Writers need a platform if they hope to hook up with a publisher, and sometimes, even just to sell an article to a magazine. A writer needs a platform to sell her writing. Becoming an expert in something is the way to build a platform, and blogging is a great foundation. I’ve been blogging since the word was invented – since about 2002, I think. …(there’s more) Continue reading
There’s no magic way to find a job, especially in our current world economy, but Jist Works’ THE TWITTER JOB SEARCH GUIDE by Susan Britton Whitcomb, Chandlee Bryan, and Deb Dib is a fairly good resource. Released this month, it’s a well-researched guide to using Twitter, and one of the ways Twitter is used is to find employment. I wonder how many people actually hook …(there’s more) Continue reading
Ontest Grammar Police say: Adjective comparative forms liken two or more things (nouns). There is a right way and there are many wrong ways to form these comparatives. They aren’t up for grabs; the rules are standard. When writers, reporters, and editors in the media describe a political pundit as as more tall, more friendly, or more smart than another, my hackles rise. There are …(there’s more) Continue reading
If you missed National Square Root Day yesterday, geek yourself silly with National Grammar Day. The tips I have to offer from OnText Grammar Police consist of a list of sites that are celebrating in far grander style than we’d have the energy for. Grammar Day Web Resources: National Grammar Day Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips Purdue OWL online writing lab WebGrammar.com OnText Grammar …(there’s more) Continue reading
