The Essay Process

Personally I don't mind essays. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm definitely not looking forward to a 20 page essay being assigned when I get to university, but short essays don't bother me. The most challenging problem I face when writing an essay is trying to make it sound good. Let me explain, when I read famous peoples essays I try to sound like them when I'm writing, but I guess I get a little carried away because when I get someone to proofread It, sometimes they have no clue what I'm talking about. This is why it's important to share and discuss with your peers, so they can help to proofread it and tell you what needs to go, and what can stay. Often times, you know what your trying to say, but in reality it might not be as simple as you think it is.

I believe that some essays are more successful than others for a number of reasons. Starting with the fact that some people are more experienced in writing. Or it could be because some people just don't bother to get their essay proofread. Another reason could be due to the topic - if you like the topic you are most likely going to be more passionate about it, resulting in a better essay.

When reading the module, it was helpful when they were talking about creating a strong thesis statement, as I find that hard to do so, especially making sure I don't stray off talking about something different.

• Some important tips when writing essays are:

• Come up with all of your main ideas

• Then put it all together

• Make sure that all the points you are making are in relation to the thesis

• Have someone proofread your work, AFTER you have already revised it