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Writing - Book Formats With Wide Margins

Book Formats With Wide Margins

For a traditional, print book, using wide margins can make the page look longer and wider. A good rule of thumb is to leave a one-inch margin all around the book, which allows enough room for a header and page number. Additionally, wide margins help avoid reader eye fatigue, and they’re a great way to add color. The disadvantage of having wide-margin pages is that readers don’t always see all of your text. If you’re going to include images, be sure to make your pages larger than the rest of the book. This will enhance the overall reading experience and …

Blogging - Tips For Writing Quality Blog Posts

Tips For Writing Quality Blog Posts

Do you know what writing quality blog posts are all about? If you are like the majority of blog readers, the answer is no. Many people struggle to find tips for writing quality blog posts simply because they do not know where or how to look for them. By the end of this article, I hope you will have a better idea about why tips for writing quality blog posts are so important and what you can begin to do today to put your best foot forward in this business. Are you someone that is looking for tips for writing …

Writing - What Are Blogs Used For

What Are Blogs Used For?

Blogs offer individuals and businesses alike an outlet to express their ideas, engage readers, demonstrate thought leadership, and generate SEO-friendly content. Blogs are online publications composed primarily of written text; however, they may also feature digital images (photoblogs), videos (vlogs), or music as content. Blogs may cover topics as varied as fashion, food, politics or information technology. They Are Used For Sharing Knowledge People use blogs primarily to share their knowledge with others. This may involve writing articles about a specific subject matter, providing tips and advice, or discussing experiences they’ve had. Blogs can also serve to raise awareness for …

Blogging - Photography Tips For Bloggers

Photography Tips For Bloggers

 If you want to take great photos for your blog, you need to learn how to capture the moment. Learn how to use different angles and use the zoom feature of your camera to get closer to your subject. Learn to use the natural light in your location, and make sure to use a tripod and remote control to take photos from an elevated position. Avoid taking pictures from moving vehicles. Lastly, use the correct shutter speed and avoid taking pictures of people. Use Natural Light And Adjust Light If Required One of the best ways to improve your blog’s …

How to Use the Eight Step Writing Process

How to Use The Eight Step Writing Process

The eight step writing process is a framework that teachers and students can use when they are trying to write a good piece of writing. It includes reading the question carefully, underlining important direction words in the passage, annotating the passage, and generating a thesis and supporting examples. Foss expects this process to be taught in all classes, including physical education and math. Students will also take written quizzes to test their knowledge of the process. Brainstorming and research-gathering Research-gathering and brainstorming are two essential steps in the eight step writing process. Brainstorming involves generating ideas, often in groups, and …

The Importance of Paragraph Headers in a Blog

The Importance of Paragraph Headers in a Blog

The importance of a paragraph header title in a blog post is often underestimated. A reader must first see an attractive headline and a neat, readable, descriptive statement about the post content. A paragraph header is also an exceptional opportunity to bring together visually appealing elements in a blog layout. Often, blogs are written with a loose, disorganized layout. This results in a disjointed, cluttered look that is not easy on the eyes. Visually Appealing Blog Layout As a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) writer, I know how important a visually appealing blog layout can be to optimize search engine rankings. …

Writing - The Marketing Value of a Good Book Cover

The Marketing Value of a Good Book Cover

An author may invest all the time, effort, and fortune in writing, editing, and publishing a book, but leaves very little for the cover design forgetting that the cover is the reader’s first impression of the book. For well-known authors, their books may sell themselves since the author has over time established trust in his content on the part of most readers. But for a new writer, you need to create that first impression with your book cover. One of the best gifts to give yourself as an author is time to find a professional cover designer who understands designs …

Writing - Writing Tips For Your First Novel

Writing Tips For Your First Novel

If you are working on your first novel, there are several things you need to know to make the writing process as smooth as possible. For instance, you need to know how to plot your novel. Moreover, you must know how to develop your characters. There are several methods you can use to do so. These include creating mood boards and fact files of your main characters. In addition, you should consider putting your main characters in difficult situations. Character development exercises To develop a strong character for your first novel, you must first identify the character’s background and goals. …

Writing - How to Improve Your Vocabulary

How to Improve Your Vocabulary to Improve Your Writing

One of the best ways to improve your vocabulary is to read. Whenever you read a new piece of material, make a note of any words you do not understand. You can use a pencil or highlighter to mark the words, and you can look up their definitions online or in the dictionary. If you do not know what a word means, try to find examples of how it is used in other sentences. This way, you can actively learn new words. Conversing improves vocabulary One of the best ways to improve your vocabulary is to converse. This will help …