The writing process of preparation, writing, and revisions applies to every essay or paper, but the time and effort spent on each stage depends on the type of essay.
Understand your assignment
What is the goal of this essay? What is the length and deadline of the assignment? Is there anything you need to clarify with your teacher or professor?
Define a topic
If you’re allowed to choose your own topic, try to pick something that you already know a bit about and that will hold your interest.
Do your research
Read primary and secondary sources and take notes to help you work out your position and angle on the topic. You’ll use these as evidence for your points.
Come up with a thesis
Thesis is the central point or argument that you want to make. A clear thesis is essential for a focused essay, you should keep referring back to it as you write.