I've been aiming at posting once a week on my blog and had been happy with myself when I managed to achieve this, until one of the tips I got from Angela from The Bookshelf Muse was to try and post twice a week - this I will have to work towards. If you are interested in making your blog stand out and like me, wondering how to increase your following, The Bookshelf Muse has posted a series on blogging tips.
Today I sat poised staring at a blank page for a ridiculous amount of time wondering what to blog about. Eventually, I asked myself what is it I like reading in blogs? I do enjoy information about writing; from tips, writing experiences to markets. I also enjoy reading snippets of information about writers - the lives they lead outside of their writing world and what makes them tick.
What draws you to a particular blog? What do you enjoy reading about in blogs?
Thanks for the link - I'll go along there next. I really couldn't pinpoint what I like about the blogs I read - it's just like having a bit of a chat with like minded people isn't it :-) I think I like the informality and friendliness of it all!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about being full of good intentions to blog at least once a week, Diane! As Teresa says, it's partly about the chat as well as occasional snippets of information. I follow the Bookshelf Muse too - great blog.
ReplyDeleteHello Teresa and Rosemary - thank you for coming by and leaving a comment. My mind is swirling around at the moment - got the text layout for my novel which I had to go through on the weekend and today it's about working out the front and back cover. I'm so excited and nervous I feel like I'm going to burst! If all goes to plan should have my novel in my hand by the end of this year!!!!!!!!!! :-) You know I guess however many times we blog a week and even what we blog about, I reckon the best part for me is that I've met people like you two. As Teresa said, 'like minded'. xox
ReplyDeleteDon't beat yourself up about not blogging often enough, Diane. Blog when you have something to say. I was full of good intentions and going to blog every day which turned into every other day which turned into once a week and is now even less. It's not about how many followers you can get, it's about how many friends you've made.
ReplyDeleteThanks lots Lynne. It's so true what you said, and I have made some good friends, including you ofcourse. I needed to hear that. Thanks again. Feeling better now :-)
ReplyDeleteFor me, I love it when a blog has a strong compelling voice or exceptional honesty. Too, I'm always looking for blogs that deal with relevant writing topics and can do so in a moderate length post. :)
ReplyDeleteIf your audience is writers, I find that blogs that are support focused, time-savers or that offer excellent resources and information tend to be the most popular. :)
Thanks for the mention, Diane!
Angela @ The Bookshelf Muse
Thanks for leaving a comment Angela, and you are welcome about the mention - I really enjoy your blog, very informative and inspiring.
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