May 9, 2012 / Community Pool

Community Pool

The place for feedback, advice, and friendly blogging chatter.

Have you just published a new post and are dying for some feedback? Did you recently start your blog and could use some layout or design advice from your more seasoned peers?

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  3. Hollaa!!
    So I have a CHALLENGE for you all writers/ bloggers or poets out there! Just write a post on this month’s topic – The heartbreaks and get featured on my blog! Another great way to meet bloggers!

    Just tab here and Check it out! –
    https://being1nsane.wordpress.com/2016/05/06/can-you-steal-the-limelight-with-mays-wonderful-ttt/

    So go get writing. I hope you at least try. It’ll be fun!

    Pretty sure this post will be different from the rest here 😉

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  4. Good evening bloggers! If you have not already had the chance to, please stop by and check out my blog. I am a new writer and now self published author. WordPress has been my back bone for the last year and has successfully provided a fantastic platform for me to launch my debut thriller, A Hole in Serenity. It would be great to hear from you all so please do stop by and say hi! Take care, Mark.
    http://www.markdraycott.com

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  7. Hey guys! I had a great experience on here last time so here goes again. I have 2 posts that are very different. One is for humor with a few memes and the other is for Marvel fans to learn more about the Superhero Balck Panther. Both are part of their own series, so I would like feedback about layout, content quality, etc. Thanks in advance!

    Humor series:
    http://checkmeoutbro.com/meme-monday-marvel-edition/

    Superhero Series:
    http://checkmeoutbro.com/black-panther-10-things-you-should-know/

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  10. Hi guys! I have recently started blogging because I would like to share my knowledge about Socionics and how to use it in dealing with people and their differences. I work with people so I have a great pool of “subjects” hehe =) would be a waste not to share! Positive stuff, advice on relationships and NO dramas there! https://socionikat.wordpress.com Cheers! 😉

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  12. Hi guys! A new post went up today! (I might/might not have gotten an award.)
    If you want to check out a site that has a random Indian trying to juggle writing (she’s really trying) and her ever failing attempts at yoga, YOU. SHOULD. CHECK. IT. OUT.
    https://a28598blog.wordpress.com
    I was told promoting would help! (I kind of went all out maybe. Ignore that.)

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  17. Hi guys!
    Recently I started my site and I’m super excited about your feedback. 🙌😊 I posted few posts about some Croatian destinations which should be interesting to you and also there there will be “girly” posts where I’ll present you some of my routines, products I use and so on… If you’re interested, visit my page and show some love! XO 😊💋 http://xomarina.com/

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  21. Hey all, happy Monday!!
    So today I got a surprise, amanpan featured me in her amazing blog

    “newswiretalk Aki’s blog is fairly new, well organized and lovely. Drop in and show your support.”

    Check out my blog.. I have written this new post on my personal experience 🙂 https://newswiretalk.wordpress.com/2016/05/06/once-upon-a-time-no-bird-came/

    Also check my Guest post section https://newswiretalk.wordpress.com/tips-tricks/

    Thank you
    Aki

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    1. I read and commented. One thing I’m wondering is if your format is mobile responsive? It isn’t on my iPhone. Loved your recent post about your child preparing to move out.

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      1. I appreciate your comments! I checked with WordPress helpdesk and they were able to access and it was responsive. So not too sure why you are having issues. Thank you for the encouragement too!

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      2. It’s responsive in that I can view it, but it doesn’t show a mobile version when loaded outside of the WordPress app. Maybe it is just my phone. Choosing a template with a mobile version has been really important to my blog views so I have found. Again, it may just be something wacky with my phone.

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  26. I wrote this post last night. I am attempting to post some stories I heard growing up. They are true stories! I would love feedback, and feel free to proofread for me! Luvs ya!

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    1. I’m an atheist and have just read your post. Whilst I can’t connect on a spiritual level personally I think you write well and it is clear you are passionate! I’m not religious myself but I think it is great that you are sharing your positive message with others who can relate!

      Have a great day!

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      1. Thanks for the feedback. I’m still playing with my writing and approach.

        In order for something to reach you do you feel all mention of God should be left out or do you think that some writing still has value to you whether God is mentioned or not? Honest perspective is appreciated! Thanks!

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      2. I’ll be honest as soon as religion is mentioned I get put off a little as it isn’t something that I connect with. I don’t think I would mind small amounts but sometimes it can be a bit much for me. On the other hand sometimes it can be interesting when people explain their beliefs and culture and how religion has affected them. I don’t know does that sound really contradictory 😂

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      3. No it makes sense. It sounds like you are more inclined to hear about religion if it’s from a personal perspective? Because it can help you understand an individual or culture? That’s what I’m getting from it. That may be a wrong assessment. Maybe I just want that to be your meaning since I have recently made my blog more personal lol.

        Thanks for taking the time to comment. I’m open to any of your thoughts if you choose to share. Thanks again!

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      4. Yeah I think it’s always interesting too see what different people believe and how religion affects them! Although I’m not religious I think live and let live and let anyone believe in what they like as long as it is positive! 😄

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      1. I had that one, it was incredible!! I just wished I hadn’t looked up the calories after so I didn’t feel as guilty haha but it was my birthday, why not 😄 Thank you for taking a glance 🙂

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