Writing resources

Find out how to start using Microsoft Word styles

Find out how to write a great bullet list.

Learn about when to write numbers as numerals, and when to use words.

Find out how to make your writing suit the New Zealand Government style

Make sure your writing is accurate before you publish it

Write about your specialist subject in a way that others will understand.

Clear emails are quicker and easier for your readers to understand and respond to. Here are some tips to help.

If you don’t know when to use contractions, this will help you get started.

Following a writing process will help you to overcome writer’s block and transfer your ideas on to paper.

Many people are confused about how to use commas. This article simplifies the rules.

Find out what affects the cost of editing, and how to keep costs to your budget.

If your work tends to be longwinded or ‘wordy’ these tips will help you fix this problem.

If you’ve been told your writing is longwinded, here are some ways to fix it.

People often confuse editing and proofreading. Find out the differences between them.

Too many acronyms can confuse your readers. Here are some tips to help you.

If you’re not sure what a style guide is, or how to use one, this will help you get started.

If you’re not always sure where and when to use apostrophes, these tips will help you.

Does it take longer than you expect to finish a document? These tips will speed things up.

All documents benefit from editing. Learn about the options and how to decide which is best for you.

Do you want good writing technique to come naturally? Read these tips.

Do you get confused about when to capitalise words? These tips will help you get it right.

Consistency makes your documents easier to read. These tips will help you make your writing consistent.

What is ‘tone’ in writing? This article explains tone and how to get it right for your subject and audience.

You’ll become a better writer if you can recognise active and passive voice. This article will help you get started.

Learn about about how to remove hidden verbs (zombie nouns) and immediately improve your writing.

Have you come across the term ‘plain language’? Read about the benefits of plain language and how to use it in your documents.

Investing time in planning your writing is one of the best ways to improve it. This 10-step approach is quick and easy to use.