Humourous online version of The Word Detective's newspaper column.
Readers write in asking about the use and origins of such words as pipsqueak and fungible.
A large, detailed site dealing with writing and language use, written by a professor of English. This award-winning site, run by an English professor, describes some of the most common mistakes people make in using English. A free online copy of Willian Strunk Junior's famous 'Elements of Style'. Despite being published in 1918, it contains sound advice that is still relevant today, especially for formal writing. Covers general grammar to specifics, including guides for preparing research papers and resumes.