by David
on June 14, 2014
in Uncategorized
- Eliminate sentences containing acronyms ASAP.
- The use of foreign language in an English language document is generally considered to be a faux pas.
- Don’t never use a double negative.
- To split an infinitive is to quickly confuse the reader.
- “Always use your own words”, as my grandmother used to say.
- Always avoid any alliteration.
- A poorly used simile will be received like a clown at a funeral.
- Never make an exception unless it is really needed.
- Mixing prose and poetry is a no-go; It devalues your text, and ruins the flow.
- The use of biblical quotes may offend some readers, so don’t risk it. So let it be written, so let it be done.
- Lists should contain a maximum of ten points.
- Advertising has no place in serious writing. An excellent website with a no-advertising policy can be found at www.globalmusiciansfishpond.com
