Webster's New World Punctuation

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THE PRACTICAL, ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO CORRECT PUNCTUATION

Whether you're writing a business report or a book report, creating an article for a newsletter, writing a note to your child's teacher, a personal letter, or a cover letter, using proper punctuation helps you make your points clearly and make a good impression. This user-friendly reference helps you quickly find the commonly accepted rule for any given situation, and even explains when to make exceptions to the rules.

Webster's New World Punctuation: Simplified and Applied is packed with information and features, including:

An overview of the importance of good punctuation

Clear, concise explanations of difficult rules

Easy-to-understand examples that make applying the rules a snap

Cautions that alert you to common pitfalls

An overview of punctuation in common writing formats, ranging from business letters to e-mails to desktop publishing

Guidelines for citations in more formal writing