Lately I just haven’t had much idea of what to write about. Of course, I can keep everyone updated on where my alts are and how we’re progressing in raids… but I like to post useful, helpful posts on occasion.
The problem is, I haven’t been able to think of what!
I’m sure I’m not the only one who comes up against this issue once in a while. So I’ve compiled a list of resources that I find helpful in this situation. These are all ways to jump start your writing. If you have any other tips, please let me know!
Every week, Blog Azeroth/Twisted Nether writes a topic that they’d like to get others opinions on. Not only is this a great way to get inspiration for what to write, but it’s also a good way to get your name out there. Post in the forums and let them
The rest of the forums are also a great place for ideas. There’s a Blogstorming forum as well as a forum for swapping guest posts.
Other Blogs
If you’re a WoW blogger, chances are you also read a lot of other WoW blogs. Find an interesting post? Don’t just comment on it… write your own post discussing why you agree/disagree with it, or expand on the topic. Bloggers love to have such in depth feedback, just be sure to link back to the original post you enjoyed!
Twitter is a great place to meet other WoW players and discuss the game with them. It’s also a great place to get blogging help. All you have to do is ask! Ask if anyone has a topic they would like covered, ask opinions and do an analysis of them. You can also just listen: “I wish there was a post out there about …” or “Can someone write or point me in the direction of a post about …” are good starting points if you see them.
Nibuca (Mystic Chicanery) made this suggestion to me, and I think it’s a great idea. It never would have crossed my mind as I avoid the Official Forums like the plague! Just venture on in, head to an applicable forum (Achievements, Hunter, Quests, etc.) and find the first question you can answer, then write a post about it.
Write a story
I was never into creative writing much, but I’ve found I quite enjoy it now that I’ve written a few things based on my WoW Characters. You’ll never know until you try! Expand on your characters, give them a history.
I’ll be joining the Twisted Nether Blogcast again for a round table discussion tonight! It’ll include Hydra of Almost Evil and Brigwyn of The Hunting Lodge, as well as myself (and the hosts, of course). We’re going to discuss all the excitement of BlizzCon, since we were all there to enjoy it.
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