Create Your Own Blog: 6 Easy Projects to Start Blogging Like a Pro, 2/e

This is the eBook version of the printed book.This book is for everyone who ever wanted to have a blog of your own, but wasn't sure if they could handle the technology - or the content. Top blogger Tris Hussey brings together everything new bloggers need: "quick and dirty" primers on the technology and culture of blogging, plus step-by-step instructions for building six of the most popular types of blogs: " Personal blogs " Business blogs " Multimedia blogs, audio… (more)

This is the eBook version of the printed book.This book is for everyone who ever wanted to have a blog of your own, but wasn't sure if they could handle the technology - or the content. Top blogger Tris Hussey brings together everything new bloggers need: "quick and dirty" primers on the technology and culture of blogging, plus step-by-step instructions for building six of the most popular types of blogs: " Personal blogs " Business blogs " Multimedia blogs, audio and video (vlogs) " Portfolio blogs for artists " Blogging with Tumblr and Posterous " Building a regular website using a blog engine Hussey helps new bloggers chose the right tool for their needs, and covers every facet of blogging, from writing to publicity. Along the way, he demystifies blogging, and helps readers get past the worries that trip up novice bloggers - such as "How do I handle comments?" "How public do I want to be?" and "What if my posts aren't good enough?" Along the way, he shares all the tips and tricks he's uncovered over 12 years of web design and nearly five years as a blogger. This exceptionally well-organized, well-written, and passionate book will inspire any potential blogger -- regardless of their goals or experience.