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‘Only’ for the Grammar Geeks

By monnibo | Published: January 10, 2011

I found this neat bit of grammar trivia when I was cleaning up some editing handouts I got during the SFU Writing & Publishing Program. I thought it was neat (because I am a grammar geek) and I think learning is fun. Yes, I’m a big nerd — and kinda proud of it! It’s actually interesting if you have any desire to learn more about the English language. The position of only in standard spoken English is not fixed; stress and intonation provide all the clarification needed. In edited prose, only tends to be placed immediate before (sometimes after) the Continue Reading »

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Quotes on Editors

By monnibo | Published: June 20, 2010

I haven’t been blogging much because… well a number of reasons. One of which is that I am in my final course for the SFU Writing & Publishing Program. I am in a certificate program for editing. While looking through some notes to complete my project, I came across a print out one of my instructors shared. I thought it would be appropriate to share it here. A good editor will pick every nit. No use accusing them of nit-picking. It’s their job. — Margaret Atwood What kind of person makes a good editor? When hiring new staff, I look Continue Reading »

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FreelanceCamp Vancouver

By monnibo | Published: June 11, 2010
Freelance Camp Vancouver

A few weekends ago I attended the first ever FreelanceCamp Vancouver at The Network Hub downtown. This was very well-spent $10 admission, but with an unconference style only some of the talks appealed to me. The first talk I attended was The Importance of Proper Branding for Small Businesses by Kevin Simcock from 1000Watts. This really hit home with me as it seems every freelance client I design logos or business cards for needs to be taught about proper business branding. Kevin reminded us that every interaction speaks about your brand. With all of your products (logo, business card, website) Continue Reading »

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