Writing

Writing Resources

The Big Essay--Help with the college application essay.

The Color Code System--This is a set of materials you can purchase and download to help you write better essays.

Creative Writing Resources on Lifetips.com--Resources to help with creative writing.

Easy Essay--Tool for planning your essay points.

eslwriting.org--Teaching ESL students how to become better writers.

Essay Punch--Online tutorial that walks the user through the steps of writing an essay.

Explore Writing--How to write almost anything.

Four Paragraph Essay--An example with explanation.

How to Write an Essay--Includes examples of good and bad writing.

How to Write an Essay--A logical approach.

InkProvoking--A new creative writing prompt every day.

Language Foundry--Creative writing advice.

MGuidelines for Presentation of Papers--Focusing on literary essays (essays about a book or other piece of literature), it includes tips on using quotations and citing sources, as well as information about comparison/contrast essays.

The Nuts and Bolts of College Writing--Detailed and comprehensive guide to college writing.

Paradigm On-Line Writing Assistant--In addition to general writing tips, it includes guidelines for several specific types of essays such as exploratory essays and argumentative essays.

Paragraph Pal--Interactive help for grammar and writing.

Paragraph Punch--Online tutorial that walks the user through the steps of writing a paragraph.

Purdue University On-Line Writing Lab--Use the Handouts section to find information on writing.

Structure of the Five-Paragraph Essay--A colorful and organized guide.

WordCalc--Counts the words.

Wordstorm--a visual brainstorming tool to help with getting started.

Write It Now--Download software to help with writing novels, for free. This is not useful for essay writing particularly, but if you are interested in writing longer, more story-based works, this software might be worth looking at.

The Writers Block Online--Tips on writing and grammar.

Writing.com--Resource for creative writers.

Writing a Critique of a Novel--Quick and informal list of questions to think about when analyzing literature.

Writing Den--Includes information about writing different types of essays, including Definition, Classification, Description, Compare and Contrast, Sequence, Choice, Explanation, and Evaluation.

Grammar Resources

The Basic Cozy English Grammar Course--A light-hearted, whimsical approach to learning basic English grammar. This site does not provide free content; the course is a video for sale.

The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation--Jane Straus' reference guide and workbook, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation, is now available as an online resource. This site includes grammar exercises with answers as well as a grammar guide.

Common Errors in English--Learn the common errors so you can avoid them.

Daily Grammar--Have daily grammar lessons sent via email.

Dr. Grammar - Your Rx for Writing Ills--Lots of links about grammar, including an ESL section.

English Club English Grammar--Specifically for ESL students.

English Grammar--Grammar lessons, exercises, and rules for everyday use

Good Grammar, Good Style--Over 100 pages of useful articles and frequently asked questions.

Grammar Bytes!--Handouts, rules, terms, and interactive exercises.

The Grammar and Punctuation Glossary--Definitions of important terms.

Grammar Gorillas--Fun grammar game for kids.

Grammar Grabbers--Grammar tips presented with humor. WARNING--Audio plays automatically when page loads.

GrammarNOW!--Ask your question and get a free answer. Questions can relate to grammar, composition, editing, or proofreading.

Grammar Quiz--Tests your grasp of punctuation, common verb and pronoun errors, sentence structure, and usage.

Guide to Grammar and Style--Grammatical rules and explanations, comments on style, and suggestions on usage.

Guide to Grammar and Writing--Grammatical information, quizzes, and a place to ask questions.

Learn English as a Second Language--Learn English grammar, vocabulary, verbs and speaking with ESL games, an English newsletter, and more.

Paragraph Pal--Interactive help for grammar and writing.

The Tongue Untied--Introduction to grammar.

WebGrammar's Free Tips--Grammar tips, style guides, and other writing resources.

Tutoring/Editing

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10pens--Free essay editing with an option to receive advice for a fee from more highly rated reviewers.

Advanced Writing Resources--A homeschool writing course available to purchase.

Cambridge Essay Service--Editing and help with college application essays; this company charges a fee for their service.

Editor Software--Download this software for free to try it before buying. StyleWriter runs from within Word and other leading word processors to show you how to edit every sentence.

Elite Editing--Editing for a fee.

English Trackers--Editing for a fee.

Essay Edge--Editing and help with college application essays; this company charges a fee for their service, but they do answer questions for free. Use coupon #1010452610 to save $5.

Essay Judge--Peer review for your essays.

Essaysmith--Editing for a fee.

GrammarNOW!--Ask your question and get a free answer. Questions can relate to grammar, composition, editing, or proofreading.

Homework Help--Offering 24/7 expert academic homework help. This company charges a fee for their service.

inWrite--Editing for a fee.

Ivy League Proofreaders--Editing for a fee.

Papercheck--Paper editing and proofreading, for a fee.

Proofreading.com--Paper editing and proofreading, for a fee.

Proofread My Stuff--Editing for a fee.

Scribendi Editorial Services--Offering a wide range of services, including translation, for a fee.

Study Help--Get help with your SPECIFIC homework questions. You won't get the answers, but you will get help in finding the answers.

Supaproofread.com--Paper editing and proofreading, for a fee.

With Honors--Two Harvard Honors graduates provide essay editing services, including help with application essays, for a fee.

Words of Value--Making every word count. Editing for a fee.

Words Worth Reading--Editing for a fee.

Your Perfect English--English proofreading for ESL students.

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