Don’t be bound by five paragraphs: Brainstorming Tip #10


Brainstorming Tip #10: Don’t be bound by five paragraph essays.

Your story will guide the form of the essay. You can use dialogue, quotes, song lyrics, poetry.

Let your story and message guide you to the number of paragraphs you need to express your message.

Push boundaries.


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