Writing a Thesis

Writing a thesis can be a little bit intimidating if you are not clear on what a thesis is or how to write a good thesis.

Basically writing a thesis is a way to tell the reader what your paper is about in one brief paragraph. First begin with a short introduction to your topic then include in one or two sentences your position about the topic. This position is your thesis statement and summarizes the argument you will present in your paper.

The rest of your paper provides evidences or proof that support your thesis, and tries to persuade the reader to agree with your thesis.

Coming up with a good thesis statement requires thought and consideration. Make sure your position is clear and you have strong arguments to support your position. There are many great resources online for writing a thesis. Take advantage of your local library and argument papers to get good examples.

Want to Get Published in 2010?

If you are looking to get published in 2010, there are many things that obviously have to happen. First is the actually finish your book, and then comes a very difficult part for many creative writers - finding a publisher and getting your work into the marketplace.

Here is a great archive / search engine of places that may publish your writing. Check it out. http://www.duotrope.com/

Online Writing Classes

As the new year is upon us, you may consider setting some writing goals and perhaps looking at some online writing classes. There are many online writing classes available and as you research make certain you assess cost, teachers, resources, and recommendations. Find others who have taken the class before and find out what they have to say about the course.

Or you may set a consequence for yourself if you do not achieve your goal. This past year my goal was to finish my book by the end of the year or I had to pay one of my nieces $100. Well, I'm sad to say I didn't finish my book - but I'm close. Now we've made another deal - I have until the 15th of January and if I finish by then, then she will give me 1/2 of the money back. It's not much money - but it does motivate me and give me a deadline that I'm determined to reach.

Whatever your goal is for the new year - taking small daily actions can get you a long way at the end of the year. Even if you write for 15 minutes each day - you certainly will have a lot to show for it after 365 days.

I'd love to hear your new year's goals and if you have had success with any online writing classes.