A few years back I set out to write a comprehensive punctuation book — one that laid out the rules for proper punctuation in every situation imaginable. How naïve I was.

I don’t enjoy studying punctuation nearly as much as researching words, but I appreciate the grave importance of commas, periods, apostrophes and more. I have a T-shirt that says: Let’s… ...

To form the possessive of a noun that ends in S, AP style has separate rules for proper names and generic nouns. For proper names like James, AP says, add an apostrophe only: He borrowed James’ car.

Misuse can lead to confusion, while correct usage enhances clarity. This guide highlights essential rules for using punctuation accurately, helping writers communicate with precision and impact.

Effective written communication is crucial in the digital age. Common punctuation errors can undermine credibility in professional and academic settin ...

Here are the rules: In American English, unlike British English, commas and periods are placed inside closing quotation marks, as in "You don't understand me," she said and He said, "I don't." ...

This series of short films explores the rules of punctuation with former Blue Peter presenter Radzi Chinyangany. The programmes take punctuation out of the classroom and into professional work ...