Grammar Links
E-resources for Copy Editors
A comprehensive list of electronic resources for word workers, especially
copy editors.
The Gallery Of "Misused" Quotation Marks
You've "seen" them. Maybe on a sign at the "grocery" store, maybe
in an ad in your "local" newspaper... those quotation marks that
make no sense, with lots of real-life examples sent in by
contibutors.
Grammar Graphics
Look for Grammar Gremlins, a guide to tricky areas of English.
Grammarian's Corner
How writers won the Gulf War, how to funeralize someone, and
more. Fun and useful discussion on the use of words.
On-Line English Grammar
This site contains a thorough guide to English grammar, including
a grammar clinic, all aimed at adults. Good for quick reference
on fine points.
Richard Lederer's Verbivore
This is a great source of fun for anyone who likes playing with --
or learning more about -- words of all kinds.
Punctuation Made Simple
Queasy when trying to use apostrophes, colons, or dashes? This
quick guide has the answers.
Roget's Thesaurus Search Form
The name says it all.
Strunk and White
Anyone who remembers the handbook Elements of Style from their
high school or college days will find this a handy reference.
"White" is E.B. White of Charlotte's Web fame.
