This is neither writing nor reading related, so I’m sorry if you’re looking for something inspired. But it’s my blog and I can blog about what I want to, yes? So I’m on the lookout for a cute new tote for spring. Preferably something colorful, classic, not too big or small, with some stripes. Why [...]

Broken © Shiloh Walker Follow up to Fragile 3.2010 Shattered Quinn Rafferty is working as a bounty hunter and bail bondsman in St. Louis when a new neighbor catches his eye. He’s tempted by her beauty-but he knows from experience that anyone desperate enough to live in his building is damaged goods. Besides, he has [...]

At my house, we call this massage “mooking” and our one kitty, Snickers, just loves to mook a soft blanket. If she ever mooked her sister, my heart would probably explode. Maybe it’s good she hasn’t ever mooked her sister. Have a great day!

Reminder people to sign up for your RSS feed. More and more people are using RSS feeds these days. You can even get an RSS feed via email. Getting your users subscribed to your blog will help you get return traffic. Each time you post something new, they’ll be notified. This makes it easy for [...]

Have goals. What is it you want out of your blog? Don’t feel blindly in the dark. Set goals. Write down the steps it’ll take to achieve the goals. And start completing those steps. This goal will help you maintain your focus. It will help you persist when the going gets touch. It will help [...]

Be yourself. Take a look at your favorite blogs. What do they do successfully? What makes them unique? How do you get to know the individual writer(s)? What makes you unique? How can you be yourself on your blog, let readers get to know you, and meet your goals as a blogger? Let your personality [...]

Be persistent. The most successful bloggers are the ones that keep at it, even on days where no one visits and no one comments. Focus on why you have a blog. Do you want to share your ideas? Teach something? Let off steam? Develop an author platform? Keep a journal of your life? Don’t lose [...]

Be personable. In other words, look at blogging as a way to connect with others. Be friendly. Don’t be afraid to make friends. When someone leaves a comment on your blog, thank them. Make conversation. Network. Invite others to visit your blog. Invite others to write for your blog. Connect.

One thing I’ve advocated for several years is writing articles and distributing them to expand your brand, experience, and network. Plus, it’s nice to give something back. So many people have helped me get where I am today. There are a variety of ways for writers to distribute articles including newsletters, personal blogs, guest blogs, [...]

We’ve all heard about the book Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and you may have even read the article about Habits of Highly Effective Writers, but what are the habits of a good blogger? I have a few theories and I’ll share them over the next week. Good Habit #1 Blog often. If readers [...]