Cara Secrist

  • Is Spelling Considered Part of Grammar?

    We tend to think of grammar as the foundation of language, but where does spelling fit into the picture? Is spelling part of grammar, or does it operate independently? (If you make a purchase using the links in this post, we may earn a commission.)  Is Spelling Part of Grammar or Reading? Although spelling and…

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  • Commonly Confused Words: Biannual vs. Semiannual vs. Biennial

    Imagine your hard work developing your writing skills finally pays off: During a biennial recruitment drive, you landed a full-time job as a content creator who helps writers format short stories. You get a biannual bonus that depends on your semiannual performance review, but there’s just one problem. You’re not exactly sure what biannual, semiannual…

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  • How To Format a Short Story

    We’ve all heard the popular idiom “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” but we all do it. It’s a truth that extends all the way up to book publishers. They are inundated with story submissions that run the quality spectrum, so knowing how to format your short story helps give the first impression that you know…

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  • How To Cite an Advertisement in MLA

    I’m fascinated by novelty product ads that make me want to buy something I don’t need and car commercials that hit me right in the feels. Given my interest in these ads and my love of writing, it only makes sense that I would need to know how to cite an advertisement for my marketing…

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  • How To Cite an Instagram Post

    Instagram has come a long way from its original purpose of allowing users to share photos taken on their mobile devices. Now, we can use it to relax by scrolling through videos of impossibly talented break dancers and adorable baby goats wearing pajamas. Instagram’s evolution has also paved the way for a wealth of informative…

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