| Capitalizing Provides a list of rules and examples. Includes sentences, quotations, proper nouns, names, titles, and scientific nomenclature. - (Read more) http://englishplus.com/grammar/captcont.htm |
| Cliche Finder A searchable database of overused expressions, with a fun feature creating a random list. - (Read more) http://www.westegg.com/cliche/ |
| Common Errors in English An explanation of common English usage errors and how to avoid making them. - (Read more) http://public.wsu.edu/~brians/errors/ |
| Grammar Slammer This help file indexes style and usage, capitalization, abbreviations, punctuation, letter writing, common mistakes and a grammar glossary. - (Read more) http://englishplus.com/grammar/ |
| Guide to Grammar and Writing Features searchable index of grammatical rules, explanations, comments on style, and usage suggestions. - (Read more) http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/ |
| Plain English Campaign Working internationally to try to get public information written in plain English, instead of using gobbledygook, jargon and legalese. Includes examples, with annual awards for the worst offenders. - (Read more) http://www.plainenglish.co.uk/ |
| Plain Language A guide to help writers avoid confusing language and long-windedness. Can be viewed online or downloaded as a PDF. - (Read more) http://www.plainlanguage.gov/ |
| The Elements of Style - William Strunk Principal requirements of plain English style. Focuses on the rules of usage in literature, composition and grammar. - (Read more) http://www.bartleby.com/141/ |
| The Sports Cliche List A searchable collection of cliches used by American teams, fans, coaches and commentators, with humorous comments and sound clips. - (Read more) http://www.sportscliche.com/ |
| WordWizard Learn about word meanings, slang, quotations, insults, and famous authors. - (Read more) http://www.wordwizard.com/ |