A blog on the idiosyncrasies of today’s fast-moving, social-media-driven language managed by 20-year-plus public relations writer Joseph Priest. l write “e-mail” with a hyphen, detest the word “issue,” and abbreviate “microphone” as “mike.” Got a language question? Bring it on.
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A Quiet Year for AP Stylebook Updates
Here’s a rundown of this year’s biggest updates for the stylebook that guides most marketing, journalism and public relations pros.
PR Pros, Get Your 2020 AP Stylebook Updates!
“Black” is now capitalized. “Older people” is preferred over “elderly people.” And “climate change” is preferred over “global warming.” Get the scoop on the AP Stylebook’s 2020 edition updates.
Watch Out for This Shortcut
Using abbreviations can be tempting, but their use can quickly introduce problems with clarity. Here are some guidelines to help.
2019 AP Stylebook Updates to Know
Straight from the annual conference of the Society for Editing, the editors of Associated Press Stylebook announce their latest updates.