When Should an Author Blog?

Today’s post takes a look at a much-debated question: when, where, and how much should an author blog? The answer is: “it depends on several factors.” Let’s examine some of them in more detail: 1. When Should an Author Start Blogging? It’s never too soon–or too late–for an author to blog. Blogging increases visibility, and builds platform, at any stage of an author’s career. However, blogging is “short-form writing,” which differs from writing novels, so it does represent a completely different skill. Some novelists may not make great bloggers – and that’s OK. Blogging is not a mandatory element of writing

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