Content Planning
How to Craft an Editorial Calendar That Works for You
A simple, flexible system to plan your blog posts weeks ahead — without turning blogging into a second job.
The blog
All guides
Practical, step-by-step guides on starting, writing, planning and growing a blog.
SEO & Growth
SEO and Blogging: A Beginner’s Guide
The handful of SEO habits that actually matter for a new blog: search intent, keywords, on-page basics, internal links and patience.
Writing
Free Blog Post Templates (Copy and Paste)
Five copy-and-paste blog post templates for how-to guides, list posts, reviews, comparisons and personal stories, with tips for filling them in.
Start a Blog
How to Choose a Blog Niche (With 60 Ideas)
A simple 5-step method to find a blog niche you'll enjoy writing about and readers will want to read, plus 60 niche ideas to spark your thinking.
Monetization
Affiliate Blogging for Beginners
How affiliate marketing works on a blog, how to find programs, which posts convert best and how to stay honest and compliant.
WordPress & Design
Blog Design Tips for a Clean, Readable Blog
Practical design tips that make blogs easier to read and more trustworthy: typography, color, layout, images, navigation and the minimal look that never gets boring.
Blog Types
Food Blogging for Beginners
How to start a food blog that stands out: finding your angle, writing recipe posts readers love, food photography basics and how food blogs grow and earn.
Writing
Best Books About Blogging, Writing and Creative Work
Twelve well-known books that help bloggers write better, build an audience, stay consistent and think about their work, with who each book is best for.
Blog Types
Mom Blogging: A Realistic Guide
How to start a mom or parenting blog with a clear angle, protect your family's privacy, fit blogging into busy days and grow a supportive audience.
Monetization
Blogging With Google AdSense: What New Bloggers Should Know
How Google AdSense works for blogs, what Google looks for before approving a site, how to place ads without ruining the reading experience and realistic earnings.
Content Planning
Social Media Content Calendar: A Simple System for Bloggers
How to plan social media for your blog without it taking over your life: choosing platforms, content types, a weekly template and scheduling.
SEO & Growth
Guest Blogging: A Practical Guide
How to use guest posting to reach new readers and build authority: finding the right blogs, pitching, writing a great post and following up.