Language and grammar

24 Apr 2019

Do puns have a place in advertising?

To pun or not to pun? That’s the question Jonathan Wilcock’s asking.

A red ballpoint pen lying on a page of writing.
22 Apr 2019

How to cheat your way to error-free content

Sanina Kaur’s guide to tools to help make sure that there aren’t any embarrassing mistakes in your writing.

A collection of dictionaries and thesauruses lined up on a bookshelf.
10 Apr 2019

Is your writing going to be translated?

Claire Burn’s guide what you need to think about if your work’s going to be translated into another language.

A white robot holding an Ipad.
04 Jul 2018

How to write like a bloody person

No-nonsense advice from Andy Nattan on banishing jargon and corpspeak from business writing.

20 Jun 2018

Are you getting these 19 common expressions wrong?

Sarah Townsend’s rundown of frequently made word blunders and mix-ups.

A man walking past a bright orange wall with Good painted on it in huge letters.
07 Mar 2018

How to tell if your copy is any good

Is your copy going to hit the mark? Use Anna Gunning’s checklist to find out.

clear water
26 Feb 2018

Want to be a better copywriter? Stop being precious about your work

Felicity Wild on how to stop yourself from sliding into copywriting lingo.

28 Apr 2017

The ‘Oxford comma’ needs thought, care, and a sober approach

Is the Oxford comma an essential part of clear communication – or an unnecessary appendage cluttering your sentences?

Become a member

Join ProCopywriters

Connect with peers, develop your skills and extend your reach on our blog.

Become a member
Learn online

Online workshops

Every month we get an expert, an author or a professional trainer to deliver a one-hour presentation on copywriting, marketing or digital media.

Browse events
Menu