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College Application Essays – Dos and Don’ts

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Lesley QuinnAugust 15, 2017

27 essential dos and don’t for writing college application essays: 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 … Continue reading →

The Hook: That All-Important First Sentence of Your Application Essay

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Lesley QuinnAugust 15, 2017

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 →

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