Kat Taylor
Exploring the Nine Major Word Classes in the English Language: A Comprehensive Guide with Examples
Uncover the power of language with our comprehensive guide to the nine major word classes in English.
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Kat Taylor
Mar 44 min read
Mastering the Basics: The 12 Essential Rules of English Grammar
English grammar can be a daunting subject for many, but mastering the basics is essential for effective communication. Whether you're a...
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Kat Taylor
Mar 13 min read
Formatting your novel manuscript: A step-by-step guide for publishing
So you've written your novel, but is your manuscript ready for publishing? Read on for some top tips on formatting your novel like a pro.
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Kat Taylor
Apr 23, 20232 min read
Understanding nouns: Definitions and examples for clearer communication
A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. It is a fundamental part of grammar.
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Kat Taylor
Aug 19, 20202 min read
6 steps to make your writing more accessible
Last week I spoke about formatting your documents to make them more accessible to certain groups such as those with dyslexia and visual...
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Kat Taylor
Jul 30, 20204 min read
10 tips to keep your text formatting accessible
If you're creating content, I'm guessing that you'd like as many people as possible to be able to read and enjoy it. Did you know that...
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Kat Taylor
Jul 22, 20203 min read
5 reasons I don't let rejections from literary agents stop me
You've just received your first rejection letter. Here's why you shouldn't give up.
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Kat Taylor
Apr 8, 20202 min read
Making sense of capitalisation: week 4 – capitalising common nouns
A common noun is the generic name for a person, place or thing in a class or group. For example, boy, city and cat are common nouns.
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Kat Taylor
Mar 28, 20202 min read
Making sense of capitalisation: week 3 - capitalising proper nouns
Let me begin by explaining what a proper noun is, for those who aren't sure. Simply, a proper noun is the specific name of a person,...
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Kat Taylor
Mar 9, 20205 min read
Making sense of capitalisation: week 2 - the rules of capitalisation
Should I capitalise this, you ask. This simple set of rules should help you decide. We'll address all of the common mistakes and areas that
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Kat Taylor
Mar 2, 20202 min read
Making sense of capitalisation: week 1 - the three case systems
Do you struggle with title case vs. sentence case? Do you have a reputation for random mid-sentence capitalisation? OR DO YOU JUST SHOUT...
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Kat Taylor
Jan 16, 20204 min read
5 tips to stick to your word count in any written assignment
If you've been asked to stick to a word count on an assignment, there's usually a good reason for it. The following tips will help you keep
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Kat Taylor
Dec 13, 20193 min read
How to punctuate your Christmas lists (and earn extra Santa points)
Everybody loves a list, especially Father Christmas. Earn a few extra Santa points by correctly punctuating your Christmas wish list.
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Kat Taylor
Aug 31, 20194 min read
How to overcome procrastination and reignite your writing passion: 10 effective strategies
Procrastination. We all do it. But how do we stop it and get back to the task we were avoiding in the first place? These 10 tips should help
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Kat Taylor
Aug 19, 20193 min read
How to Maintain Originality in Academic Writing: 5 Tips to Avoid Plagiarism
Using other people's thoughts or writings as your own, either deliberately or inadvertently, is plagiarism, but how do you avoid it?
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Kat Taylor
Aug 5, 20194 min read
Top 10 strategies for staying on schedule with your PhD thesis
Writing up your PhD thesis can be terrifying, but stay calm and read on for my top 10 tips to help you stay on track.
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Kat Taylor
Jul 12, 20194 min read
5 reasons your business needs to hire a professional proofreader
Hiring a professional proofreader can make sure that what you say is accurate, consistent, and free from errors.
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Kat Taylor
Jun 7, 20194 min read
10 tips on how to write a stand-out pitch letter to an agent
Writing a cover letter to a literary agent is hard, but not as hard as you think. Here are author Russ Thomas' top tips.
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Kat Taylor
May 4, 20193 min read
10 tips on how to write a knock-out synopsis
Something I often get asked by authors is how to make their synopsis stand out from the crowd. First, let's be clear about what a...
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Kat Taylor
Apr 12, 20193 min read
The art of proofreading: Why human expertise trumps machine algorithms
Spell check, autocorrect and tools like them are great, but they have their limits. If I spell a word incorrectly, that helpful red line...
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