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What’s a Colloquialism?

Last Updated Nov 21, 2022

A colloquialism is an informal word or phrase commonly used in everyday conversation and often specific to a geographic region. For example, the word “y’all” (you all) is commonly used in the southern US, but not necessarily elsewhere in the world. Sometimes, a colloquialism’s popularity is a bit more widespread, like “head over heels” (falling […]

When to Use “I” and “Me” in a Sentence

Last Updated Nov 19, 2022

Is it “you and me” or “you and I”? This can be a complex question, even for native English speakers. The difference lies in whether you need to use a subject pronoun or an object pronoun. In this post, we’ll dig into what these pronouns are and how to establish when “I” or “me” is […]

Literally and Figuratively: What’s the Difference?

Last Updated Nov 16, 2022

The English language’s waters can be muddy. So too can the difference between this pair of words: literally and figuratively.  Literally and figuratively aren’t the same thing, despite what some people may think. Literally used to denote a literal, or letter-by-letter, meaning. People didn’t start to use literally in a figurative sense until about 200 […]

How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor

Last Updated Nov 14, 2022

Picking a proofreading or editing niche can help you find clients and thrive as a freelancer. But what exactly is a niche, and how can you narrow down the subjects you want to specialize in? In this blog post, we’ll answer these questions and help you find the right niche for you. What’s a Niche […]

When to Use Possessive Apostrophes

Last Updated Nov 13, 2022

Apostrophes are one of the most commonly misused forms of punctuation. As a proofreader or editor, you’ll need to catch apostrophe errors in your client’s work. There are two main uses of apostrophes: to indicate possession and to create a contraction. In this post, we’ll be focusing on the former. Read on to learn the […]

Why Proofreading Is One of the Best Jobs for Stay-at-Home Moms

Last Updated Nov 12, 2022

Are you interested in discovering the best jobs for stay-at-home moms or dads? Parenting is incredibly rewarding – but there’s no denying that it can also be challenging. If you’re a stay-at-home parent looking to earn money while balancing childcare, freelance proofreading could be the perfect solution. Not only can it provide a flexible schedule and […]