THE WRITE START, PARAGRAPHS TO ESSAYS: WITH STUDENT AND PROFESSIONAL READINGS, 5E, International Edition introduces the developing writer to the basic elements necessary for writing effective essays in the academic environment. The Fifth Edition focuses first on writing paragraphs that express thoughts about a topic, and then on expanding the topic to the longer essay format. These skills will help students communicate more effectively and prepare them for the rigors of their first college-level composition course.