I need some tips and ideas for and essay/writing, because I use a lot of 'then' and 'and' ,etc.

Instead of THEN : later, after, second, third, next,

Instead of AND: also, as well, furthermore, along with

1) instead of using "and" try to use  in addition just use phrases from books clever maybe read more i know everyone says read more but it can really help!

2)Don’t be redundant or repeat yourself

3)Edit your work over and over again until it's perfect

4) Other words for and:in addition to, furthermore, moreover, besides, than, too, also, both-and, another, equally important, first, second, etc., again, further, last, finally, not only-but also, as well as, in the second place, next, likewise, similarly, in fact, as a result, consequently, in the same way, for example, for instance, ...

5)make sure you dont over describe and keep your points clear make sure you explain everything in depth but keep your descriptions amazing but not too much or else it can bore the reader