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Writing BlogsWhat is a blog?Quite simply, it’s a web log. There is so much scope for writing blogs because you can blog about almost anything: fashion, sport, cooking, current affairs. You name it, it’s more than likely there’s a blog about it somewhere out there in the ether.Why write a blog?So why should you write a blog? Any type of writing can help when it comes to writing a novel. It helps you to find your voice, to practise your writing skills and not to mention your grammar and spelling!It can also be something fun to do along the way, especially on those days when you need a break from the novel when the words aren’t exactly flowing! (Surely that isn’t just me?!) Writing something completely different like a blog, or reading someone else’s, can be just the motivation you need to get you going again. Use the opportunity to spout off about anything you’re really passionate about. Perhaps you’re a die-hard film fan, desperate for your reviews to be read? Maybe you like to cook and would like to share your recipe creations with other wannabe Jamies or Delias? There are, of course, writing blogs out there and you may find some helpful hints and tips from people who are making it / trying to make it in the literary world. One of our favourites is by Lola Jaye It’s definitely worth a read, especially for any budding female authors / wannabe authors. Pick a subject and stick to itIt’s important to focus on a particular subject such as dance music or jewellery-making. If your subject is too wide your readers will feel lost.Think of your audienceWho are you writing for? Teenagers? Girls in their 20s? Men in their 60s? Always keep this in mind and put yourself in their shoes when reading your entries over. Is it something they would find appealing?LengthWriting for the web is very different than writing a novel. Web users don’t want to be bombarded with loads of text. Keep it short, to the point and snappy.HeadlinesHeadlines are important as they draw the reader in. It might be worth using several headlines in your blog entries as a way of breaking up the text and therefore making it easier on the eye.Consistent styleMake sure your style is consistent. You want to feel familiar to your readers each time they read your blog entry, however often that may be. Language is generally coloquial and speech-like.Bullet pointsUsing bullet points is also a helpful way of keeping your readers’ attention, making it easier for them to pick up any important nuggets of information.LinksInclude links in your texts when necessary but be sure not to use too many as you don’t want to lose your readers completely by directing them somewhere more interesting!Easy on the eyeTry to make your blog visually stimulating too. It’s not all about the words. Include pictures and colourful text to keep it interesting.KeywordsInclude keywords in the text. These are the words that people would use to search for your post via a search engine. It’s a good idea to use them in the body of your text and your headlines and it’s important to ensure they are weaved in so that they read natrually as part of your blog.EditBefore you post your new blog entry check it, check it again and check it again. Anyone can write a blog but you want yours to be the best it can possibly be. There is nothing worse than sloppy English.InteractEncourage comments and questions from your readers. The great thing about blogs is that you can interact with people who are passionate about the same things as you!And finally, have fun writing blogs!Enjoy getting your opinions, thoughts and ideas out there. You never know where writing blogs may lead!Return from Writing Blogs to Get on in Writing for Children Home
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