top of page

Narrative Writing

Essays Written by A* students

Story - Involving Some Sort of Delay

Write a story which involves some sort of delay.

October/November 2022-Cambridge International AS Level-8021/12-ENGLISH GENERAL PAPER

1.png

Narrative: Overcoming a delay

3.png

The delay's cause & the character's patience

Brainstorming Ideas.

2.png

Positive outcomes and lessons during the wait

Essay

It was a beautiful summer day, and I was sitting in my living room, daydreaming about my future. I had big dreams of becoming a successful musician, and I was determined to make them a reality.

I had been working hard for months, writing songs, recording music and booking gigs. But I was feeling frustrated; it seemed like no matter how much I did, I kept getting delayed. I had been promised a record deal, but when I followed up, I was told that the deal had been pushed back. I had been promised a tour, but when I asked again, I was told that it had been pushed back too.

I was starting to feel discouraged and a little hopeless. I was so close to achieving my dreams, yet it felt like they were still so far away. I wanted to give up, but I knew that I couldn’t.

I decided to take a walk to clear my head. As I walked, I started to realize something. Maybe the delays weren’t a bad thing. Maybe they were actually a blessing in disguise.

I started to think about all of the things I had learned over the past few months. I had learned about perseverance and patience. I had learned about resilience and determination. I had become a better musician and a better person.

The delays had forced me to hone my skills and develop my craft. I realized that without them, I wouldn’t have been ready to pursue my dreams.

When I returned home, I felt a renewed sense of hope and optimism. I knew that the delays were just part of the journey, and that eventually, I would get to where I wanted to be.

english essays examples.png

Free Essays Written By Top Students

Narrative

Descriptive

Persuasive

Directed

bottom of page