How can you make a piece of writing inspiring and hopeful? How about serious? One way is with your tone. Let’s take a look at just what tone is, as well as different examples of how you can hit the right tone in writing.
Style and Tone
Know Your Audience Before You Write
Do you always get to know your audience before you start writing? Use our tips to know your audience, and the best way to address them, before you put pen to paper (or your fingers to the keyboard)!
Writing in Third Person
Writing in third person has many benefits! It is the most common style used in creative works like novels and short stories. Read on to find out why!
Writing in Second Person Narrative
The second person narrative is used in songs and poetry, but it also shines in business and technical writing. Learn how to identify and use this narrative!
First Person Writing
First person writing brings readers into the character’s world. Learn more about how to identify first person writing, and the kinds of pieces that use it.
6 Ways to Improve the Use of Effective Word Choice in Writing
Why does word choice in writing matter? How can you improve your diction in writing? Find out as we discuss how to improve your writing through word choice.
How to Show, Don’t Tell in Your Writing
Show don’t tell? What does it mean, and how can you incorporate it into your writing? Find out as we discuss 6 tips to improve your story telling skills.
When to Use a Semicolon
Colons, semicolons, and commas…oh my! Because using these punctuation marks can be complicated, our guide has the top 3 rules for when to use a semicolon.
What Are the Different Styles of Writing You Should Know?
What are the different styles of writing? Check out our latest post to discover the 4 styles that you can use to communicate to your readers.
What Is Parallelism (and Why Should You Care)?
In writing, certain stylistic flourishes distinguish the so-so from the so amazing. Read on to learn about parallelism, and when to use it in your writing.