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Commas with Nonrestrictive vs. Restrictive Elements

What do the grammar terms nonrestrictive and restrictive mean? And which requires commas?

Christina Crosland

Jul 214 min read

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Keyboard Shortcuts Every Writer Should Know

Want to write and edit more efficiently? Learning a few keyboard shortcuts can help you spend less time navigating menus and more time focusing on your manuscript.

Amy Guan

Jun 154 min read

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6 Common Places That Commas Are Misplaced

Have you made these comma mistakes? Find out where commas don’t go and why.

Christina Crosland

Apr 218 min read

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Lie vs. Lay: The Complete Tense Guide

Finally understand the difference—and see a breakdown of the tense forms that make them so frustrating.

Amy Guan

Mar 244 min read

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Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing: Which Is Right for You?

Is it better to publish traditionally or indie style? The answer isn’t what you might think.

Christina Crosland

Jan 2011 min read

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