Do you know a dangling modifier when you see it?
And do you know what to say when someone asks, “So, what’s the difference between a dangling modifier and misplaced modifier?”
Once you read this post and look over its 11 examples of dangling modifiers, you will.
From henceforth, you’ll be the one to ask tricky grammar questions like this.
And even if you don’t want a reputation as a grammar nerd, knowing how to spot and fix modifier errors will make you a better writer.
Maybe you’re here wondering which came first — headings in books or headings in shorter pieces like articles, essays, and blog posts.
Aside from school textbooks, you wonder if headings in books are even necessary.
Or you wonder how to make them work for you.
So, do the same rules apply?
And how do headings help the reader?
And how do you craft headings that will make your book harder to put down?
Let’s find out.
(Side note: If you want the peace of mind that you’re publishing with good grammar and punctuation, then check out the free Grammarly proofreading tool.)
You’ve read enough stories to know how compelling tragic heroes can be.
And you have ideas for one of your own.
You just need to know what traits will make them irresistible to your readers.
Welcome to the ultimate guide to tragic hero characteristics.
From Aristotle’s tragic hero to your newest character inspiration, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the universal (or generally agreed upon) traits of a tragic hero.
Let’s dive in!
Stumped about what to write today?
You’re in good company.
There’s no shame in admitting that, either.
Even the best writers have days when they could use a little help.
Whether you’re journaling or brainstorming ideas for a new story, book, or blog post, a writing prompts app could change everything.
And after looking through the list below, you’ll have a better idea of which prompt app will help you the most.
Read on to find a new favorite.
You know where your characters live and the places they visit in your story.
You can picture the places clearly.
But how do your readers know whether your main character lives in a village, town or city?
And how do you make sure they see your setting as clearly as you do?
What is the population of a village, anyway?
Or, in a village vs. town question, how do you distinguish the two?
The best, most enjoyable writing is clear, simple, and elegant.
But when one of your modifiers is misplaced, clarity goes out the window. And so does the reader’s enjoyment.
But do you know how to spot a modifier error — and how to fix it when you see it?
Once you read our 11 examples of dangling and misplaced modifiers, you will.
Mood and tone are essential elements of any written work.
Both come from the author’s mind but are also influenced by the reader’s.
Both factor into a reader’s experience. Both make a story more affecting and memorable.
But what is the difference between mood and tone?
Generally speaking, one is used to create the other.
But we’re going beyond that to show examples of both tone and mood in context.
The goal here is to help you make the most of both.