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How to Differentiate Character Voices
A rare tip about writing fiction on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Do You Really Need That Hyphen?
Probably not. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
What Is an En Dash?
Em dashes and en dashes sound similar--but they're not the same. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
What Is an Em Dash?
On this podcast, we talk a lot about how to use em dashes correctly--but we rarely talk about what they are. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Can Inanimate Nouns Be Possessive?
... Maybe. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The History of the Asterisk
Where does our favorite c*nsorship symbol come from? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
When to Capitalize "Mom" and "Dad"
When should you capitalize "mom" and "dad"--and "grandpa" and "auntie" and all the rest? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"U.S." vs. "US"
Let's turn back to the Chicago Manual of Style for another grammar rule!
Why Good Writers Need Editors
If you're looking for an editor for your next project--whether that's a query letter, manuscript, or magazine article--look no further! Visit laurensmythbooks.com to l...
"Capital" vs. "Capitol"
Hint: They're both locations. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Mintue!
Good Grammar Doesn't Prove AI
Em dashes and other grammar tricks aren't proof that text is written with AI. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
PLEASE USE PARAGRAPH BREAKS.
Let's end this bad typing habit once and for all. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Em Dashes, En Dashes, and Hyphens
What's the difference between these three similar-looking punctuation marks? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Clean-Cut vs Clear-Cut
What's the difference between these two commonly confused phrases? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Y'all vs. All Y'all
Welcome to the Grammar Minute, where we're enjoying the South with all its extreme heat, delicious cooking, and wonderful hospitality!
Tips for Effective Foreshadowing
COMING SOON: My fifth dystopian/sci fi novel from Enclave Publishing. Get updates here!
"Weary" vs. "Wary"
What's the difference between "weary" and "wary?" Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
WARSAFE Release Day (& How to Publish a Book)
My fourth science fiction novel, Warsafe, releases today! You can find it on Amazon (where it's the #1 new release in its category!) or directly from the publisher.SYN...
SPECIAL EPISODE - Interview with Samantha Mendell, Editor & Author
Samantha Mendell is an author and editor at Mendell Studios. Learn more about common writing mistakes, incorporating faith into writing, and more in today's special ep...
Thank You, Hillsdale College!
This is (officially) the last episode of Grammar Minute recorded for WRFH Radio Free Hillsdale, 101.7 FM. While we're at it, learn how to write "thank you" when used a...
How to Speed Read
A common tip for speed reading is suppressing your internal narrator. Learn why this might work for you on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Making Plurals Possessive (Grammar Hall of Shame)
New to the Grammar Hall of Shame: "You can respond to other's events." Learn why this is wrong on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
World Pilots' Day: A Study in Grammar
What's the proper way to write "World Pilots' Day?" It turns out, you have options. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
History of the Dollar Sign
Where does the $ sign come from--and should it have one line or two? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
REBOOT - Interrobang‽
Learn about this weird and wild punctuation mark on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
REBOOT - How Are You?
What's the proper response to "How are you?" Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
REBOOT - Antecedents
Learn about antecedents on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
REBOOT - Run-On Sentences
Learn how to avoid run-on sentences in today's episode of Grammar Minute!
This was the first-ever episode.
It's throwback day on Grammar Minute! Hear the first-ever pilot episode of your favorite writing podcast.
"Enormity" Returns
You won't want to miss the enormity of this Grammar Minute episode.