The writing process

Writing is a process that involves 5 different stages. The first stage is the prewriting stage.  Brainstorming, research, outlines, or thinking maps are some examples of what is done during this stage. The second step is the drafting stage in which the writer puts his/her ideas on paper.  During this time the writer does not need to worry about punctuation or spelling. Then the third stage is revising.  During this stage the writer can move text around, read the paper out loud, draw up questions, or delete items where deemed necessary. A good idea would be to have peers read the draft and provide their input, it may be possible that the writer needs to strengthen an argument or add details and examples.  The fourth stage is the editing stage, where the writer can correct errors like run on and fragment sentences, correct spelling, or correct punctuation and grammar errors.  The last stage is to publish the writing by turning it in to which it was written for.  Some examples of which writers turn their writing into are teachers, principles, newspapers, or magazines.  Then end result is a well written and thought out paper.