Blogging All-in-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Dive into the exciting blogosphere so you can create, publish, and maintain your own blog

Blogging is fun, and this comprehensive guide makes it easy to get started! From blogging terms and platforms to theories and effective strategies, you'll find all the information you need to join the blogosphere and achieve your goals. So start thinking about what you want to write about and get ready to head down the path to blogging success!

• Find a niche — determine what you want to write about and quickly set up your blog
• Blogging for business — follow steps to start a business blog and review companies that are doing it effectively to gain powerful ideas
• Picking a platform — select the best blogging applications and blog hosts to meet your needs
• Get a helping hand — learn about the tools to help with search engine optimization, analyze your blog's performance, create a podcast, and more
• Build a following — find out the secrets to blogging success, how to build a community, and ways to market your blog using social media
• Show me the money — discover the monetization opportunities waiting for you in the blogosphere, including enabling advertising, publishing sponsored reviews, and selling merchandise

Open the book and find:

• Advice for picking a domain name that stands out
• The rules of the blogosphere you must follow
• Details of WordPress®, Blogger, and Tumblr®
• Steps for creating a blog feed and adding images
• How to blog on the go using a mobile device
• Secrets to making money from your blogging efforts
• Microblogging basics using Twitter

8 books in 1

• Joining the Blogosphere
• Niche Blogging
• Corporate and Business Blogging
• Choosing a Blogging Application
• Blogging Tools
• Promoting and Growing Your Blog
• Making Money from Your Blog
• Microblogging with Twitter®