When it comes to grammar, everyone has a pet peeve – and it’s not just nerdy nitpicking. Let us know in the comments what yours are
After more than two decades as a subeditor, I know language is alchemy and there’s no exact prescription for good writing. But I also know grammar is central. Meaning can turn on a single word or punctuation mark and a little fine-tuning can prevent ambiguity and inconsistency. Just read this sentence and tell me grammar doesn’t matter:
After being whipped fiercely, the cook boiled the egg.
I dedicate this book to my parents, Martin Amis, and JK Rowling.
I dedicate this book to my parents, Martin Amis and JK Rowling.