Write an introduction. This should identify the focus of the essay and list the rough categories of bibiliography for easy reading.
Write a topic discussion after the introduction. In this section, discuss and present the topic in more detail. Here you can explain the significance of the topic and which sections of society the topic affects most, and add more detail about the categories that follow. These are categories under which you will split the resources. For example, you can list subheads such as historical context, impact on society, controversies or other sources written by experts in the field.
Devote the majority of the bibliographic essay to resources. This is the aim of the essay, to introduce the reader to as comprehensive a list as possible of further reading on the subject. These are your recommendations, so try to be as open-minded as possible to avoid undue bias.
Split the bibliography into clear sections. Headings draw the eye. Use subheadings under larger sections.
Analyze each resource thoroughly. From your perspective, how useful are the resources? Statistics and the academic standing of an author, for example, can help the reader judge the importance of the resource. Avoid terms such as "the most influential" or "the most important," as these depend on opinion. Frequently mentioned resources in relation to a topic should always be included.
Define any acronyms, abbreviations and key terms. Use the words "proposes" or "contends" instead of definitive words such as "proves" or "demonstrates" if the resource does not actually prove or demonstrate definitively.
Annotate the bibliography using information about each author, intended audience, the author's bias if any, the purpose of the resource, methods of obtaining data or analysis of the data, the author's conclusion and justification if any, and significant appendices to the resource, such as tables. Finally, analyze the relationship of the resource to others mentioned in the bibliography.