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The English language is filled with homonyms, homophones, and other confusing parts of speech. Learning to use English properly is something that does not always happen in school. Here are five common grammar mistakes that should be easy to learn and fix.

I'm not a grammar expert, however these are common grammar mistakes I've seen which drove me to several grammar books to find out what is and isn't correct. Now I'll pass that knowledge on to you.

English students and writers are plagued by editors who insist on following these out-dated and arbitrary grammar rules. In this article, learn how and why to cast off these notions and set your editor straight.

Common mistakes in word usage.

Most college professors believe their students are not at college writing levels. Here are some tips on how to improve your grammar and word usage.

Writers should continually remind themselves of writing techniques and pitfalls. Take a quick stop here to remind yourself of things to avoid.

Not sure when to use an apostrophe? Read on and it will all become clear.

Are you confused about when you should use me, myself, or I? This article will clear it all up for you.

Your business plan is a critical piece for getting your business up and running. Despite this, many entrepreneurs get it wrong. Learn the 10 most common mistakes people make with their business plans so you can avoid making them.

There are all sorts of complex grammar rules to remember. However, without having a few basics you could come across as non-educated, or that you just don't care. Here are a few grammar tips to remember.

As the internet becomes more accessible, more and more people find themselves writing on a daily basis. Our writing skills (or lack thereof) are on display for family and friends, and sometimes the general public. All too often, those writing skills just don't measure up.

The English laguage is one of the most difficult languages to master.

When visiting the Czech city of Prague, interacting with the locals can be a little frustrating. You not only have linguistic and cultural differences to overcome, there are unseen barriers. And it is these barriers that usually prove to torment the visitor.

English Grammar 101 was designed for those who want to do just that, who homeschool their children or for teachers to use as part of their classroom lessons or as part of an online English course.

Making a plural isn't as simple as just adding an s! This article will review the basics of pluralization while providing some guidance on more complex plural constructions.

This article discusses five common mistakes made while writing ad how to avoid them.

In English grammar, you must follow some very strict verb conjugation rules. There are many common mistakes which most writers make, which could be easily avoided.

Generating great content for your website includes more than just coming up with unique article ideas. It also means never allowing your articles or blog content look sloppy and unprofessional by overlooking spelling and grammatical errors.

Many people view being published in magazines and journals as the "holy grail" for freelance writers on the internet. It is true that it can be difficult getting published by these outlets, but if you learn from the mistakes of others your task is simplified.

Kids today are not receiving the same grammar education that students got decades ago. Is this a symptom of something deeper?

Glaring mistakes will immediately earn your resume a one-way trip to the recycle bin. Avoid these mistakes and your resume may just get you an interview with a prospective employer.

Good grammar is one of the easiest ways to impress your readers. But grammar can sometimes be hard. Here are some simple tips on improving your grammar and making your writing more enjoyable and easier to read.

Find out the do's and don'ts of good emailing etiquette.

"If you think I make spelling/grammatical errors, you are wrong. I invented a new language (...) "

Al Williams has published hundreds of articles and columns in major national magazines, and has served as an editor for some of these same magazines. This article tell you how to (and how not to) get your articles sold to many magazine markets.

In nearly every article I've read on AC, sadly including one of my own (hope it was a typo), I find grammatical errors. I really wonder why, when many of the writers are college educated and should know better.

How much do you depend on spell check? Even though it often flags names of people or places when they are spelled correctly, it comes in handy for making sure about the spelling of many words.

The comma is the most frequently used and misused punctuation mark. While it looks innocent enough with its petite size, the comma's correct usage sometimes escapes even the best writer.

Proofreading, something we all do, but don't always like to.

Article submission is an excellent way to get free, targeted traffic to your website, blog, or forum. But you do not want to make these easily-avoided mistakes!

I know I have troubles with certain words, so this is to help know the distinction between just a few.

Is it the '80s or the 80s? Everywhere you look, you see articles and writings on the internet with dates used improperly. Read this article for some information about how to properly denote dates in your writing.

On my wild search to discover the hidden secret of that perfect resume, I learned many valuable things. These are the top 5 blunders I found while looking. I give my very unprofessional advice on how to avoid 5 resume blunders.

Most freelancers have no idea what to do when promoting their services online. Take the following tips into consideration the next time you go online to promote your writing services.

No author, student, or writer can do without this short list of books that will at least illuminate some of the gray areas of the English lanugage and provide fun, easy to read guidelines for writing well.

The idea of writing a thesis is terrifying for many people. Not only is it quite possibly the longest paper of your college career, it's also the most important.

This article selects the top ten articles on the topic of writing for the web. It includes topics on key words, lay outs, readability and the secret element of reader appeal. All of these article were written by AC producers.

Think "thank you" notes are old-fashioned? Think again! They may just land you a new job.

It is wrong to rate articles based on whether or not you agree with the topic. Here are some valid reasons to give a poor rating.

It seems that all of us had to write a personal essay at least once in our lives.

Homeschooling middle school aged children does not have to be more difficult than homeschooling elementary school children are, but it is certainly different. This is a great time to start requesting more from them.

This article examines a few of the many techniques outlined in "Secrets of Film Writing" and provides examples of screenwriters who succeeded with Tom Lazarus' guidelines.

If there's one important reason why you need to write effectively in the workplace, it is this: the quality of your writing imprints a lasting impression on the reader.

This article provides tips to write effective, attention-arresting blog copy and shows how you can develop reader and customer loyalty.

Freshmen year in college can be scary. My tips can help make it less scary.

First impressions are important when it comes to your website or email marketing message. A well designed website will help you make sales. Assaulting visitors with a wall of text in a large and colorful typeface just may have the opposite effect,

Parents often struggle with the subject of helping their children with their homework. Your involvement is up to you, but here are some guidelines and ideas for conquering this problem.

Not many employers ask for cover letters in newspaper ads, however it's almost always a good idea to send one. This article tells you why you should send a cover letter, what your cover letter should say and how to best highlight your unique skills.

eBay can provide precisely what you're looking for. You just have to know how to look.