Pernickety Kate’s Blog
What is tautology?
Did you mean to repeat yourself? Are you even aware you’ve done it? Discover how to spot tautology - the sneaky form of repetition.
Writing for a short attention span
Non-fiction for a general readership needs to be snappy to keep readers engaged and clearly informed. Discover how to keep your readers’ attention.
When is a typo not a typo?
It’s easy to be complacent about slips that are ‘just typos’. But what if they’re more than that?
How to write dialogue - 3: Character and viewpoint
A guide to natural, believable speech for your characters.
How to write dialogue – 2: Layout
In the second of my 'How to write dialogue' blogs, discover how to set out speech on the page to make things clear for your readers.
How to write dialogue – 1: Punctuation
How to punctuate written speech and dialogue – plenty of examples explained in plain English.
Academic proofreading – what to expect
What I DO and DON’T DO when I proofread your assignments. Find out how Pernickety Kate can help you over the final hurdle.
Are you really ready for proofreading?
Proofreading is the LAST thing you should get done. Here’s what to do before you reach that stage.
Track Changes: an editor’s guide
Being able to track changes you make during revision is useful for any writer, but essential for editors. This beginner's guide introduces the basics of this crucial tool.