Writing Tip #2 - Comma Crazy
THIS JUST IN! Before we get to talking about commas, we wanted you to know: Your awesome and friendly Asheville librarians will now be offering face-to-face help with your academic writing! Summer Hours - by appointment M-TH - 3:00-9:00PM Fall Writing Help hours coming soon. Allison Etzel Sarah Reeves allison.etzel@lr.edu sarah.reeves@lr.edu 828.407.4259 828.407.4271 www.azquotes.com Commas ( , ) are an essential part of writing. However, they can also make your writing confusing to read when used excessively and improperly. On the flip side of that equation, under-using a comma will also confuse your reader. Oh, the agony! One common mistake people make when it comes to using commas is placing them in your writing every time you would take a pause when speaking. Yes, you typically do take a pause when reading when you come across a comma. However, a pause in the flow of s