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Not everyone is a natural writer. In fact, most people don't think seriously about writing until, one day, they're suddenly called upon to write an office memo or a wedding speech -- and find themselves paralyzed with self-doubt and indecision. Author Alan Gelb specializes in helping anxious writers find their voice. During his career as a writing coach, Gelb has developed a repertoire of techniques to improve anyone's writing, sometimes in a matter of days. Those methods are now available to everyone in Seven Steps to Confident Writing. This compact and easy-to-use book demystifies the writing process and shows readers how to break through writer's block, sculpt concise sentences, shape well-structured paragraphs, and polish a final draft. Best of all, readers will see for themselves that writing is not an inborn talent but a skill that can be mastered with a bit of patience and perseverance.
About the Author
Alan Gelb is the author of Conquering the College Admissions Essay in 10 Steps, which often ranks on Amazon as the #1 best-selling resource on this subject and which will be released in its third edition in June. He has written about the college admissions essay for many different outlets, including The New York Times website "The Choice." His work as a college essay coach has been profiled in The Wall Street Journal.
Alan's theories about the college admissions essay draw upon a long and varied writing career. His novels and nonfiction have been published by G.P. Putnam's Sons, E.P. Dutton, Dell, Avon, St. Martin's Press, and others. He is also a marketing consultant who works with colleges and universities across the country. In addition, Alan regularly appears as a featured speaker at libraries, conferences, and other events. Visit the "About" section of conquerthecollegeessay.com to find out about his upcoming speaking engagements.
Every year, Alan tutors a limited number of students from around the world on their admissions essays. He and his students engage in a process that is highly collaborative and that allows for students to maintain complete ownership over their work. He remains constantly amazed by the depth of feeling and expression that his students achieve - a feeling shared by all of the nation's top schools, who have not only admitted Alan's students but have often commented on the quality of their essays.
