While vs. Whilst
A reader asks: what is the difference between while and whilst? Both while and whilst have been in the language […]
Digital Marketing Guide for Book Authors and Writers
Whether you’re self-publishing a book, or you’ve got a deal with a traditional publisher, you’re going to need to do […]
Can you write a book or a novel with speech recognition software?
You have a right to disagree with my previous post Writing with Speech Recognition Software. For many writers, dictating a […]
IELTS Writing Task 1: Sample Answers and Tips
Do you need to master English to a certain standard? Perhaps you’re going to be entering an English-speaking university, or […]
10 Best Mobile Apps to Learn English
If you’re learning English as a second language, you might want some extra help and support beyond your regular lessons. […]
Understanding “Either … Or” and “Neither … Nor”
If you’re presenting two alternatives, you’ll often use an “either … or” or a “neither … nor” construction. Here’s how […]
Reasons to Write Properly
Why is it important to write correctly, to use standard grammar, spelling, and punctuation? Because you want people to understand […]
Nutritional vs Nutritious: What’s the Difference?
Is there any difference between the words “nutritional” and “nutritious”? They’re both adjectives that refer to the nutrients in a […]
70 Dialogue Writing Prompts
For some writers, dialogue comes naturally. They find it easy to “hear” their character’s voices and they have the knack […]
Learn English with Alexa Skills: Writing, Grammar and Vocabulary
Have you got an Amazon Echo? If so, you might well have enabled a bunch of different skills to extend […]
How to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon [With Tools and Resources]
Fifteen or twenty years ago, self-publishing was looked on as a last resort option for books that a publisher wouldn’t […]
Disparate vs Desperate
Two words that sometimes get confused are “disparate” and “desperate”. They have quite different meanings, but they can sound very […]