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The title of this article contains a bit of an untruth – every punctuation rule is an important one. Punctuation allows for the creation of clear, concise and compelling writing, which is the key to a successful piece of copy. Without punctuation, we couldn’t separate the independent from the … [Read more...] about The Most Important Punctuation Rules
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Writing is hard. Sometimes, writing is almost impossible. It can be frustrating and nerve-racking and downright scary. A solitary pursuit, writing often equates to long hours in front of a computer screen, pounding on the keys, critiquing and criticising yourself as you go. So, why not give … [Read more...] about The Best Ever Tools for Writers
Anyone that knows me knows that I am a self-confessed history buff. I love nothing more than soaking up the tales of time gone by, losing myself in romantic notions of kings and knights and damsels in distress, immersing myself in the lives of the Medici family, Da Vinci, Leonardo, Botticelli. It … [Read more...] about 7 Lessons from David Ogilvy on Writing
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