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Diacritics – sometimes known as accents – are used in writing to tell us how to pronounce a word. But do we really use diacritics in English? Do you need to worry about diacritic marks when proofreading? And, if so, how do you add them in Microsoft Word? Let us explain! How Do Diacritics Work […]

When it comes to Microsoft Word, you might be an expert in things like font styles, bullet lists, and headings – but what about recording macros? Although macros are a little more advanced than some of Word’s other formatting tools, once you get the hang of them, they can be very useful and save you […]

Is freelancing worth it? You might ask yourself this question after another hard day at the office, taking orders from an ungrateful boss, battling the elements and traffic, and finally getting home late and exhausted. You are not alone. Many people are venturing into the realm of freelancing and work-from-home jobs, especially in the wake […]

You’re not a comedy writer, so why – and how – should you use humor in your content writing? Picture a dull gray lecture hall; you’re trying desperately hard to stay awake, but then the professor makes a joke. Suddenly, laughter sweeps through the room. Now, you’re fully awake, and the professor is the focus […]

If you’re wondering how to use ethos, pathos, and logos in your writing, you’re in the right place. First defined by the ancient Greek philosopher, Aristotle, ethos, pathos, and logos are commonly known as the three rhetorical appeals. They might sound like they should be extras in The Three Musketeers, but actually, they’re great aids […]

The five “W”s are a principle widely used in journalism and copywriting, so they are worth understanding if you want to edit these types of writing. In this post, we’ll set out the basics of the five “W”s and how you can use them as an editor. What Are the Five “W”s? The five “W”s […]

If you’re a freelance writer looking to get published, you’ll be excited to know that there are many magazines that accept submissions from freelancers. Whether you’re interested in writing fiction, lifestyle pieces, travel essays, or investigative journalism, there’s likely a magazine out there eager for your expertise. In this blog post, we’ll cover a broad […]

Rhetorical devices are everywhere, so as an editor, you’ll need to know what to do when you encounter them. But do you know your alliteration from your anaphora? How about the difference between epanalepsis and epistrophe? If it’s all Greek to you, don’t panic – just read our guide to 12 rhetorical devices and how […]

The Associated Press Stylebook is the go-to style guide for many writers, news outlets, and businesses. And if your clients use AP style, you’ll need to know how it works. With that in mind, here we’ll look at what proofreaders should know about dates in AP style, including: The basic date format (and when you […]