Author Blog

We all know that titles should be capitalized, but what words, exactly, do you capitalize in title case? Here are a few tips to get it right.

Capitalization can be tricky. Read on to find out the general rules for when to capitalize, along with exceptions and specific examples.

Comma usage can be tricky. Here are some basic tips to resolve comma dilemmas that sometimes have us scratching our heads.

Knowing when to capitalize “mom” and “dad” can be confusing. Here are some easy tips to get it right!

In another post, we explained that in American English, we use em dashes, not en dashes to set off parentheticals and to show sudden breaks. So when is it correct to use an en dash in American English?

We’ve seen ellipses formatted a variety of ways in ebooks. But what is correct and more visually appealing to readers?

Punctuation usually goes inside quotation marks, especially in dialogue, but that is not always the case with other usage. Deciding where to put punctuation with quotation marks is simple if you follow a few rules.

We see authors using a variety of single and double quotation marks in text, especially in dialog. Which way is the “right” way to do it? When should a double quotation mark be used versus a single quotation mark?

Improper em dash formation screams inexperience, but em dashes are simple to make, and all authors can become an expert in a few minutes. Understand not only how to form em dashes, but also the difference between American and British usage. Start looking like a pro!