the similar word pair “affect” and “effect.” Yet, a simple rule will help you determine which one to properly use in almost every situation. Generally speaking, “affect” is typically used as a verb meaning “to influence, act on, or cause a change in.” For example, “the early frost affected the […]
Date Posted : Jan 17, 2012 Common Mistakes
Written by : Jennifer
Some “rules” of writing are up for debate. Indeed, certain elements are actually not hard and fast rules; rather, they are open for interpretation and choice. For example, the hotly debated “serial comma” (i.e., the comma following the “and” in a series of items) may cause grammarians considerable consternation, but in the end, the writer […]
Date Posted : Jan 17, 2012 Common Mistakes,Writing Styles and Formats
Written by : Jennifer