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Conquering the College Admissions Essay in 10 Steps: Crafting a Winning Personal Statement

Product DescriptionWriting a memorable personal statement can seem like an overwhelming project for a young college applicant, but college essay coach Alan Gelb’s holistic strategy and reassuring voice takes out the intimidation factor. Students will identify an engaging topic and … Continue reading

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Patterns for College Writing with 2009 MLA Update: A Rhetorical Reader and Guide

Product DescriptionClick here to find out more about the 2009 MLA updates. Laurie Kirszner and Stephen Mandell, best-selling authors and experienced teachers, know what works in the classroom. They have a knack for picking just the right readings. In Patterns for … Continue reading

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Real Essays with Readings with 2009 MLA Update: Writing Projects for College, Work, and Everyday Life

Product DescriptionReal Essays with Readings is the essay-level book in Susan Anker’s highly successful series of writing texts that motivate students with their message that writing is an essential skill in college and in real life — and that this … Continue reading

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Quick Facts: College Essay Writing

For college students, College Essay Writing is a requirement. Writing a college essay differs according to the topic, length, style and format. A student who would just enter in college world is also required to have a college essay writing … Continue reading

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50 Successful Harvard Application Essays, Second Edition: What Worked for Them Can Help You Get into the College of Your Choice

Product DescriptionYou’ve been told a million times how selective and random the college process is, how the personal essay is your one chance to speak directly to admissions officers and sway them in your favor.  You have to be entertaining, persuasive, … Continue reading

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Trigger off the Preparation for Your College Writing Right Away

“By the time students graduate high school, they should be able to produce more than disorganized self-expression or Internet chat,” said Marilyn Whirry, former national teacher of the year and a member of the board that oversees the national assessment. … Continue reading

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