Difference between words that sound alike

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Snipping or sniping?
Pray or prey?
Desert or dessert?
Knowing the different meanings and variations of words will allow you to properly use them and spell them correctly without worrying that you are making a mistake.
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Top 10 m-apps for English grammar and punctuation

The selection of the best smart phone apps for improving your grammar and punctuation skills
Today’s smart phones offer variety of apps that are more than just silly games or time-wasters. With many of them you can access smart phone apps that will help make you smarter, increase your knowledge and get amazed at the resources available online.

For those trying to learn and master the English language, there are numerous apps that teach correct grammar usage, punctuation, vocabulary, and much more.
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Income opportunities for writers – don’t quit your full time job

 

Some writers like to make writing their own profession while others simply enjoy writing as a hobby. If you want to make money off your writing, but you don’t want to quit your day job, you should consider partaking in some of the following.

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How to write a play?

The dream of becoming a successful playwright can be exciting as you imagine captivated audiences watching your story unfold on stage. However, seeing the dream through from just an idea to a full-fledged production can be a little intimidating for the beginning writer. This beginners guide will help you better understand correct manuscript formatting, how to deal with writers block and where to submit your work as you head out on your playwright journey.

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How to be an effective writer?

Writing is a talent that can be refined with time and practice. However, learning the art of writing is never so easy. It is a challenging task that tests your thinking abilities and knack for expressions. You have to master it with your uncompromising commitment and dedication. Luckily, technology has blessed us with some real support in the form of apps that can help us enhance our potential as a writer.
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Should professional writers be paid for writing online reviews?

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Professional writers are always taking on different projects. Sometimes the projects may be long and detailed, and sometimes they may be easy and short.

As a writer, you need to think long and hard about the content you write and if it’s something you want to be associated with. For example, many writers are offered gigs to write fake reviews for companies. If you’re a writer that was recently asked to do this, the following are a few things you need to consider first.
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How to write an outstanding essay?

How to write an outstanding essay?

Writing an essay is like creating art; how you go about it is usually a very individual thing. Still, there are many tips and tricks that the most successful minds utilise without a second thought – and so should you. It’s strange really, throughout my entire life in education; I cannot recall one single moment when a teacher or lecturer explained essay writing techniques – though they all expected me to be able to do it.
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