Word to the Wise

ebook Untangling the Mix-ups, Misuse and Myths of Language

By Mark Broatch

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Even the best wordsmiths can trip over words that are commonly misused, mixed up or misspelled. This useful reference gets to the bottom of these language issues so that you can ensure you've got the word you're looking for. With examples of how to sharpen up text and improve your writing, lists of useful social media abbreviations and a discussion of unusual plurals, this playful look at the often bizarre English language has got you covered, whether you're writing a book, blog or an email.

Word to the Wise