What is a good reference book on English grammar and punctuation?

jjwims

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Specifically for writing fiction. I don't need any exercises, just good examples and explanations. I keep getting taught conflicting rules by some of my professors, so I don't know what's right anymore. Having a reference to go to would be a Godsend when writing.

I've run across The Elements of Style, Hodges' Harbrace Handbook, and English Composition and Grammar: Complete Course. The problem is I don't know which one would best suit my needs (all of the sound great). Can anyone help me narrow my search down?
 
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