How to Write Good (English Grammar, Spelling and Format Aid)
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Last published Tue, Mar 3, 2026
(Rude version) Y'all suck at writing, so I had decided to do my best to help you nerds.
(Nice version) I've noticed many authors struggle with writing in English, whether it be grammar, spelling, or format. English is a difficult language, and that's coming from a native speaker, so I wanted to help anyone I could with some of the basics. There's no shame in needing a bit of help, and I'm looking half of this stuff up myself, but I wanted to give free and easy access to a learning tool in a format (and on a site) where the authors who need it can reach it with ease. So if you struggle with English, if it's not your first language, if you just want some writing tips, or if you're anywhere in-between, "How to Write Good" is meant for you! I swear a bit, but I think it helps you keep reading a boring topic a bit more when the author also hates how boring it is.
I'll probably never mark this as complete, because there's always something new to learn.
RANKINGS:
#1 in format (September 8th, 2024)
#1 in englishgrammar (August 10, 2024)
#10 in spelling (September 1st, 2024)
#40 in tutor (August 23rd, 2024)
#47 in education (September 8, 2024)
And one for the history books:
#69 in education (hehe) (August 15, 2024)
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