We know the feeling. You’ve been writing so long that you just can’t write any more. The harder you try to think of ideas, the harder it is to come up with one. You’re experiencing writer’s block.  To make sure you avoid these ruts, it’s important to take regular breaks. It helps keep your mind […]

When writing a paper, it’s important to properly structure your time. Many great writers set aside specific periods to write, interspersed with some breaks. You might be thinking, “Take breaks? I like to charge through my paper and just get it out of the way. I don’t want to extend the process if I don’t […]

A Level results day can be a rollercoaster of emotions, with those having gained their place at university overjoyed, and those who missed the cut, even if just by a mark or two, gutted and worried about what the next years will entail. But how do you survive the clearing process if you have to […]

You’ve probably heard your teachers warn against plagiarism a hundred times. You know you’re not supposed to cut and paste off the Internet and you know to stay away from shady online paper mills offering essays of questionable quality and often expecting to be paid, no less. These are the more obvious plagiarism scenarios, but […]

Let’s talk about study groups: they inspire both love and fear in the same breath. Study groups are a great way to deal with confusing concepts, share project work, and create an academic support system. However, being in one also means running the risk of seeing personalities clash and having unequal work contribution. Why should […]

Book reports are just one of those assignments that do not go away – you might complete your first one in fourth grade, and your last one in college! This means that book reports are important to master, so use the tips below as you begin to craft an excellent one. 1.     Read […]

So you’re researching your paper topic, and you’ve found a great webpage that you’d like to use for your assignment. That’s great, but there are a few things you should consider before committing to including a webpage in your reference list. Websites and webpages are quick and easy-to-find information sources, but they should be treated […]

An effective piece of writing requires more than just good ideas and content: Effective writing also has style. Writing style refers to the way the writer uses words and structures sentences to establish mood and meaning. Elements of writing style include sentence arrangement, sentence structure, word choice, figurative language, and voice. In this article, we’ll […]

If you’ve never written a rhetorical analysis, you’re not alone. Rhetorical analysis essays can be a struggle because if you’re unfamiliar with them. Plus, these essays are complex and challenging. But don’t worry—we’re here to help! In this article, we’ll explain: Exactly what a rhetorical analysis is (and isn’t). How to read and plan your […]

Conclusions aren’t easy—but they’re very important. And contrary to popular belief, they’re not simply a place to restate what you’ve said before in the same way. They’re an opportunity to cast all the arguments you’ve made in a new light. Conclusions give you a chance to summarize and organize your main points, reminding the reader […]