College Essay Help
Hi there!
I’m a veteran writer with 25 years of experience — and an expert on crafting engaging first-person narratives that cut through the BS to appeal to readers. My personal essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Cut, The Huffington Post, Glamour, AARP, Runner’s World, Billboard, Kveller and more.
In addition to essays, I’m a two-time L.A. Press Club finalist for my arts & entertainment profile writing — which cuts to the core of what makes a person tick.
I’ve also been teaching non-fiction creative writing at the prestigious Gotham Writers Workshop since 2018.
Journalists have a special edge in this field — we know how to successfully land on a hook, start with a catchy intro, tell an engaging story, hit important points and end with an insightful conclusion. As an instructor, I love helping my students find their own voice and organize their thoughts.
I’ve been helping out relatives and friends’ kids with their essays for a few years, and now I’d like to branch out and take on more clients. I’ve done my research on the college essay process (including the Common App) and have access to essays that led to entrance into top universities.
Need to brainstorm an idea?
Help with establishing your point? A meaningful conclusion?
A pure copy-edit read?
I got you.
I do have a writing course on Skillshare available online. It’s a little dated but it shows a little bit of how I work/my personality:
Please get in touch at MaraReinstein@gmail.com if you’d like to know more information! — MR
Excerpts from my student evaluations:
“Mara was very knowledgable, professional and her personality helped in staying motivated.”
“Mara provided tips and ideas that I was able to apply right away. I learned so much.”
“Mara was excellent! I loved how she responded to all my comments and her detailed feedback to my writing was spot-on. She made great points, brought up questions and issues to think about and had lots of experience to draw from. Thank you!!”
“Mara Reinstein is phenomenal. Her comments are details, specific and helpful. She is always available to help, correct and encourage.”
