Blog Critique By Laura Barnes


Blog in need of improvement? Check.

Today, Laura Barnes from Laura B. Writer is critiquing my blog. She's generously offering me advice on how to write and present a more effective blog, which should help the site gain a larger readership.

Enthusiasm? Check.

I'm excited and a bit nervous about the whole process. The only critiques I participate in are with my Bucks County Writers Group with a total of 3 members. Receiving feedback will never get easy, but I'm always grateful for every piece of advice. It helps me be a better writer and communicator. When I start to panic, I just keep reminding myself no one can reach greatness hiding under the bed.

Suit of armor? Check. 

Ready to slide under the bed.
So, head on over to Laura B. Writer and see what blogging wisdom Laura has given me. If you see something you like or think could use some tweaking on my blog, leave a message on her post. Every little bit helps.

Thank you Laura and bloggers for all your help and support!

Comments

Matthew MacNish said…
Great critique! Laura is so good at this.
January 25, 2012 at 12:34 PM
Melissa Sugar said…
Awesome critique. I love Laura and her critique post are my favorite. One day I will be brave enough to ask for my own. (hopefully)
January 26, 2012 at 8:37 PM
Amie Kaufman said…
Worth the bravery! Here's to using the feedback and heading on to bigger, better things!
January 28, 2012 at 7:32 PM
Alex Villasante said…
Brave lass! I've signed up for Laura's blog crit too, and I'm trying to spiff mine up before march rolls around. Good crit!
January 31, 2012 at 1:36 PM
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