These grammar resources can help you with the writing and editing process. Some are available for loan at the Library and the Writing Centre.
- The Little, Brown Compact Handbook
Basic grammar, style and mechanics. Library Reference # PE 1112 A23 2007
Available for loan at the Writing Centre. - The Canadian Writer's Handbook
A very useful tool for ESL students. Includes sample essays.
Also available for loan at the Writing Centre. - Paradigm Online Writing Assistant
Contains several modules on punctuation, structuring sentences and more - The Penguin Handbook. 2nd edition.
An extensive review on grammar and how to get started writing. Also includes a section for ESL students. Available for loan at the Writing Centre - The Heath Guide to Grammar and Usage.
Library Reference # PE1112 .M84 1995 Available for loan at the Writing Centre - Eats, Shoots and Leaves
A fun and enjoyable read on punctuation rules. Library Reference # PE 1450 T75 - The Purdue University Online Writing Lab
A well-organized website with excellent resources for academic writing.
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These grammar resources can help you with the writing and editing process. Some are available for loan at the Library and the Writing Centre.
There are 12 main verb tenses in English and each serves a distinct purpose.
Transitions are used to help sentences, paragraphs, and ideas "flow" together. This allows for ease of reading and comprehension by a reader.
Conjunctive adverbs are commonly used as transitions that help sentences, ideas, and paragraphs flow.
The verb and the subject within a sentence must agree in number. Thus, a singular subject takes a singular verb and a plural subject takes a plural verb.
Repetitious expressions and redundancies are common in speaking and writing. For concision in academic writing, these should be eliminated.
Using single and double quotation marks.
Problematic punctuation marks.
