As mundane as the topic of punctuation might seem, at some point in our lives we will have to write a piece of literature. As a result, we will need to understand the basics of punctuation and how best to use them. The semicolon is one of those forms of punctuation that most people try to avoid. This is usually because they don't know how and when it should be most appropriately used. The below blog will provide you with the three basic ways that semicolons are used. I encourage you (especially those of you in or thinking about working in the field of public relations) to embrace them on your journey to becoming a better writer.

The comma is one of the hardest working forms of punctuation. It does not matter the type of piece that is being written; whether press releases, scripts or speeches, commas are an integral part of written language. In part 2 of the series on the Perils of Punctuation, I invite you to review some more uses for the comma.

Unfortunately, being a junior in the area of business writing, I am guilty of not being an expert in the area of punctuation. I know of course that I am not alone:).

The Diabetes Today Magazine Summer Edition 2011 has been generating a great buzz. The magazine now in its fourth year features on the cover a pretty little girl called Nia and yes, she has diabetes. Her story is a touching one because in her 4-year-old innocence she declares that she doesn’t want to be diabetic anymore.

Arturo Tappin is indeed one of my favourite artists. We blogged earlier about Rihanna during the frenzy of her LOUD concert here in Barbados and of course you understand...

Having spent the better part of my Saturday developing my professional skills learning the intricacies of websites and networking; in one more week (if I pass the test) I will be a CIW (Certified Internet Web Professional) Site Development Associate. This means I will be competent in building basic websites.