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When deciding when to, or how to, use parentheses, an editor will first determine how important the information is to the sentence. At an initial glance, the rules for how to use parentheses may seem confusing, but they are relatively straightforward. You can find more information at http://www.ehow.com/how_4516252_use-parenthesis-writing.html. Rule...

It is one of the greatest challenges of a writer to get the grammar and spelling of words and sentences right. That is why editors do so well in the industry helping writers get everything right the first time. One of the most common challenges, however, is writing possessive nouns. It is almost an acquired...

English has many rules for writing numbers, and just as many authorities disagreeing with each other about them. Here are some standard rules that you may want to keep on hand. Rule: Spell out single-digit whole numbers. Example: I would like two copies. Rule: Use numerals for numbers greater than nine. Example:...

You’ve written the next great bestseller. You’re not sure if you’re ready for anyone to read it yet. You’ve labored so many hours writing this masterpiece. In the back of your mind is that nagging feeling, however, that it wouldn’t hurt to have another pair of eyes look over your book. After all, you...

Throughout the world, there are many great storytellers. Everyone has a story inside of them, whether it is a legendary tale meant to entertain, or a meaningful memoir sharing life experiences, or a researched non-fiction text intended to inform. Often, however, you can become hung up on the nitty-gritty...