Bloggers Flunk The Reading Assignments

It’s sad but true, many bloggers may not be reading your posts. They scan your words, may (or may not) find something to comment on, and then click off.
Today’s Lesson
If you read the comments to yesterday’s post, Vered mentioned she had read (possibly on Skellie’s blog) that some bloggers are scanning our posts.
It’s true. [...]

A Thank You And A Recap

A year of blogging taught me so much. It’s been a year of challenges, laughs, headaches, and joy.
The one thing I never expected was that my writings would be so well received.
As much as I can share all that I learned from my first year of blogging, I know for certain, I couldn’t have [...]

Blogging - Year One - Lesson Ten

We learn about blogging from many sources. We have access to many free services, software, plugins, themes, photos, and most of all, knowledge
Even before I went live with my blogs, I spent many hours pouring over articles written by other bloggers.
I was amazed at how others were so willing to share years of knowledge, [...]

Go Home and Cover Your Crack

Photo Credit Dano’s photos

This blog topic may sound hypocritical. After all, every Tuesday I showcase a new blog and ask my readers to pay them a visit.
Today’s Lesson
I believe a good blog starts with a solid foundation. A foundation that is the result of research, a good theme, writing ability, knowledge of [...]

Your First Line Can Sink You

Photo Credit nugunslinger’s photos
The first line of your post can be like an anchor pulling a sinking boat to the bottom of a lake.
Today’s Lesson
Have you ever picked up a book, opened it to the first chapter and read the first line?
If it doesn’t grab your interest, you’re less apt to buy it.
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