How do I Write a Deferral Letter?
Your #1 choice deferred your application to regular decision… What to do? 1. Try not to despair. No, this isn’t what you were hoping for, but you weren’t denied. The school wants to take a second look and/or needs more … Continue reading →
Writing Dialogue
I generally love reading dialogue, and I also love writing dialogue. The trick to making it sound real and not contrived, I’ve found, is to mess it up. People don’t come to the end of a perfectly composed sentence with … Continue reading →
College Application Essays – Dos and Don’ts
1. Do… start early enough to allow for: Inspiration and introspection Revision (Most essays of 500-650 words require about four drafts) Feedback and valuable suggestions from family, teachers, mentors, coach Polishing and fine-tuning 2. Do… try to relax. Writing personal … Continue reading →
The Hook: That All-Important First Sentence of Your Application Essay
What is a ‘hook’? More than just a first sentence, a hook is a grabby opener meant to pull your reader directly into the world of your story. An audience immediately engaged will race forward to find out what happens … Continue reading →