My Journey to Essay Reviews (So Far)
Leyla Brown
"I’ve always known I want my life to be all about sharing with other people: sharing information and insights that can make a difference in their lives, that is. That’s why I pursued a degree in Communications at Stanford and got my Master’s in Journalism from Northwestern.Soon enough, though, I realized that traditional journalism doesn’t appeal to me: it simply doesn’t square with what people my age are interested in. So, I became a blog writer – and soon enough, I started sharing my insights with students at EssayReviews."
What I’m All About
Practice-driven tips in every blog post
Be it comparing AI writing tools or organizing a cocktail party, I keep my eyes on the target: giving you real, actionable tips to help you achieve whatever it is you’ve set out to do. So, if I’m writing about AI writing tools, be sure: I’ve tried them all myself. And if I break down how to organize a party, I probably rely on my student experience, too!
Curiosity and exploration driving my writing
I don’t think you can be a good writer without being curious. So, I spend my free time exploring what the world has to offer and what my readers discuss online, too. Thanks to my inherent curiosity, I always have a relatable example on hand to spice up my pieces – and to drive my point home every time.
Speaking your language, not your professors’
I know you must be sick of academic writing. So, I don’t try to sound like my blog post is yet another essay or, god forbid, term paper. I avoid the formal tone of voice like it’s a plague because I think it actually is. Instead, I write the way I’d speak to a close friend from back when I was a student myself.
No nonsense, only straight-to-the-point writing
Ever felt bored by the first couple of sentences and closed the tab without even scrolling down? Yeah, I’ve been there, too. I know attention is precious these days, even more so than before. So, I cut straight to the chase in my writing. No filler phrases, no beating around the bush. You won’t need to waste your energy on separating the important from nonsense when reading my blog posts!
