tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post4182376055060546029..comments2024-03-19T03:17:32.228-04:00Comments on Author, Jody Hedlund: Blogging ChangesJody Hedlundhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-28775130599966814502013-09-27T14:11:30.457-04:002013-09-27T14:11:30.457-04:00Hello admin,
Thanks for your helping and valuable ...Hello admin,<br />Thanks for your helping and valuable article post about multiple authors to blog. This post is equally important and wonderful resource.<br /><br />Best Regards,<br />ataurAtaur Rahmanhttp://updateseolink.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-73918037679191789892013-09-11T13:11:16.871-04:002013-09-11T13:11:16.871-04:00I always felt compelled to start a blog in order t...I always felt compelled to start a blog in order to enhance/complement my freelance editing business.<br /><br />Thankfully I never started it, since guilt is no reason to blog and it does take up a lot of time. My only hope is that blogs that are truly useful and interesting, and have passionate owners, keep thriving. Before, it seemed that everyone felt the need to have a blog--I'm all about quality over quantity.<br /><br />Hope your new blogging schedule works out for you. I predict it will!Lauren I. Ruizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17357635176993476733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-77981686967818894742013-09-11T06:41:46.206-04:002013-09-11T06:41:46.206-04:00I'm actually blogging more -- every day, as a ...I'm actually blogging more -- every day, as a matter of fact.But I want to be a career writer and live off my writing, so I consider it training in my time management. I write the blog at times when I don't write fiction and do most of the week all at once. I also don't labor over revising the posts -- write it and it's done. <br /><br />However, a lot of the blogger writers I've seen use their fiction writing time to produce the blogs, spend hours on the revision, and then complain about how much time it takes. I just sent off one story, am working on another one, coming up with five fiction ideas a day, writing a novel, and writing the blog posts. <br /><br />The time suck I've killed off is Twitter. I hated it from the start, was bad at it, and it was a time suck. I only post to it maybe once or twice day, if the mood strikes.Linda Maye Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07203020058437093901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-37821415014466065822013-09-09T08:57:38.461-04:002013-09-09T08:57:38.461-04:00I cut back long ago, but perversely, I've star...I cut back long ago, but perversely, I've starting blogging again nearly every day! This is because I'm blogging a book for the audience who actually does come to my blog - indie authors (or authors of any stripe). I've known for some time that my blog isn't for my readers (except as a static site to find me). My readers discover me in many digital pathways, but that's not a primary one. However, I do have a platform there that can help other authors (by sharing what I've learned) and so I'm continuing to use it for that purpose, even accelerating it (temporarily). Susan Kaye Quinnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07348197999397141067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-72571956872458838322013-09-07T22:09:05.413-04:002013-09-07T22:09:05.413-04:00Thanks, Ashely! I appreciate the vote of confidenc...Thanks, Ashely! I appreciate the vote of confidence in my blog! That means so much. Yes, I think we are seeing a come back in short stories, especially e-shorts. Writers can sell them fairly cheaply or give them away for free as a way to draw readers into their other works. I've seen some authors use the e-short as a prologue teaser for an upcoming release, some use the e-short to tell minor character stories. The possibilities are limitless!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-60705295842261215462013-09-07T16:11:35.128-04:002013-09-07T16:11:35.128-04:00I love your blog posts and I hate to see you cut b...I love your blog posts and I hate to see you cut back, but I definitely understand. I've noticed that the blogs that I follow have steadily been declining in posts and comments. Authors get busy and something just has to go. <br />Are short stories coming back *in* or something? They used to be popular. I love them. Call me crazy, but I'd rather read multiple short stories about a particular character or place than a novel. Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15625227889880404136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-54306088746440780132013-09-06T21:24:44.774-04:002013-09-06T21:24:44.774-04:00Good point, Addy Rae! Many people who subscribe vi...Good point, Addy Rae! Many people who subscribe via email might not come to blogs to comment. But they're still keeping up with the blogger. Thanks for that reminder! :-)Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-73532878382841662762013-09-06T15:36:31.424-04:002013-09-06T15:36:31.424-04:00I read your posts regularly... but I read them in ...I read your posts regularly... but I read them in my email. So, I wonder how many people just don't show up as a stat for you because they haven't actually visited your page that day? (I will admit I don't comment much. I feel like I shouldn't if I haven't read the other comments, and I just don't have time to read them all!)Addy Raehttp://www.addyrae.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-87619519758811127962013-09-06T09:28:30.230-04:002013-09-06T09:28:30.230-04:00I read your blog almost every week, but I hardly e...I read your blog almost every week, but I hardly ever comment, so I'm a sort of invisible visitor! :) I'll miss your Thursday posts, but I'm happy to hear that you'll still be posting on Tuesdays. There are so many different seasons in life and I hope and pray that this one - writing, co-opping, homeschooling, blogging, etc. - is blessed in so many ways for you and your family too.<br /><br />It's interesting noting the changes in blogging. I'm a teeny-tiny blogger, but I see so many changes from when I started in 2007 and started again in 2009. The blogging world changes so much so fast.<br /><br />I sympathise with the writers who choose to channel their creativity into novellas, short stories, etc. I think we're really blessed to have those options available now. Thank you so much for keeping blogging yourself however! :)Elisabeth Allenhttp://www.hopescribbles.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-66345991480923533272013-09-05T09:04:18.526-04:002013-09-05T09:04:18.526-04:00Perhaps part of the problem is lengthy blog posts....Perhaps part of the problem is lengthy blog posts. In the expanding digital era, people have short attention spans. Writing a post of 400-500 words takes less time, forces a writer to be succinct, and engages busy readers.Kathy Steinemannhttp://kathysteinemann.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-12559066869936822462013-09-04T21:08:50.649-04:002013-09-04T21:08:50.649-04:00Hi Everyone!! So sorry I've been late in respo...Hi Everyone!! So sorry I've been late in responding to your comments! This is my first week back at school, so things are a little crazy.<br /><br />But I just wanted to let you know how much I've appreciated all of your feedback regarding blogging. Again, I thank all of you who have been such regular readers and supporters of my blog! You're the best! :-)Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-77931387286769203482013-09-04T19:42:48.485-04:002013-09-04T19:42:48.485-04:00Yes, I feel like over the past 5 1/2 years the adv...Yes, I feel like over the past 5 1/2 years the advice has changed from "You have to have a blog!" to "You have to blog more!" (went to 3x a week)...and now it's definitely swinging the other way. Fiction authors who've been at it for a while have definitely burnt out on topics at this point. I'm down to 1x a week, but I'm currently doing a series of pinnable quotes from my upcoming Viking novel release--not even a real "post." I'm hoping people will come find ME when I have a book to offer. But in the meantime, I have built up a lovely following and I'm so pleased that many of them have followed me every step of the writing journey. I'll just be glad when they can finally hold one of my books in their hands (or on their e-readers). Honestly, I have much more interaction and participation on my FB Author Page.<br /><br />And all the best w/the co-op--you're so right--it's a LOT of work! I taught a writing class last year and it was stressful but SO FUN and rewarding, at the same time.<br /><br />Blessings, Jody!Heather Day Gilberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12353914883176152555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-80538805260176829772013-09-04T04:54:55.425-04:002013-09-04T04:54:55.425-04:00I've definitely noticed a drop in the number o...I've definitely noticed a drop in the number of people commenting on my blog. Most people who are interested in following me do it on Facebook or Twitter now, and comment there more than on the blog itself.Paul Anthony Shortthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14393249001158230985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-82330971566710781292013-09-03T18:35:12.959-04:002013-09-03T18:35:12.959-04:00well written and the truth!Focusing on my readers ...well written and the truth!Focusing on my readers and posting when I can.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07077825714294286210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-47727506710238868542013-09-03T18:30:29.128-04:002013-09-03T18:30:29.128-04:00Your posts are always so thorough and thoughtful. ...Your posts are always so thorough and thoughtful. It makes sense to me that if other things are pulling you away, you'd had to pull back here. I give you credit for your diligence over the past several years. I'll be looking every Tuesday. Wishing you the best.Lizahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16170701034715108039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-27299843668120224862013-09-03T18:02:39.179-04:002013-09-03T18:02:39.179-04:00I can understand your need to cut down on blogging...I can understand your need to cut down on blogging to once a week. I read quite a few blogs (including Writes of Passage). Sometimes it gets a bit overwhelming but I enjoy reading about new books and getting to know authors through blogs. Sometimes I comment, sometimes I just don't have the time or anything to contribute. I sometimes wonder how you authors do so much, especially those of you who homeschool too.<br />Thanks for making the effort to connect with your readers; however, I don't think you "owe" that to us. I'd still read your books even if you didn't have a blog or a Facebook page to "like."Pam K.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-69813812067655723532013-09-03T15:34:19.148-04:002013-09-03T15:34:19.148-04:00I have actually seen an increase in comments and f...I have actually seen an increase in comments and followers on my blog - maybe because of the topic - personal experience with Alzheimers / dementia. But I agree that we have to keep the balance on our personal blogs with other writing projects and we have to know how to set boundaries. www.rjthesman.netRJ Thesmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17883520477240026992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-40848112981130415192013-09-03T12:20:03.947-04:002013-09-03T12:20:03.947-04:00Dearest Jody!
I feel sad you are cutting back on ...Dearest Jody!<br /><br />I feel sad you are cutting back on your blogs, but I DO understand the reasons behind your decision. I always enjoy your posts immensely and I'm so pleased you'll still be a regular on WOP. I'd certainly miss you,if you weren't!<br />Funny,how you posted this topic,at this particular time. A friend and I were speaking about this very thing, when we were on Skype last night.<br /><br />Take care and all the best in your new venture!:0)Aussie Book Loverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12394541777069227766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-59454706190809962482013-09-03T11:43:13.861-04:002013-09-03T11:43:13.861-04:00I've also noticed a decline in both blogging a...I've also noticed a decline in both blogging and comments. It's really hard to keep up with writing 2-3 good blog posts a week, on top of work, family and writing, too. I went down to once a week on my blog. I used to do 4x a week when I first started a few years ago.Laurie Evanshttp://www.handymancraftywoman.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-32392754633427798972013-09-03T10:50:09.572-04:002013-09-03T10:50:09.572-04:00I still like blogging, but I cut back a long time ...I still like blogging, but I cut back a long time ago. That has kept it a fun thing to do rather than a chore. The chore comes from keeping up with all the blogs I follow.<br /><br />I've noticed a large drop in blogging lately but it's done that before and then comes back.H. R. Sinclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06715450637785127208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-47256941413861044972013-09-03T09:46:18.856-04:002013-09-03T09:46:18.856-04:00I have noticed huge changes in blogging since I fi...I have noticed huge changes in blogging since I first began. With the exception of a few bloggers who have hung in there along with me, so many have either left or, changes completely what their blog is about. I haven't posted much over the last year - mainly due to health issues - but I'm still hanging in and I'm trying to get back at it. But yes, things are not the same and I don't have the same enthusiasm I once did.Wendy Tyler Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10841984342368861282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-3271533697485392672013-09-03T09:26:58.973-04:002013-09-03T09:26:58.973-04:00I'm sad to see you move down to only one post ...I'm sad to see you move down to only one post a week, Jody. But at the same time, I understand. But I've often thought that blogging is not something a person can do for years on end without constantly creating new content. I mean, how much can one person say about writing or homemaking or positive thinking, etc. before they start to repeat themselves. That said, I really appreciate this blog and usually check it for every post, and no, once a week doesn't seem like nearly enough. This makes me really glad Seekerville is still around and posts so often, because some book and writing nuts like me never get tired of the subject. :-/Naomi Rawlingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02431203734855694561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-13386924829831225692013-09-03T09:16:57.941-04:002013-09-03T09:16:57.941-04:00Catherine J - I have problems commenting on here s...Catherine J - I have problems commenting on here sometimes. I don't know if it's because I use a mobile. Anyway I think you could almost link to your Writes of Passage posts on here and not bother blogging at all here when you're busy. Ihave noticed lots of friends blogging almost bi-monthly and their followers are still there because they've connected regularly on Facebook. I think different schedules for different seasons is a great idea.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-53943372449158219772013-09-03T09:13:35.513-04:002013-09-03T09:13:35.513-04:00I have noticed the somewhat decline in blogging. I...I have noticed the somewhat decline in blogging. I know I'm guilty of straying from a dedicated posting (weekly, etc.) As for comments, I discovered through Google post stats that a post which might garner 8 comments, has 61 views. This shows up in varying degrees on different post. Readers usually read a post through various social media outlets, but don't link over to the actual post to comment. Today's world is fast paced and can be somewhat overwhelming when it comes to actually socializing. (Hugs)IndigoSage Ravenwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17143502548162174269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-60194095264368687692013-09-03T09:10:33.176-04:002013-09-03T09:10:33.176-04:00I look forward to your blogs every week, Jody. The...I look forward to your blogs every week, Jody. They are always informative and insightful for me, but I understand your need to cut back. Congratulations on your new endeavors! I look forward to hearing more when you are able to reveal more. Shelly Daumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02783105000628699370noreply@blogger.com