I figured that giving the opportunity to reach an audience considerable larger then my own, I would seek some advice on writing careers. I have been researching careers in writing for some time now. And, all I need is something to tide me over until I become a famous author. The choices are a little confusing or maybe I am lazy, but I can’t seem to find a job that quite suits me. You be the judge?
Please check it out and let me know what you think.
Last week, an interview that I conducted a couple of months ago was posted on My First Book. It was a really great interview and I am happy it is out there because the interview is so me. If that makes sense. And, it surprised me just how different things where just 2 month ago. Two months ago I had not finished my first draft of ‘I’m Coming Home’. Two months ago, I didn’t have an outline for another story and ready to tackle another challenge (Campnano starts in 3 days). And, 2 months ago, I didn’t really have a clue how writing would become so much a part of my life the way it has. I enjoy conducting interviews because I can learn so much from other, but I had no idea in doing an interview, I would learn so much about myself.
Thanks so much Misha.
Interesting
A couple of items I found interesting this week:
In the last two week, I had two days with huge numbers on my site. I like to think it was because of my brilliant content, but part of it is what I am calling the ‘Stumble Upon Effect’. I have a Stumble Upon tribe in Triberr and all we are required to do is Stumble each others post and I am happy to see that it has increased my site hits. And, the most popular page viewed on those two days – Tattoo Tuesday. If you want to gain some exposure, submit your tattoo stories. I would love to feature you on Tattoo Tuesday.
Another Triberr related item of interest, my blog friend Fel at The Peasant Revolt shared her thoughts on SEO. I admit I am clueless about why this is so important to grow your blog traffic and she clears it up a bit. She also shares a fun webinar by one of the Triberr creators Dino Dogan on the this topic. Great stuff.
Another great post I came across was over at Pensuasion called A Modern Make-Over: The Classics Retold. As someone who loves movies, old and new, I found it interesting her take on how well these modern make overs retold the classics we know and love.
I’m Going to Camp
That’s right people. I am going to camp. I have once again signed up for a 50,000 words in 31 days challenge and this time it is called CampNaNo. I am basically testing out my theory that I brought up last month about whether my first writing experience in JuNoWriMo ruined me. All things came together in June, which allowed me to write a good and complete first draft. So, the real test is, can I do it again.
I am on track with finishing my outline, character and scene sketches. The more I get into this story the excited I am to tell it. You can follow my progress with daily update under the Sydney Aaliyah Writes tab at the top. Wish me luck!
New Followers – thanks so much to my new followers, you guys and gals are awesome.
Tuesday – Tattoo Tuesday
Wednesday – Insecure Writer’s Support Group & First day of Campnano
Friday – Blog Post – I am prepared this week
Sunday – My Weekly Update
Sydney Aaliyah Michelle 