How to Develop a Large Blog Following

Q: I recently started a blog and want to get as many readers as possible. How do I do that? You have probably read about how some blogs have hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of readers and it’s natural to wonder how you can do that with your own blog. Whether it is for […]

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Why Should I Start a Blog?

In recent years, millions of people have taken the plunge and joined the blogosphere, but there are also many who are still skeptical of its benefits. Some are stuck on the idea that blogs are little more than personal diaries broadcast over the web, and do not recognize other contexts for which they might be […]

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What is a WordPress Theme Framework?

Q: I just heard about WordPress frameworks, like Headway and Genesis. What are they and are they different from a WordPress theme? When you’re setting up a site with WordPress, it’s common to think of two choices for the design: free and paid themes. With free themes, you simply install and start blogging without spending […]

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4 Alternatives to WordPress for Blog and Website Creation

Q: I want to start a website, but I don’t know how to do it. I’ve heard good things about WordPress, but are there any other options I should consider? For many, WordPress has become practically synonymous with blogging and for good reason: it’s open source, easy-to-use and extremely flexible. But it’s certainly not the […]

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How to Find Online Images You Can Use on Your Blog

Q: Can I take pictures from other sites or Google Images and use them on my blog? What other options do I have? With any blog or website, visuals are important in giving readers a good experience. Including an interesting image or graphic can do a lot to punch up your posts, whereas visitors are […]

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5 Tips on Blog Post Writing That Will Help You Stand Out

Q: What are some tips for better blog post writing that will earn me more attention in the blogosphere? Blogs are great for many reasons. They are an excellent way to explore your personal interests and hobbies. You can use them to promote a project, business or organization. Some people even blog to network in […]

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