Grammar & Word Usage

What makes a good tagline? Find a hook and create a tag!

Why do some writers shudder at the thought of writing? Why fear a natural God-given talent? Why not just sit down and do it? If you have to write but don't want to, this article may help get you started.

What is research? Why bother with it, especially if you already are overwhelmed with knowledge? Don't skimp on research! It is vital to your reputation as a writer and will save you worlds of embarrasment, and possibly lawsuits!

What is style? Every writer has it. Does style matter? It does to every person who reads. Can you define style? In this article I do my best to define style and map it out for the beginner.

There is something I struggle with as a writer; feeling. How to get the passion in my writing. I know how, per se, but it still is difficult. There are tricks and secrets writers have in getting you to cry or laugh with them. Here are a few:

Ever wonder why sometimes an otherwise interesting article starts putting you to sleep? Ever wonder why your articles put others to sleep? Could it be repetition-overkill?

Do you know how to make a perfect rhyme? You can if you follow the rules, without being bound by them.

Verbs like to agree with their subjects, but sometimes they can be very disagreeable. How do you know when to use what verb tense?

You have a great idea. Now to convince the masses of its brilliance. Once they're convicted, they need to know how to contribute to your worthy cause. How to do this? With persuasive writing!

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