Grammar is one of the most important aspects of writing. It can help you define your writing style and how you can adequately express yourself as a writer. However, bad grammar can and will distract from the clarity of your message. In addition, lousy grammar will give a wrong first impression of your writing.

I have been asked before by some of my students if someone can be a writer even if their grammar is not the best; I have often pondered the same question myself. I have to admit that grammar could be a better subject for me. Does this make me less of a writer? I hope not.

There may be some reasons that you need to become more familiar with grammar rules. For example, English is your second language, and grammar rules may be hard to understand and remember. There are many ways to help you with this situation. No matter what reason you may have, options are available for you.

Arguments over grammar and style are often as fierce as those over IBM versus Mac, and as fruitless as Coke versus Pepsi and boxers versus briefs.

Jack Lynch

Grammar classes: Online or brick-and-mortar classrooms can help you improve your grammar over time.

Hire a pro: You can hire an editor to help you find errors like grammar, typos, and other mistakes; I recommend services like Reedsy.

Grammarly: This is an excellent online tool that can help you fix many errors in your writing. You can use the free version or pay for the deluxe package.

Being a grammar expert will significantly help your writing, but if your skills still need to improve, don’t let that hinder reaching your dreams of becoming a writer; study and practice. The more you do it, the better you will become. Feel free to use external resources like a friend or a hired editor. A pair of extra eyes can help you find many mistakes.

Ultimately, you will become a better writer and expertly craft your story.