https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/en-USTelligent Community 10https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/2916/blogging-blog-your-way-to-recognition---articleWed, 17 Jun 2026 11:48:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:61ae6a64-832c-497f-838a-83e51a2a91d2Robin BailesA blog can establish your identity as a writer in two ways; by raising awareness of your work, and by raising awareness of yourself. Let's start with the work itself. Whether you are still looking for representation or are already published it is difficult to get yourself noticed in an overcrowded marketplace. In fiction, the buying public is reluctant to try something new and in non-fiction the internet is such a vast source of information that people are buying fewer books for reference. By blogging about the process of writing a book, the problems and pitfalls, you can create a sense of anticipation for that book's arrival. By blogging on the same subject as your book (assuming it is non-fiction) you can establish yourself as an expert; contact websites on that subject and see if they will post a link to your blog (you can return the favor with a link to their site). Writers are often solitary people who may not enjoy the limelight. Because of this writers sometimes forget that they themselves are a marketable commodity. Everyone wants their work to speak for them and, in the end, nothing is more important than the quality of the work, but the work is coming from you and if you can make yourself part of the sales pitch then it gives your work a boost. A blog allows you to do this. How are you qualified to write what you write? What inspired this story? Do you sit down to write like it's a job or do you write when the mood takes you? You can even talk about your personal life (if you are comfortable doing so), though how much you include is a personal choice. Above all, in these times of financial austerity buying a book is becoming almost a luxury and people are unwilling to take a chance on an unknown author. Your blog lets readers get an idea of your writing style for free. If they like it they might be willing to spend some money. Likewise your blog can give an agent or publisher an idea of your writing style, so make sure the blog is properly marketed on Facebook, Twitter, etc. and that you have linked it to as many relevant sites as you can, as well as putting the site address on your resume.articlefictionNonfictionhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/platforms/4245/online-tools-all-about-blogging---video?CommentId=e0fdcfa9-cdaa-4833-bbbe-7a57e89f7574Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:26:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:e0fdcfa9-cdaa-4833-bbbe-7a57e89f7574Author Learning CenterHello, this recent Ask Sheila post provides a list of platforms and many tips on how to get started: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/how-can-i-get-started-with-blogging-and-what-types-of-things-can-i-write-abouthttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/platforms/4245/online-tools-all-about-blogging---video?CommentId=7c487d6d-ec30-4395-a0b5-0e1bd6538825Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:28:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:7c487d6d-ec30-4395-a0b5-0e1bd6538825Darline RootWhat are the best free blog sites to start with? Thank you.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/platforms/4245/online-tools-all-about-blogging---video?CommentId=9cc94f65-ada1-46a9-ab11-b6396fd2e224Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:40:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:9cc94f65-ada1-46a9-ab11-b6396fd2e224Darline RootI found this very interesting, but maybe could give a little more advice on free blog companies to start with, etc. Also, for some reason this webinar was hard to hear even though I had sound turned all the way up. Thanks for the tips.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/5142/can-blogging-be-essential-for-your-writing-career_3f00_-_2d00_-video?CommentId=6ffe8cb6-26ed-49bd-9c04-260bf70bef2dMon, 26 Aug 2024 13:35:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:6ffe8cb6-26ed-49bd-9c04-260bf70bef2dAuthor Learning CenterHello, the best way to create and share a written blog is to use a website platform to build an author website. There are free platforms like Wordpress and Wix that can be used to get started. You can then share links to your blog/website on your social media platforms to make followers aware of any new content that you post. Some authors use platforms like YouTube to create a "vlog", which is video content rather than written content. If creating and editing video content interests you, using YouTube and other social media channels to share your video content and go live can be a great way to connect with readers. Here are some ALC resources you might find helpful: https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/7459/blogging-for-authors-beginner-level https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/6746/how-to-create-your-blog-calendar-for-the-year https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/b/ask-keith/posts/how-can-i-create-or-build-my-own-author-website https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/social-media/w/youtube/7637/how-authors-can-use-youtube-to-promote-and-sell-bookshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/5142/can-blogging-be-essential-for-your-writing-career_3f00_-_2d00_-video?CommentId=6e7deca6-7445-452b-b977-0ab71f056e73Fri, 23 Aug 2024 18:52:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:6e7deca6-7445-452b-b977-0ab71f056e73Kamar BaldwinWhere can I start a blog? Can I do it all over social media platforms. Such as Facebook, Twitter (X) Instagram and TicTok by going live?https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/4903/blogging-101---podcast?CommentId=fe455aef-e332-4e46-802e-575b876ae707Thu, 21 Mar 2024 23:26:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:fe455aef-e332-4e46-802e-575b876ae707Robin BradfieldHelpful. Thank you!https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/6253/blog2book-repurposing-content-to-discover-the-book-you-ve-already-written?CommentId=b713dea6-3caf-477f-9daf-0bb9bb7aea38Thu, 15 Feb 2024 20:29:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:b713dea6-3caf-477f-9daf-0bb9bb7aea38Adedayo AdenijiBrilliant Cathy. I really enjoyed Blog2Book: I have scheduled a complimentary strategy session for next week. Thank you!https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/7459/blogging-for-authors-beginner-level?CommentId=02e40e7b-c9c4-40ff-8d4d-9ebef7490594Thu, 11 May 2023 01:51:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:02e40e7b-c9c4-40ff-8d4d-9ebef7490594Maria MartinezI learned a lot in this class, thank you for sharing (:https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/4903/blogging-101---podcast?CommentId=b272a163-8c4e-4bac-8996-5d141400ab1aMon, 27 Mar 2023 11:57:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:b272a163-8c4e-4bac-8996-5d141400ab1aAuthor Learning CenterHello, this is an older recording so we have audio only, no video recording.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/4903/blogging-101---podcast?CommentId=9007d854-6b65-4a17-8c9c-548004b98e72Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:56:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:9007d854-6b65-4a17-8c9c-548004b98e72Author Learning CenterHello, the handout for this session has been added up above - just click on the PDF file to download. The handout contains links to all resources mentioned in the session.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/4903/blogging-101---podcast?CommentId=619dd370-51ac-431f-8612-612722a1bedcMon, 27 Mar 2023 11:56:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:619dd370-51ac-431f-8612-612722a1bedcAuthor Learning CenterHello, the handout for this session has been added up above - just click on the PDF file to download. The handout contains links to all resources mentioned in the session.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/4903/blogging-101---podcastMon, 27 Mar 2023 11:54:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:fa227e66-ab37-45b0-97a7-2d5011079a93Linda LeeBlogging is critical to every author’s platform. In this presentation, Blogging 101: WordPress for Authors, web designer and WordPress expert Linda Lee teaches the basics of blogging and the importance of having a defined approach to this activity. This in-depth webinar covers the following topics: what is a blog; what is CMS; what is WordPress; how to sign up with WordPress; choosing a free or self-hosted blog; what you need for a self-hosted blog; the importance of blog content; tips on adding and editing blog posts; tips for working with Microsoft Word; how to use blog tags and keywords; how often to publish content; and extra tools and resources for bloggers. By following the expert blogging tips in this presentation, you can start your own blog to help promote your book and yourself as an author. Here is the handout referenced in the session that contains a summary of content and helpful resources: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Linda-Lee-Handout-Blogging-101.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../PCLindaLeeBlogging101Wordpress.mp3fictionNonfictionSubscriberpodcasthttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/4903/blogging-101---podcast?CommentId=3c0de063-a61e-487d-b7e8-4f3cecae0695Sat, 25 Mar 2023 11:51:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:3c0de063-a61e-487d-b7e8-4f3cecae0695Crystal MM HuntleyLinda Lee gave some excellent tips that I am excited to implement into my blog, only I could not find the Google AdWords sight she mentioned and other sites, I could not figure out what they were since I only had the audio, so could not find them.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/6579/tips-for-writing-blog-posts-that-engage-your-readers---podcast?CommentId=8fb1a935-b043-449a-b971-2750a3247844Fri, 04 Mar 2022 02:56:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:8fb1a935-b043-449a-b971-2750a3247844Teresa StaalCowleyThank you for your wise wisdom and advice on blogging. I am an artist who works in mixed media and calligraphy and love to share the process and why I created each work. I have had family, friends, guests at art shows ask me to write about the process and the stories. Now I am taking baby steps and writing my faith in God showing up in my mixed media and calligraphy.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/6579/tips-for-writing-blog-posts-that-engage-your-readers---podcast?CommentId=9993fcc6-8e96-416a-b987-1ca1830738eeFri, 04 Mar 2022 02:23:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:9993fcc6-8e96-416a-b987-1ca1830738eeAlice ErFinally someone who said it as it really is. Thank you!https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/2851/blogging-basics---article?CommentId=2a1c9bf1-5dca-4b2d-9a13-200c83ab7a9aSat, 19 Jun 2021 13:48:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:2a1c9bf1-5dca-4b2d-9a13-200c83ab7a9aVickie BrooksI find this a very good introduction to blogging and helpful points to consider when making a decision to do blogging.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/6253/blog2book-repurposing-content-to-discover-the-book-you-ve-already-writtenFri, 21 May 2021 17:34:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:f3723640-b2b8-4994-a378-0cd1c1a84422Cathy FyockIf you’ve been actively writing blog posts once a week for at least a year you may already have enough content for your next book! Join book coach and author, Cathy Fyock, as she provides tips and ideas for beginners when starting a blog. For those who want to take it to the next step and repurpose their existing blog posts into a book, you’ll learn how to create a unifying theme, how to assess blog posts for fit, and how to develop your project plan for getting your book done! Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Blog2Book_5F00_Fyock-ALC-Handout.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Blog2Book21.mp4 About the Presenter: Cathy is The Business Book Strategist, and works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write nonfiction books as a business growth strategy. She is the author of ten books, including 'On Your Mark', 'Blog2Book', and 'Authority'. Her book, 'The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches', became a #1 international bestseller in public speaking and speech writing, authorship, business consulting, publishing books and more. Since Cathy started her business in 2014, she has helped nearly 200 professionals become published authors. She believes that authors change the world, one word at a time.NonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/2916/blogging-blog-your-way-to-recognition---article?CommentId=2b6581d7-0f01-49cb-8975-6d941c2568dfSat, 20 Feb 2021 01:00:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:2b6581d7-0f01-49cb-8975-6d941c2568dfGreg DunnGreat advice. I had been blogging themes that are baked into the novel I'm launching in early 2022 but now I will add blogs about my writing journey to generate more buzz (especially since the main character of the novel is essentially me so as the saying goes...one hand will wash the other). Looking for any additional suggestions/experiences others wish to offer.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/marketing/blogging/w/tips/2398/tools-for-managing-a-blog---article?CommentId=c92221e5-71d3-496e-87c8-d069613505e1Fri, 19 Feb 2021 21:20:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:c92221e5-71d3-496e-87c8-d069613505e1Linnea BoeseThis has lots of practical info that will help me!