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RERUN - Shared Apostrophes
How do you indicate that two people own the same item? Learn more about this special case of apostrophes on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN - Irregardless
"Irregardless" isn't a word. Learn why it's wrong on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
History of the @ (At Sign)
Hint: This punctuation marks long predates email. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
History of the & (Ampersand)
Where did this weird little squiggle come from? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
It's Not That Serious! (Exclamation Marks)
Do exclamation marks help or hurt your writing? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
It Isn't Never Right to Use Double Negatives
What does the title of this episode mean? Is it always right--or never right? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Why You Need That Serial Comma
People like to argue about the Oxford comma, but there are some very clear scenarios when its use is not optional. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Ten Items or Less"
Learn about a common grammar error on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Show, Don't Tell
This common writing tip is surprisingly difficult to follow. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Why "Very Important" Isn't Important At All
Strengthen your descriptors with these simple tricks. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Scare Quotes, Emphasis, and Sarcasm
Use quotation marks wisely ... or you may end up adding sarcasm to an awkward situation. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Everyone Hates Semicolons
Don't use these funny-looking punctuation marks. Learn more in today's episode of Grammar Minute!
A Warning Against Adjective Overuse
You've probably heard it before: "Show, don't tell." Here's one tip to make that happen on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Fiction Tip: Create Your Own Style Guide
Make your own writing rules. Stand out on an editor's desk. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Chocolate Books and the Dangers of Foreign Words
It's not a good idea to use foreign words in your writing ... unless you're certain everyone knows what they mean. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Is Social Media Harming Our Writing Skills?
Social media is once again a hot-button topic after the TikTok ban. Learn more about its possible effects on our writing skills in today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Weary" vs. "Wary"
These two words are commonly confused. Learn the difference on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN: The Collar of the Cat - And Why That Sounds Wrong
English has some rules that just don't make sense. Here's one you've probably never thought about if you're a native speaker, on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN: One hundred, 100, or one-hundred?
Even English nerds have to use numbers occasionally. Learn how to do it properly on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Writing & Artificial Intelligence
Will AI make the writing industry obsolete--or could it actually be a blessing in disguise? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Thanksgiving Special: Writing Thank-You Notes
It's Thanksgiving season in the U.S.--and always a time to tell those you love how much you appreciate them! Learn to write a sincere and polite thank-you note on toda...
In Defense of "Skedaddle"
Do you like this word? Learn more about what differentiates a "good" word from a "bad" word on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Warsafe" Cover Reveal + Creating Emphasis
Warsafe is a young adult science fiction novel, coming May 2025. Preorders open today! Learn more at www.laurensmythbooks.com.
Don't Use These Words
The title says it all. Find out how to improve your writing in today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Should You Formally Study Grammar?
The answer might surprise you. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN - None of Us Is Ready for This Grammar Rule
"None" is short for "no one," which makes it a singular noun. But do we really have to treat it like one? Find out on this episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN - Banish Flabby Opinion Statements
Angels appear to people. Opinions do not. So don't use this one common phrase in your academic essay, under peril of your professor's red pen!
Brand Names Are Capitalized - And Yes, "Trampoline" Is a Brand
Brands that sound like commonly used terms should still be capitalized. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Enormity of "Enormity" Misused
Welcome to Part 3 of my ongoing series, How Not to Use the Word Enormity.
Is There a Place for Cliches in Good Writing?
You just never know ... but you will after listening to today's episode of Grammar Minute!