Comments on: Book Spelling Software © - Does it Really Work?

By: Wendy A

Wendy A — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:12:59 +0000

I use Word from Microsoft Office Student and Teacher Edition 2003. I use the grammar setting as well as the spelling setting and I find it spots the difference between "your" and "you're". Mind you I use this whilst on line and find that I get a let of help from Microsoft on-line. It might also help if you set the spell checker for UK English and not for USA English = of course that will depend on where you are writing your novel.
I believe there is some interaction between the spell checker and the grammar checker. This may simply be because of the way I have set it up. Good luck. Reading it is always a good idea.
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By: angelina123

angelina123 — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:10:59 +0000

Use a proof reader as they will find errors you miss. But there are many software programs to use with Word that will spell check and grammar check. It doesn't hurt to use both and it will cover more bases than just using one or none. Google software for writers and read reviews by other writers who have nothing to gain monetarily by recommending a certain brand. Good luck with the book.
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By: Heinz M

Heinz M — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:08:59 +0000

Use Word.
If you have problems deciding between your and you're, there is NO grammar checker that will help you.
You have to reread and check things or have someone else do it.
I do copy proofing for my brother all the time.
It is easier for someone who DIDN'T write it.
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By: deliriumslibrarian

deliriumslibrarian — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:06:59 +0000

The best software is your eyes and brain, and then those of a friend who is very, very attentive or a professional editor. There are some grammar programs, but they are designed for English learners rather than fluent writers, and are very time-consuming. Keep writing and editing as you are — people power will always win out over machine error.
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I've written a couple books, and edited several more.

By: Shane H

Shane H — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:04:59 +0000

openoffice.org
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By: Anna Hennings

Anna Hennings — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:02:20 +0000

What is the best software to use when writing a book, with excellent spell check etc.?
I've written a young adult fiction novel and am now editing for errors. What I've found is that my spell check does not correct the tenses of words such as your and you're. Can anyone sugest the best software out there that will help me in my plight. I find that when I type my thoughts move quicker than my fingers and stopping to check the spelling of a word breaks my flow. It's very frustrateing.