Tips for Starting Your Own Blog

Posted: August 04, 2015

A blog is a great way for writers to get their content out to a wide variety of people. Starting a blog can seem like a challenge for those who aren't quite sure where to begin. Knowing what theme to use, what type of blog hosting site to use, and much more can cause confusion. These tips can help beginner bloggers tackle the task. Susan Shain, writer for The Write Life, shares tips for beginner bloggers.

How to Start a Blog: A Step-by-Step Guide for Writers

So you want to start a blog? If you’re a writer, it makes perfect sense: You can use a blog to serve as your author platform, market your book or find new freelance writing clients. But where do you begin? Though you’ve got the writing part down, the rest of the process can be overwhelming. Hosting, themes and all that other techy stuff can stand in your way for years. Well, today is the day that ends. We’re here to help you navigate every step of starting a blog, from choosing your domain name to publishing your first post. Here’s how to start a blog as a writer: 1. Pick a domain name First things first: Where are people going to find you online? As a writer, you are your brand, so we recommend using some variation of your name. To check availability, simply visit Bluehost and click on “new domain.” If none of the obvious options are available, try tacking a “writer” onto the end of your name, as in susanshainwriter.com. You could also use a “.net” or “.biz” domain, but keep in mind that most people automatically type in “.com” before thinking of other endings. You can, of course, opt for a creative blog name, but remember that your interests and target audience may change as the years go by. Read the entire article How to Start a Blog: A Step-by-Step Guide for Writers on The Write Life.