Today's topic concern how to blog; bloggers are supposed to reveal some of their secrets, like technical tips and rules they impose on themselves and their visitors. Not that I have a lot to say - I am still learning the ropes.
Well, I think the most important rule on my blog is to write honestly about books I review. Sometimes my reviews might sound a bit harsh but I always try to do a book justice. If I don't like it I state clearly why, often giving examples. I definitely think that constructive criticizm is the best gift you can give to anybody. It might hurt at the beginning but it will be beneficial in the long term. If I write an essay I choose a topic that really interests me - otherwise there is no need to write anything at all. Your personal commitment will be clear for every reader. It is the feature which makes your blog different, fresh and interesting. Be yourself and show it!
Another rule is to react to feedback from my readers. I try to answer every single person, anonymous or not. I highly appreciate that you take time and effort to comment and I suppose every comment deserves an answer (apart from spam but there is an answer too - I delete it ;) ).
Now balancing life and blogging. Sometimes I feel I spend too much time on my blog and generally, in front of my computer. I try to take a day "off" every week but it is not always possible, for different reasons. If I am personally engaged in a book or in a story it is hard to me to let it go and progress to a new topic. Now question time for my readers - I would be pleased if you answered at least one of these questions in your comment! Thanks in advance!
- What is important to you as a blogger?
- How do you choose books/topics for your blog?
- How do you balance life and blogging?
- What would you like to change on your blog in the future?
