On Usage

What is “good” usage? For that matter, what is “good” English? What newly-coined words are okay to use, and who’s to judge? Following are some thoughts on your choice of what words to use in your writing.

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Change Clutter to Clear

Clutter is the writer’s enemy. Clutter is using too many words, too many long or fancy words, or too many long phrases or sentences. The goal for the writer’s message to be short, sweet and to the point.

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Develop an Effective Writing Habit

If writing is not what you do for a living, or it’s not your major focus, you probably have to fit writing time in among your main job, your family, your personal time, and your life in general. So, here are some ideas for how can you develop an effective writing habit.

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Book Page Structure

While the main goal of a book is to share content, the structure of the pages can greatly facilitate that function. There are several basic elements that go into page structure that can make that sharing more effective.

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Choosing Your Book Size

If you intend to print your book, deciding on book size can be challenging. If you’re going with a traditional publisher, the decision may be made for you. However, if you’re self-publishing, you have some things to think about.

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