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<h2>What does an admissions officer look for in a college application essay?</h2><p>You. It's that simple. There's no formula, no trick, no strategy, says Harry Bauld, a former Ivy League admissions officer. But with acceptance rates at all-time lows, just being yourself in an essay means understanding your readers and the unique form in which you are writing. In this fully revised and updated edition of the classic guide to writing the best essay of your life, Bauld reveals the big clichés (The Trip, The Jock, Miss America, Pet Death) and helps you discover ways to come alive on the page as a real person instead of applicant number 13,791.</p>
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<p><em>"For many years, Harry provided his famous essay-writing workshop to our seniors. His presentations always engaged students tremendously and prodded them to think meaningfully about the stories they wanted to tell, while managing to be both hilarious and deeply thoughtful. His workshops were beloved by students. One year the senior class even invited him back to be their graduation speaker! Throughout his time working with CA, Harry displayed generous and heartfelt care with the students, along with exceptional insight into the art of the personal narrative."</em></p><p><em>– Cathy Nabbefeld, College Counselor, Colorado Academy, Denver</em></p>
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 What does an admissions officer look for in a college application essay?

 You. It's that simple. There's no formula, no trick, no strategy, says Harry Bauld, a former Ivy League admissions officer. But with acceptance rates at all-time lows, just being yourself in an essay means understanding your readers and the unique form in which you are writing. In this fully revised and updated edition of the classic guide to writing the best essay of your life, Bauld reveals the big clichés (The Trip, The Jock, Miss America, Pet Death) and helps you discover ways to come alive on the page as a real person instead of applicant number 13,791.

 Read interview with Harry on the college app essay ~ Town and Country Magazine, November 21, 2022

 Buy Harry Bauld's On Writing the College Application Essay: The Key to Acceptance at the College of Your Choice at your local bookstore or by following any of these links:

 Harper Collins
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 Harry Bauld has given countless presentations and workshops for students, parents and teachers all over the country on the writing of the college application essay. If you would like to bring Harry to your high school junior or senior class for a workshop or presentation or are interested in an individual essay consultation, please fill out the form in the contact section.

 "For many years, Harry provided his famous essay-writing workshop to our seniors. His presentations always engaged students tremendously and prodded them to think meaningfully about the stories they wanted to tell, while managing to be both hilarious and deeply thoughtful. His workshops were beloved by students. One year the senior class even invited him back to be their graduation speaker! Throughout his time working with CA, Harry displayed generous and heartfelt care with the students, along with exceptional insight into the art of the personal narrative."

 – Cathy Nabbefeld, College Counselor, Colorado Academy, Denver

 Articles on the college application essay featuring Harry Bauld

 Interviewed by Maureen Dowd of the New York Times. I was already at work on the book when Dowd, then a local feature reporter, called because she’d heard from a student who attended one of my workshops.

 Featured by Ron Lieber, New York Times financial columnist.

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  <p>“For every student out there who says they're not are great writer, doesn't know where to start, or doesn't have amazing things to write about (perhaps even a combination of the three), this is the book for you. And even if you're not one of those people but are writing your college application essays, this is still the book for you. Ethan's guide demystifies the "mystery" of the college essay. It helps readers discover who they are and find fresh, unique ways to write about it in their personal statement. The true gems of the book are the    beautiful essays Ethan encloses and the commentary he includes to show what makes them so memorable.  The analysis has made me look at writing my essays in a completely different way; rather than writing for the sake of writing, I write with an intent and a purpose, communicating essential values and qualities about me within each paragraph. I write in a way that garners the reader's attention - one that makes them stop and think and ponder and perhaps even reflect upon themselves. In essence, this book has transformed writing college essays from a grueling and daunting activity to a rewarding art and a craft.”</p><p>- <em>Curt H. (Amazon Customer)</em></p><h3><strong>Let the College Essay Guy help you write your college admission essay. </strong></h3><p>Packed with brainstorming activities, personal statement samples and more, this book provides a clear roadmap to writing your best admission essay.</p><p>Writing a college admission essay doesn't have to be stressful. I will show you that there are only four (really, four!) types of college admission essays. And all you have to do to figure out which type is best for you is answer two simple questions:</p><p><strong>1. Have you experienced significant challenges in your life?<br/>2. Do you know what you want to be or do in the future?</strong></p><p>With these questions providing the building blocks for your essay, I’ll guide you through the rest of the process, from choosing a structure to revising your essay, and answers the big questions that have probably been keeping you up at night: “How do I brag in a way that doesn't sound like bragging?” and “How do I make my essay, like, deep?”</p><h3><strong><em>College Essay Essentials </em>will help you with:</strong></h3><ol><li><p>The best brainstorming exercises</p></li><li><p>Choosing an essay structure</p></li><li><p>The all-important editing and revisions</p></li><li><p>Exercises &amp; tools to help you get started or get unstuck</p></li><li><p>College admission essay examples</p></li></ol><p><strong>Packed with tips, tricks, exercises, and sample essays from real students who got into their dream schools, <em>College Essay Essentials</em> is the only college essay guide to make this complicated process logical, simple, and (dare I say it?) a little bit fun. </strong>The perfect companion to <em>The Fiske Guide To Colleges 2020/2021</em>. For high school counselors and college admission coaches, this is an essential book to help walk your students through writing a stellar, authentic college essay.</p>
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  <h3><strong>Here are some questions I answer in this book:</strong></h3><p>How do I figure out what to write about?</p><p>How do I structure my essay?</p><p>Is there a step-by-step process for writing the essay?</p><p>Are any topics off-limits?</p><p>How much sharing is too much?</p><p>How do I revise my essay?</p><p>How do I make my essay not-boring?</p><p>Any tips for how to start the essay?</p><p>How do I demonstrate my intelligence?</p><p>How do I brag in a way that doesn’t sound like I’m bragging?</p><p>How to do I make my essay, like, deep?</p><p>How do I end my essay?</p><p>How do I write a great last line?</p><p>How do I make my essay amazing?</p><p>How do I know if my essay is good?</p><p>What do I do if my essay is just “okay”?</p><p>Should I share my essay? With how many people? When? </p>
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                      “For every student out there who says they're not are great writer, doesn't know where to start, or doesn't have amazing things to write about (perhaps even a combination of the three), this is the book for you. And even if you're not one of those people but are writing your college application essays, this is still the book for you. Ethan's guide demystifies the "mystery" of the college essay. It helps readers discover who they are and find fresh, unique ways to write about it in their personal statement. The true gems of the book are the    beautiful essays Ethan encloses and the commentary he includes to show what makes them so memorable.  The analysis has made me look at writing my essays in a completely different way; rather than writing for the sake of writing, I write with an intent and a purpose, communicating essential values and qualities about me within each paragraph. I write in a way that garners the reader's attention - one that makes them stop and think and ponder and perhaps even reflect upon themselves. In essence, this book has transformed writing college essays from a grueling and daunting activity to a rewarding art and a craft.”

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                      Let the College Essay Guy help you write your college admission essay. 

                      Packed with brainstorming activities, personal statement samples and more, this book provides a clear roadmap to writing your best admission essay.

                      Writing a college admission essay doesn't have to be stressful. I will show you that there are only four (really, four!) types of college admission essays. And all you have to do to figure out which type is best for you is answer two simple questions:

                      1. Have you experienced significant challenges in your life?
                      2. Do you know what you want to be or do in the future?

                      With these questions providing the building blocks for your essay, I’ll guide you through the rest of the process, from choosing a structure to revising your essay, and answers the big questions that have probably been keeping you up at night: “How do I brag in a way that doesn't sound like bragging?” and “How do I make my essay, like, deep?”

                      College Essay Essentials will help you with:

                       1. The best brainstorming exercises

                       2. Choosing an essay structure

                       3. The all-important editing and revisions

                       4. Exercises & tools to help you get started or get unstuck

                       5. College admission essay examples

                      Packed with tips, tricks, exercises, and sample essays from real students who got into their dream schools, College Essay Essentials is the only college essay guide to make this complicated process logical, simple, and (dare I say it?) a little bit fun. The perfect companion to The Fiske Guide To Colleges 2020/2021. For high school counselors and college admission coaches, this is an essential book to help walk your students through writing a stellar, authentic college essay.

                      ”It gives you activities to help students brainstorm for their essays and clear writing strategies to help students. He takes a complicated process and makes it simple. Thank you Ethan!”

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                          “Even as an experienced college admissions consultant who already felt capable in guiding students through the essay-writing process, I learned a lot and discovered many tools I can use. Ethan's coverage of the "montage structure" is especially helpful. For a student who is willing to really put in some time and work, it would be hard to beat this book.”

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                      Here are some questions I answer in this book:

                      How do I figure out what to write about?

                      How do I structure my essay?

                      Is there a step-by-step process for writing the essay?

                      Are any topics off-limits?

                      How much sharing is too much?

                      How do I revise my essay?

                      How do I make my essay not-boring?

                      Any tips for how to start the essay?

                      How do I demonstrate my intelligence?

                      How do I brag in a way that doesn’t sound like I’m bragging?

                      How to do I make my essay, like, deep?

                      How do I end my essay?

                      How do I write a great last line?

                      How do I make my essay amazing?

                      How do I know if my essay is good?

                      What do I do if my essay is just “okay”?

                      Should I share my essay? With how many people? When? 

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                          "I purchased 3 different college essay books and by far, this is the BEST and really provides a step by step approach for students to come up with ideas to write a college essay based on two questions - if you have faced challenges or not and if you know what you want to do for career or not. Most other books focus on the basics or what not to write and to write from your heart and make it personal - this goes in a lot more details than any other book I've come across. Definitely a great book to have as reference. "

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                          “That kind of says it all. While he may have named himself that, he has earned the title. His passion for writing essays that is conveyed in this book, will help any student get through the somewhat stressful and daunting process with fun and ease. As a college counselor, I have used some of Ethan’s methods to help my own clients write their essays. The great thing about this book is that it brings the College Essay Guy and his methods, brainstorming exercises, structures and ideas to everyone. Ethan is inspirational and College Essay Essentials is a must have for any student (or counselor) who is looking to be inspired to write a successful college admissions essay.”

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                      “College Essay Essentials is a close to a "magic bullet" that students are going to find to help them produce meaningful and powerful college essays. Besides being an easy to follow, step-by-step guide, Ethan Sawyer injects the right amount of humor to make the essay writing process fun and rewarding. Following the advice in the book will not just produce thoughtful writing, but if done right, will allow the students to really get to know themselves on a deeper level. After all, the college process is as much about getting to "know thyself" as it is about getting into and going to college!” 

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                          "I read about 10 different books on writing essays for college applications to help prepare my son for his senior year. This book was by FAR the best. I had my son read it (the only one I had him read) and he grudgingly agreed to work through the process that Ethan lays out in the book. The step by step approach was instrumental in helping him figure out how to structure his essay and what sorts of topics might lend themselves to an effective essay. It was brief enough that he could read it, get it, and then utilize it for his essays in short order. If you are just getting started on the application process, you might really appreciate this point. I know we did.

                          Now that the apps are in, he is hearing back. All acceptances so far (6 schools with 8 still to go) and multiple merit financial aid awards that I attribute, at least in part, to the strength of the essay he managed to write. The process is laid out nicely for me to help him get to his deepest story, an essential piece of the essay that MUST be done in order for the essay to be effective at setting the student apart from others.” 

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                In College Essay Essentials , Ethan Sawyer, a renowned college essay advisor and expert, shares his proven strategies and insider knowledge to help you navigate the daunting task of crafting compelling essays that stand out from the competition. With an unwavering focus on authenticity, creativity, and effective storytelling, Sawyer empowers you to create impactful narratives that captivate admissions officers.

                Writing a college admission essay doesn't have to be stressful. Sawyer (aka The College Essay Guy) will show you that there are only four (really, four!) types of college admission essays. And all you have to do to figure out which type is best for you is answer two simple questions:

                1. Have you experienced significant challenges in your life?

                2. Do you know what you want to be or do in the future?

                With these questions providing the building blocks for your essay, Sawyer guides you through the rest of the process, from choosing a structure to revising your essay, and answers the big questions that have probably been keeping you up at night: How do I brag in a way that doesn't sound like bragging? and How do I make my essay, like, deep?

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                                                    Ethan Sawyer is a nationally recognized college essay expert and sought-after speaker. Each year he helps thousands of students and counselors through his online courses, workshops, articles, and books, and works privately with a small number of students.

                                                    Raised in Spain, Ecuador, and Colombia, Ethan has studied at seventeen different schools and has worked as a teacher, curriculum writer, voice actor, motivational speaker, community organizer, and truck driver. He is a certified Myers-Briggs® specialist, and his type (ENFJ) will tell you that he will show up on time, that he'll be excited to meet you, and that, more than anything, he is committed to—and an expert in—helping you realize your potential.

                                                    A graduate of Northwestern University, Ethan holds an MFA from UC Irvine and two counseling certificates. He lives in Los Angeles with his beautiful wife and their amazing daughter.

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                                                                  Customers find the book's content great as a reference, with tips and resources that alleviate stress. They also say the writing style is easy to understand and the brainstorming exercises uncover lots of material to help students of all ages write essays.

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                                                                                Customers find the book's content great, useful, and motivational. They also say the tips and resources help alleviate stress and make the essay approachable and fun.

                                                                                "...am thrilled to highly recommend it - - the cohesive format, additional source material and nuanced guidance from Ethan will help me give my students..." Read more

                                                                                "This is one terrific college essay book. Read it cover to cover and you're almost assured of getting into the college of your choice." Read more

                                                                                "...These were to be some of the best brainstorming exercises I ever used for essay writing!..." Read more

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                                                                            5.0 out of 5 stars A better college essay guide!
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                                                                                Using a fresh approach based on years of experience, Ethan Sawyer has written an explicit how-to guide for any student or college counselor who wants to learn the craft of writing a self-narrative - - in the context of the college application. He begins by helping the writer choose a framework based on life experience, personal values and possible career goals. Next, he includes a variety of cogent tips on how to begin, revise and conclude an essay, as well as trouble-shooting strategies for struggling students and advanced techniques for students who want to take their essays to a higher level. Throughout, Ethan includes sample essays, with line-by-line comments, to illustrate his points. I can speak to the efficacy of his approach -- I'm a college consultant who has been using his techniques for more than three years with my own students! As a frequent participant in many of Ethan's classes, workshops and webinars over the years, I was not certain I also needed this book... But after reading it from cover to cover, I am thrilled to highly recommend it - - the cohesive format, additional source material and nuanced guidance from Ethan will help me give my students even greater insight to writing a successful college admission essay!
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                                                                                This is one terrific college essay book. Read it cover to cover and you're almost assured of getting into the college of your choice.
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                                                                            5.0 out of 5 stars The College Essay Guys Nails It!!
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                                                                                I started using some of Ethan's methods to help students get started on their essays a couple of years ago based on some of the content on his website and a seminar I attended, given by Ethan. I found that Ethan's suggested steps to writing great essays essential. I was finally able to effectively help students begin to extract "their stories" from deep within them. These were to be some of the best brainstorming exercises I ever used for essay writing! Even the students were pleasantly surprised what they came up with. The book adds even more structure and suggestions. I will be utilizing Ethan's book to help all my students tell their stories in their college essays. So glad I found him, his body of work is not only a great resource, but he is committed to helping students.
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                                                                                So I found the author also a youtuber, while his YouTube videos are super helpful these writing tips of this book is very basic. If you are a high school student who has strong writing skills this book will disappoint you on so many levels. I couldn't find a single helpful tip from this book bc it's like English 9th grade.
                                                                                I also said this bc I'm naturally a good writer and understand how to write college essays after reading lot of successful essays from students got admitted to Ivies league. I rec the havard 50 essays students who got in more. That book have tons of metaphor, ideas, and flows.
                                                                                If you plan to purchase this book I think u should be under 17, never take AP Lamg before (or failed) to read this. Bc lot of info in this book is common knowledge
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                                                                                This author helps to pull inner thoughts of an experience and express one’s personality in an intriguing way. I loved this resource for my seventeen year old son, who does not want to take the time to think about metaphors when describing himself and his actions.
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                                                                                So far it’s been a good start! Good to have guidance.
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                                                                        5.0 out of 5 stars Dear Ethan College Essay Essentials is an amazing book and a beautiful endeavour from your end
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                                                                            Dear Ethan
                                                                            College Essay Essentials is an amazing book and a beautiful endeavour from your end. There are so many aspects to wrtiting College Application Essays- and you have demystified all of them. Reading from Page 1 till the end, and taking a break in between, was a task! Just to tell yo, have kept a notebook with all my side notes which will help me and our students while working with them.
                                                                            Although we are an International School from Mumbai, can or students sign up for your workshops? Each year we have a graduating Class size of almost 110 students, around 80% move to USA.
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                                                                        5.0 out of 5 stars Best book I ever read
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                                                                            This book contains all the information needed to write a comprehensive College Application Essay. I recommend this to all of my friends here.
                                                                            All the best!!
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<div><div><div><p><span>Demonstrates how to get into the college of one's choice, providing essential information on SATs, courses and grades, personal essays, and extracurricular activities while explaining how to write the perfect college application.</span></p></div><div><p><span><span></span></span></p><div><p>282 pages, Paperback</p><p>First published August 6, 2003</p></div><span></span><p></p></div><hr/><hr/><div><p></p><h3>About the author</h3><p></p><hr/></div></div><div><p></p><h2>Ratings <span>&amp;</span> Reviews</h2><p></p><article></article><hr/><div><p></p><h3>Friends <span>&amp;</span> Following </h3><p></p></div><p></p><h3>Community Reviews</h3><p></p><div><p><span>Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews</span></p><div><div><article><div><section><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/20304722-ilib4kids"></a></section><section><span></span><span><p><span>1,100 reviews</span><span><span>3 followers</span></span></p></span></section></div><section><section><span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1246544573">September 7, 2015</a></span></section><div><p><span>378.1664 COH<br/>My review: very solid examples by walking through 3 applicants in the whole application process to give more concrete advice, Her another book "The truth about getting in" is more like general checklist style. I recommend this book and her "The truth" for everyone who want to advice their children in college application process. This is 5th book I read so far in admission topic. The most practical one I rate.</span></p><p>David Horowitz: Jewish background, profile is not very strong except his outstanding grade and SAT score.<br/>Ronald Siegal: color-blind, still pursuing arts is unbelievable . His grade and SAT is mediocre, I like him most. It is not surprised to me that he is accepted by Univ of Pen, his first choice by applying early decision.<br/>Stephanie Chase, wealth background, gift writer and poet</p><p> Some facts I think I need to write down:<br/>private school like Peter Egret Academy a faculty to students ratio 1:4</p><p></p></div><section><ul><span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/20304722?shelf=w_nf_all"><span>w_nf_all</span></a><span> </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/20304722?shelf=w_nf_education"><span>w_nf_education</span></a></span><span></span></ul></section><hr/></section></article></div><div><article><div><section><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8903853-tammy"></a></section><section><span></span><span><p><span>249 reviews</span><span><span>18 followers</span></span></p></span></section></div><section><section><span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/608685098">May 6, 2013</a></span></section><div><p><span>This is very helpful. I highly suggest this book when writing a college application. It's very insightful and shows you how personalized each app has to be.</span></p></div><section><ul><span></span><span></span></ul></section><hr/></section></article></div><div><article><section><section><span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1157290164">January 23, 2015</a></span></section><div><p><span>Great, wish there were more than 3 example kids. Five or so would be great. Could not relate to the 3 example kids. Much great advice in this book. A great book to read to prepare for college!</span></p></div><section><ul><span></span><span></span></ul></section></section></article></div></div><p><span>Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews</span></p><hr/></div></div></div>||||I||||        * Home
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              Rock Hard Apps: How To Write A Killer College Application

                Katherine Cohen

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                      Demonstrates how to get into the college of one's choice, providing essential information on SATs, courses and grades, personal essays, and extracurricular activities while explaining how to write the perfect college application.

                  282 pages, Paperback

                  First published August 6, 2003

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                      Very poor attempt at conveying admissions information.
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                  September 7, 2015
                      378.1664 COH
                      My review: very solid examples by walking through 3 applicants in the whole application process to give more concrete advice, Her another book "The truth about getting in" is more like general checklist style. I recommend this book and her "The truth" for everyone who want to advice their children in college application process. This is 5th book I read so far in admission topic. The most practical one I rate.

                      David Horowitz: Jewish background, profile is not very strong except his outstanding grade and SAT score.
                      Ronald Siegal: color-blind, still pursuing arts is unbelievable . His grade and SAT is mediocre, I like him most. It is not surprised to me that he is accepted by Univ of Pen, his first choice by applying early decision.
                      Stephanie Chase, wealth background, gift writer and poet

                      Some facts I think I need to write down:
                      private school like Peter Egret Academy a faculty to students ratio 1:4
                      w_nf_all w_nf_education
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                        Tammy
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                  May 6, 2013
                      This is very helpful. I highly suggest this book when writing a college application. It's very insightful and shows you how personalized each app has to be.
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                  January 23, 2015
                      Great, wish there were more than 3 example kids. Five or so would be great. Could not relate to the 3 example kids. Much great advice in this book. A great book to read to prepare for college!
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