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The Semicolon Debate: Fiction vs. Nonfiction Writing
This chapter explores the complexities of semicolon usage in writing, questioning traditional advice from authors like Vonnegut. It emphasizes the importance of understanding stylistic differences between fiction and nonfiction to avoid misusing this punctuation in professional settings.
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