Language arts & disciplines / Spelling

Accomodating Brocolli in the Cemetary: Or Why Can't Anybody Spell

by Vivian Cook

"It is a damn poor mind that can think of only one way to spell a word." -- Andrew Jackson

Weird or wierd? Necessary or neccessary? Recomend or recommend? English spelling is fiendish, but that doesn't mean...

Spell Well: Boost your word power and your confidence

by Marion Field

It is true. A well-written letter is taken far more seriously than one using misspelt words. Research shows that people automatically assume you're more intelligent, and they'll take notice of you in a way they...

The Bride of Anguished English

by Richard Lederer

For years wordsmith and punster Richard Lederer has charmed and delighted fans with his bestselling "Anguished English" series. In his funniest book yet, readers will again cherish the author's latest chronicle...

Spellbound: The Surprising Origins and Astonishing Secrets of English Spelling

by James Essinger

Welcome to the illogical, idiosyncratic, outrageous linguistic phenomenon known as the English language. The story of how this ragtag collection of words evolved is a winding tale replete with intriguing accidents...

U Cn Spl Btr:

by Dr. Laurie E Rozakis

"A quixotic stab at improving the nation's literacy. Hey, it can't hurt." --Asbury Park Sunday Press

Did you just end your last memo to your boss "CU L8R?"

Do mysterious voices tell you to use "their" and "there"...