Christopher

Christopher Kokoski is a writer and course creator. He has written for national organizations and national publications (including a few in peer-reviewed journals), published national training material, ghostwritten screenplays and is the author of the Query Letter Swipe File, the Past Lives novel series, and the standalone novel, Wicker Hollow,

Contractions in Writing [Easy Guide + Templates & Examples]

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Contractions are everywhere in English—they’re those handy little shortcuts like “don’t” for “do not” or “you’re” for “you are.” They make language sound more natural and approachable, which is why we see them often in casual writing, dialogue, and even some professional settings. This guide covers everything you need to know about contractions: the types,

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200 Best Graduation Messages to Write in a New Grad’s Card

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The trick to writing a good graduation card is finding the right mix of heartfelt, hopeful, and maybe a touch of humor. Below are 200 graduation messages—all original, no clichés, and packed with personality. Forget the tired phrases—let’s go with something that’s more you. Short and Sweet Graduation Messages Short and sweet—like the attention span

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