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    by Indira at 06:12 on 22 December 2009
    Does anyone have any input on the conventions regarding single versus double quotation marks? I almost suspect this came up once before and but I can't find the post, I am afraid.

    Also - suggestions for a grammar and punctuation guide would be much appreciated.

    Thank you

    Indira
  • Re: quotation marks
    by EmmaD at 09:39 on 22 December 2009
    Single in the UK, double in the US. Whichever you're doing, you do the other for 'quote within a quote'

    Penguin Guide to Punctuation is fantastically clear, and good on US/UK differences.

    Oxford Everyday Grammar is very clear and good, but drives me nuts by not having an index. David Crystal's Reintroducing Grammar is just as good, a bit more comprehensive, does have an index, but isn't quite so crystal clear with the explanations.

    Emma
  • Re: quotation marks
    by Indira at 11:20 on 22 December 2009
    Thank you, Emma. Big help.

    best regards of the season to you and others on the forum
    and all good wishes for a joyful new year,

    Indira