How to Turn a Real-Life Moment into an Anecdote

  I confess: I love anecdotes. These are basically when a writer shares a mini-story about a real-life moment or experience. Usually, they are plucked out of the past, and presented without much introduction. Their power is that they draw you into a story, or college application essay, by starting with a punch of drama. … Continue reading How to Turn a Real-Life Moment into an Anecdote