How-To Writing Guides
Clear, practical guides for every writing task — from filling out a check to delivering a eulogy. Each guide includes step-by-step instructions, real examples, and expert tips.
How to Write a Check
Learn how to write a check correctly in 6 easy steps. Avoid common mistakes with our examples for any dollar amount.
Read guide →How to Address an Envelope
Step-by-step guide to addressing personal and business envelopes correctly, including ATTN lines, apartment numbers, and international mail.
Read guide →How to Write a Cover Letter
Write a compelling cover letter with our paragraph-by-paragraph breakdown. Includes 3 complete examples for entry-level, career change, and experienced applicants.
Read guide →How to Write a Resignation Letter
Write a professional resignation letter that protects your reputation. 3 examples for standard 2-week notice, immediate resignation, and grateful tone.
Read guide →How to Write a Letter of Recommendation
Learn how to write a compelling letter of recommendation for an employee, student, or colleague. Includes 3 complete examples with structure and tone guidance.
Read guide →How to Write a Thank You Note
Heartfelt thank you note examples for every occasion: job interviews, gifts, hospitality, and condolences. Ready-to-use messages you can personalize.
Read guide →How to Write a Eulogy
A compassionate guide to writing and delivering a eulogy. Includes complete example eulogies for a parent, a friend, and a grandparent.
Read guide →How to Write Wedding Vows
Write heartfelt personal wedding vows with our structure guide and 5 complete examples: traditional, funny, emotional, short, and religious.
Read guide →How to Write an Appeal Letter
Write an effective appeal letter for academic dismissal, insurance denials, parking tickets, or HOA violations. 4 complete examples with proven structure.
Read guide →How to Write a Business Email
Master business email etiquette and structure. 5 professional templates for introductions, follow-ups, requests, complaints, and thank you emails.
Read guide →Writing well is a learnable skill
Every guide on LetterCrunch is built around practical application — not theory. Whether you need to address an envelope correctly for the first time or write a wedding vow that sounds like you, you’ll find step-by-step instructions, complete examples, and the specific details that make the difference between getting it right and getting it returned.