by Linden Gross | Jul 31, 2015 | Language
So there I was this morning getting ready to hop in the shower as the TV news played in the background. Then the show went to commercial and I quit paying attention. Until, that is, I heard the grammar mistake. Can you spot it? Talk to a local Allstate agent and...
by Linden Gross | Jul 10, 2015 | Language
The following article was written by Jessica Kane, a professional blogger who writes for Bureau Translations—a leading company that provides translation services for businesses. If you read my last post, you’ll know why I love this piece. Enjoy. ...
by Linden Gross | Jul 3, 2015 | Language
I love the precision of the written word. Writing allows you to express yourself so much more accurately than you can in conversation. Not the first time around, of course. The editing phase, however, allows you to craft your words so that they reflect the exact...
by Linden Gross | Apr 10, 2015 | Language
Last night I watched “The Voice”. I have to admit that I love that show. Something about all those aspiring singers reaching for their dreams touches me. I watch them overcome deep-rooted fears of failure and stretch themselves to find their inner power...
by Linden Gross | Mar 13, 2015 | Language, Writing
Jack Hart whose work as writing coach and editor at large for The Oregonian helped writers go on to win Pulitzer Prizes offers some gems in his book A Writer’s Coach. He asserts that: Talent matters…But the writers who can manage their time and energy well...
by Linden Gross | Feb 20, 2015 | Language, Writing
Details aren’t just luxuries when you’re writing fiction or narrative nonfiction. They’re the glue that will hold your readers’ attention and convince them to stick with you. The judicious use of details brings a story to life, allowing the...
