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Author: Keren Thoms

Keren Thoms is the marketing coordinator and administrative assistant at Wow Writing Workshop. With a background in health care, she made the leap into marketing in 2021 and hasn’t looked back. Keren brings a unique global perspective to her work, having attended colleges in three different countries. She now lives in the Midwest with her husband, kids, and dogs where she balances creative projects, family life, and plenty of coffee.

Trust the College Essay Process

Here’s some insight from David Bersell, who has been with us for more than seven years, has worked with hundreds of students, trained countless IECs and school counselors, and supervises training for our team of coaches.

Taste of CEE – Video Recording

Get a Taste of the College Essay Experience – Find out why CEE is our best college essay training ever. Wow CEO Susan Knoppow will answer your questions about essay coaching, tell you about CEE, and guide you through one of Wow’s signature writing exercises.

Turn Worried Parents Into College Essay Allies

Photo and text taken from Link for Counselors Publication June 2025. Turn Worried Parents Into College Essay Allies How many times has a parent called you, worried or angry, after reading their child’s college essay? The essay you worked hard on together. The essay the student is proud of. The essay that reflects that student’s […]

Theme: The Secret to a Great College Essay

A standout college essay isn’t about shocking drama or the “perfect” story—it’s about theme. Your theme gives your essay focus, purpose, and power. It’s what turns a simple story into a meaningful statement that captures who you are.

Podcast – Putting The Wow in Your College Essay

🎧 New Podcast Episode: Putting the Wow in Your College Essay Writing college essays is one of the most challenging—and often overwhelming—parts of the college application process. Where should students even begin? In this episode of the College Bound Mentor podcast, special guest Susan Knoppow, Co-Founder and CEO of Wow Writing Workshop, helps answer that […]

Help Without Hijacking – A Guide For Parents and Students

How to Help Without Highjacking: College Essay Tips from Wow Writing Workshop & Applerouth Writing college essays can feel overwhelming—for students and their parents. Below is a short recap of the insightful and practical webinar with Susan Knoppow, CEO of Wow Writing Workshop, in partnership with Applerouth. In this session, Susan shared Wow’s straightforward 10-step […]

College Essays + Flourish Coaching Webinar Recap

Susan joined Lisa Marker-Robbins from Flourish Coaching, a career clarity coach who specializes in helping students discover their path, in an info-packed webinar. A must-view for anyone applying to college!

Webinar Recap with Wow Writing Workshop & Applerouth Education

Crafting a standout college essay can feel like a daunting task—but it doesn’t have to be. In a recent educational webinar co-hosted by Susan Knoppow from Wow Writing Workshop and Applerouth Education, students and families gained insider knowledge on the dos and don’ts of college essay writing.

Quiz – Test Your College Essay Knowledge

Staring at a blank document and wondering how to start your college essay? You’re not alone. The personal statement can feel like the most intimidating part of the application—but it doesn’t have to be. Before you dive into writing, take this quick 3-question quiz to see if you’re actually ready.