Mignon Fogarty

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Mignon Fogarty is the founder of Quick and Dirty Tips and is known online for her Grammar Girl website, podcast, and games. She is also the author of the New York Times best-seller Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing. She hates the phrase "grammar nazi" and loves the word "kerfuffle."

What's the Difference Between i.e. & e.g.?

What they mean and how to remember the difference.... READ ON

'Which' Versus 'That'

If you're confused about 'that' versus 'which,' don't feel bad. It's one of the most common topics people ask me about.... READ ON

Is It 'Donut' or 'Doughnut'?

Did Dunkin Donuts single-handedly foster the accepted alternative spelling of 'doughnut'?... READ ON

Where Did the @ Symbol Come From?

Why does it look like a snail?... READ ON

The Top 10 Grammar Myths

Before you argue with me, read the whole explanation about why each of these is a myth.... READ ON

What's the Difference Between Biweekly and Semiweekly?

Mignon Fogarty is the founder of Quick and Dirty Tips and is known for her Grammar Girl website, podcast, and games.... READ ON

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