As winter approaches, it's a good time to hunker down and
get some writing done. Whether you're pre-published, published, or a blogger,
you might want to think of doing some guest posts or scheduling blog posts for
the busy holiday season.
Here are some tips:
1. If you belong to
American Christian Fiction Writers, I urge you to join their email loop.
Bloggers will often post opportunities for guest spots, especially at this time
of the year. Many popular blogs fill their calendars a six months to a year in
advance.
2. Do you have a book
coming out soon? You can let folks know your desire for influencers, guest
posts, or advanced readers. Besides the ACFW loop, Facebook groups, Twitter,
Google+, and LinkedIn are a good way to connect with others who might be
interested in featuring your book.
3. Scheduling posts
for your blog makes a lot of sense throughout the year, but during holidays
it's even more important. When you've got food to prepare, a home to decorate,
gifts to buy, preparations for guests in addition to normal activities, you can
breathe easier knowing you've got 5-10 posts scheduled. It's a great stress
buster.
Bonus idea: Look for
recipes, crafts, or decorating ideas to include with your holiday-themed posts.
A link within a post can add value to your blog.
Writers and Readers:
How do you keep up with blogging/writing/life during this season? Please
share your thoughts and ideas.
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