Pick a structure for your article

First, you should get the outline for your text. This decision will guide you a big deal in the writing process. For instance, you should decide the number of paragraphs to include depending on the word count. The basic structure includes an introduction, some paragraph in the body and a conclusion. The number of paragraphs in the body varies according to the length and the topic but the idea is simple: you state one main premise in each paragraph and proceed to support this statement. You need strong evidence to back your premises up.

Make an attractive introduction

As the introductory paragraph is the first section that a reader will check out, you ought to create the best impression. This first paragraph serves two purposes: it presents the topic of your article and it also shows how you will develop the contents in the following lines. Make sure not to overuse the passive voice because the direct actions are more attractive for the readers. In addition, avoid using first person pronouns (I, my, me) because they project a way too personal perspective. Being more general in your approach to the reader is much more effective.

Outline the content

Sometimes it is a good idea to make a short draft before getting to the overall creation process. The middle paragraphs of an essay are commonly named as the body and serve to show key ideas and most importantly explain the information which supports the thesis statement. As a general rule, you should present one idea in each of these paragraphs and proceed to provide examples.

It is advisable to use the strongest argument in the first body paragraph unless there is a better logical option, such as a chronological event. Keep in mind that you are not done with a paragraph until you clearly explain why the evidence supports your main premise. Avoid ambiguity in your statements; you should favour straightforward sentences. Explaining one simple idea in each statement is a useful approach.