Scheduling the date: Starting July 2013, I'm only scheduling guest posts twice a month: the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Please email me at elizabethspanncraig(at)gmail.com for available guest dates.
Post content: I'm looking for writing-related posts--these could be on anything from specific elements of the writing craft (character development, POV tips, plot pacing, writing a terrific antagonist) to a post covering your personal writing process, how you organize a manuscript, how you fit writing into your day, tips for promoting a book.
My favorite posts are the ones that are easily skimmed on a topic that most writers will relate to. Short paragraphs, the inclusion of either bullet points or subheads, and clear post structure help posts go viral.
My favorite posts are the ones that are easily skimmed on a topic that most writers will relate to. Short paragraphs, the inclusion of either bullet points or subheads, and clear post structure help posts go viral.
Post length and format: 250 to 900 word posts would be ideal, although I'll consider longer posts, too. You could either email the post as a Word attachment or paste it in the body of your email.
Extras: Feel free to include a plug for your books in a bio at the end (or in the content, if it is relevant to the post and contains useful information for writers), along with a photo of yourself, your book, or both.
Deadline: I'd prefer to get the post several days before it runs.
In addition: Please be available to respond to comments from readers.
Promo: I'll promote the post on Twitter and Facebook. The post will end up being included in my weekly Twitterific round-up on Sunday and will be included in the Writer's Knowledge Base search engine. If you could promote it on your end, that would be fantastic.
Thanks!