Business Writing
5 Reasons To Use Plain Language
Writers Write is a plain language writing resource. In this post, we give you 5 really good reasons to use plain language.
What Is Plain Language?
Writers Write is a plain language writing resource. In this post, we answer the question: What is plain language?
About The Details
In this post we talk about the details, specifically, when the devil is in the details.
My 15 Favourite Quotes On Grammar
Grammar is the whole system and structure of a language. In this post, we share our 15 favourite literary quotes on grammar.
6 Reasons To Embrace The Power Of Stories
Writers Write is a business writing resource. In this post, we give you six really good reasons to embrace the power of stories.
Parts Of Speech
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Lay Or Lie
Lay is a transitive verb. Transitive verbs need a subject and one or more direct objects. The present tense is ‘lay’. Example: I (subject) lay the blanket
Less vs Fewer
In this post, we look at less vs fewer, and tell you when you should use them.
100 Most Often Misspelled Words in English
Writers Write creates writing resources and shares writing tips. In this post, we share the 100 most often misspelled words in English.
The Complete Speechwriting Series
In this post, we share our complete speechwriting series to help you become a better speechwriter.
British vs American English: 63 Differences
This is a useful infographic for differences in spelling and word usage in British and American English. Here are 63 differences between British and American
Simplify Your Writing – Avoid These 44 Overused Words & Phrases
In this post, we suggest you avoid these 44 overused words and phrases to simplify your writing.
10 Tips To Help You Write More Effective Emails
Effective emails are the key to writing successfully in business. Here are 10 tips to help you write more effective emails.
Why Getting An ‘F’ For Your Writing Is A Good Thing
Remember when getting an F for your writing was the worst thing that could happen to you? Turns out, it’s not so bad anymore. Actually,
Affect vs Effect & 34 Other Common Confusions
There are many writing mistakes that will make your email, letter, or report look unprofessional. These commonly confused words, including affect vs effect, are some
Word Crimes
We’re taking a break from regular blogging, and we thought you would enjoy watching Word Crimes by “Weird Al” Yankovic – if you haven’t seen it
9 Things That Can (& Will) Go Wrong When You Conduct An Interview
As writers, we will need to interview people when we write. Here are 9 things that can (and will) go wrong when you conduct an
12 Common Writing Mistakes Bloggers Make
What are the 12 common writing mistakes bloggers make? You will find the answers in this infographic.
Why You Should Not Use Nominalisations When You Write
In this post, we explain why you should not use nominalisations when you write. We include examples of nominalisations.