I love to do research, and when I decided to start a blog, this fact came in very handy. I browsed the internet not only for tips on how to start a blog, but I also looked out for blogs and websites which I admired for inspiration.
I hope that the following list will be helpful to someone out there who really wants to start a writing blog. Here are my top 5 resources for writing and blogging inspiration:
Founded by: Mattie James, an American blogger and social media influencer.
Why you should check it out: Mattie’s style is no-nonsense and to the point when giving tips about how to improve your blog and how to provide valuable content for your followers.
Favourite posts:
The 4 Step Process To Creating Content Consistently.
3 Things You Need To Make Your Blog Look Good For Free (podcast).
2. 20-Nothings.:
Founded by: Jessie Rosen, an American writer.
Why you should check it out: Her writing style is very interesting and full of humour. I had been following her blog for a while before I started writing, and hers was one of the first blogs I went to for tips on how to start a blog.
Favourite posts:
How To Start A Blog in 7 Easy Steps.
7 Tips for Enhancing Your Blog.
Founded by: Adedoyin Jaiyesimi, a Nigerian writer and content creator.
Why you should check it out: This blog provides daily writing inspiration, writing tips, and also features writer interviews.
Favourite posts:
3 important things every writer needs to do to succeed.
Writer spotlight on yours truly, Ivie Eke!
Founded by: Emily Schuman, an American lifestlyle blogger.
Why you should check it out: The website has a vibrant but clean aesthetic, and Emily’s writing style is very clear and interesting. She has been blogging since 2008, a feat which I admire greatly.
Favourite posts:
The weekly ‘Links I love’ posts.
5. Grammarly.
Founded by: Alex Shevchenko and Max Lytvyn.
Why you should check it out: It provides great information about grammar and writing in general, in a fun, non-academic manner.
Favourite posts:
What other blogs would you recommend for writers?
Happy reading!
Ivie.
