Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
A slew of must-read books for writers
Content creators and other professional communicators, comb through these tomes to learn something, get inspired and hone your storytelling.
Posts Tagged ‘Writing and Editing’
Ragan Insider Michael Moser
The case for ruthless editing
Less is more, especially if a hard word count forces a writer to pare down prose and fortify the language.
Ragan Insider Vicky Zeldin
4 tips for better proofreading
Take advantage of editing apps, try reading backward, and review one discrete aspect of your text at a time.
Ragan Insider Brendan Gannon
Infographic: 44 words and phrases that are killing your message
It is crucial to be concise when crafting content. Tighten your copy by saying ‘goodbye’ to these overused and unnecessary expressions.
Ragan Insider Christopher Hutchens
5 writing tips for marketers
Your words matter, but so do things like white space and formatting. Follow these guidelines to engage your audience, cultivate consumers’ trust and inspire your readers to act.
Ragan Insider Laura Hale Brockway
5 warning signs of a lazy writer
When the words don’t seem to flow, writers can sometimes fall back on bad habits. Avoid these telltale signs of uninventive writing.
Ragan Insider Ali Hale
6 ways artificial intelligence is transforming writing
From translation services to automatic editing and checking for plagiarism, AI is poised to profoundly upend the entire process of content creation. Here’s what to expect.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Timeless communication lessons from the Declaration of Independence
The document that cast the vision for our nation 242 years ago has plenty to teach communicators today about eloquence, passion, persuasion and style.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
Infographic: How to make money by writing and editing
PR pros and corporate communicators have invested heavily in these skill sets. Here are some additional ways your expertise could earn you bigger paydays.
Ragan Insider James Daily
What to know about outsourcing your content creation
Good copywriters can help you spread the word about your organization. Here’s what to look for and how to find them.
Ragan Insider Jacqueline F. Strayer
Beyond the kitchen: Communication lessons from Anthony Bourdain
In work and in life, the celebrity chef and author transcended cultures, countries and careers. Here are takeaways from his culinary adventures, his social stances and his vivid storytelling.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Timeless communication lessons from the Declaration of Independence
The document that cast the vision for our nation more than 240 years ago has plenty to teach communicators today about eloquence, passion, persuasion and style.
