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Lessons in paragraph building

Here are links to two articles by Stephen V. Armstrong and Timothy P. Terrell on “the art and architecture of paragraphs,” published in the two most recent issues of Perspectives:

• Part I: Focus
• Part II: Flow

Whether you’re a novice legal writer needing sound advice or a veteran needing a refresher, these articles are worthwhile.

Hyphens and dashes made simple by the Comma Queen

What’s the difference between a hyphen, an en-dash, and an em-dash? And when should each be used? Mary Norris, a.k.a. the Comma Queen, answers these questions.