Alan Gelb
A guide to crafting a meaningful and polished college admissions essay that gets students into the school of their dreams by expressing their unique personality, strengths, and goals.,Stand out from the crowd with a memorable, , meaningful personal statement that will capture , the attention of college admissions officers., Â , Writing a college admissions essay is no easy taskâ€”but with college essay coach and ,New York Times, contributor Alan Gelbâ€™s accessible and encouraging step-by-step instructions, youâ€™ll be able to write an honest, one-of-a-kind essay that really shines., Gelbâ€™s ten-step approach has garnered great results for the students who have tried it, many of whom were accepted into their dream schools (Harvard, Brown, Yale, and more). This to-the-point handbook shows you how to identify an engaging essay topic, and then teaches you how to use creative writing techniques to craft a narrative that expresses your unique personality, strengths, and goals. Whether youâ€™re an A-student looking for an extra boost or a less-confident writer who needs more intensive help, Gelbâ€™s reassuring and concise guidance will help you every step of the way, from your initial draft to final revision. In the end, you will have a well-polished, powerful, and profound personal statement that you can feel proud ofâ€”a college essay that doesnâ€™t feel â€œpre-fab,â€ but is a real reflection of your own individuality.Â 
Nonfiction,Education,Self Help,Writing,Essays
Conquering the College Admissions Essay in 10 Steps: Crafting a Winning Personal Statement