A number of random essay topics for every kind of essay

Choosing essay topics is one of the biggest challenges that every writer faces. Instructors are always assigning essays, so students are always struggling to choose a topic that they can discuss in a full essay. Here are topics for a variety of different essays styles:

Argumentative Essays:

• Should schools have classes for males and females?
• Why should people read more books?
• Should companies offer paternity leave?
• Is it ethical for people to have large families in today’s world?
• Is college worth it today?
• Are speed limits necessary?
• Are professional athletes overpaid?
• Is it time to close the book on superstores?
• How much security do public schools need today?

Expository Essays:

• What problems come with obesity?
• Describe an everyday activity in your life.
• How would you choose the perfect pet?
• You’ve won the lottery. Now what do you do?
• What would you do if you did not have a cellphone?
• Why is your favorite book your favorite book?
• What would you do to create the perfect birthday party?

Narrative Essays:

• Tell a story about loyalty in your life.
• Talk about a time you misjudged someone.
• Write about the phrase “Ignorance is bliss.”
• Write about a time when you did something you thought was right.
• Write about a time that you traveled and what you learned from a specific experience.
• Talk about your connection to nature.
• Write about a strength that you recently realized you have.
• Write about a time when you took a chance and what you learned from the experience.

Descriptive Essays:

• Describe a literary hero and what qualities make him/her heroic.
• Describe your first kiss and whether you were impressed or underwhelmed.
• Describe the perfect Halloween and costume.
• Describe what makes a president great.
• Describe what makes a gift successful.
• Describe the sensory experience of swimming.
• Describe eating your favorite meal.