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Martha Beth Lewis U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Rating N/A (Expert Not Accept Rating) Total Questions 256	I will answer questions having to do with grammar, plurals, punctuation, capitalization, mood, person, tense, and so on, as well as word usage and word choice. If you want a quick answer to a specific question, particularly if you wish to use formal American English for business or academic purposes (MLA), I can give you a timely response. I also can address word choice, clarity, structure, and similar concerns involving English as a second language. If you want advice of a deeper editorial nature (e.g., substantive [line] editing), please consult an Expert who offers this sort of assistance.
Jerry Leone U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.92 Clarity of Response 9.90 Timeliness 9.94 Politeness 9.96 Total Questions 4897	I`ve taught writing or some aspect of the English language for nearly 35 years. I can answer nearly any question on grammar, usage or meanings of words above dictionary usage. An avid crossword fan and writer, I can also answer questions about business presentations and resumes.
Ted Nesbitt U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.0 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 3499	I am the bibliographic instruction and reference librarian at a public college. Some members of the English department recommend me to their students. I offer assistance in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and paragraph development. My master`s thesis concerns William Faulkner`s tragic novels. I formerly taught advanced placement English at two schools in the Philadelphia area.
Dawn Goldberg U.S. On Vacation returns 12/07/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.96 Clarity of Response 9.96 Timeliness 9.87 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 331	Ms. Goldberg believes in writing well, no matter for what kind of writing. That passion is what led her to create WriteWellU, which offers programs at all different writing levels. Whether writing web copy, advertisements, fiction, or grant proposals, good, powerful writing gets the message across to the readers. In all manners of writing, Ms. Goldberg can answer questions on sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, writing content, vocabulary and spelling. She can also address questions which are more subjective, handling questions on developing a writing style, developing content, creating a writing life and adding more impact to writing. She can also offer guidance on how to move through the writing process effectively, addressing issues such as how to get past writer’s block and how to develop a writing idea into finished text. Ms. Goldberg cannot answer questions regarding copyrighted text and/or materials.
Anne Benington U.S. On Vacation returns 12/04/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.96 Clarity of Response 9.96 Timeliness 9.97 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 1811	I can answer questions about English grammar, style, usage. I can also help a writer assess the development of an essay, its unity, concrete support of topics, introductions and conclusions. In addition, I can discuss "writing the research paper" in all aspects of its development. Finally, I can assist in development of creative writing assignments. I will not totally proofread and correct a paper, but I will point out areas of concern and ways a writer can discover weaknesses and how to correct them.
WordChannel U.S. Maxed Out View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.98 Clarity of Response 9.98 Timeliness 9.98 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 765	I am a professional writer, editor, and proofreader with 23 years' experience. My specialty is copyediting and proofreading manuscripts. I am extremely detail-oriented. I use AP, AMA, and Chicago Style, among others. I provide crystal-clear, clean grammar; and strict attention to style, consistency, flow, logic, accuracy, and spelling. If I am away or maxed out, you may always contact me here, and I will respond within or before 24 hours: WRITING HELP NOW!

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2009-11-19 proofreading:

Dear Oppo: Question: 1. Why are some movies more interesting than others? I think some movies are more interesting than others because those movies are made by big, prominent film companies

2009-11-19 Grammar:

Dear Aruna: He cannot spell properly. He cannot properly spell. *** Although both sentences are acceptable and are grammatically correct, the first sentence is not good, because it is confusing

2009-11-19 grammar question:

Glen: The word "wealthy" usually means "rich" or "having a lot of money." In this particular sentence, the author means that he feels "rich," NOT because he has money, but because he is blessed with

2009-11-18 error:

Dear Abriel: Sentence B is wrong. "Clint never balanced his checkbook" is one independent clause. The second independent clause is "every year or so he would close his account and open a new one at

2009-11-18 grammar question:

Dear Glen: It's good to hear from you again. Can you use the word "wealthy" in the following context and if yes, what is the exact definition of it? "Even though I am poor I feel wealthy because