August is “Reader-Writer Connections” month here at TKZ.
Recently I invited readers of my newsletter to send me ideas for topics of discussion in future blogs. Deb Gorman suggested examining how writers succeed at connecting with readers. We began discussing the topic, and decided to look at the topic from both the perspective of the writer and the reader. Eventually we divided each perspective into (a) making the initial connection, and (b) maintaining a connection. Thus, we have four topics, one for each Friday in August.
Deb will be co-hosting these discussions. She’ll be asking the questions of the writers. I’ll be asking the readers. So, put your writer/reader hats on and prepare to give us some good advice from your experience.
Today we’ll look at #1, the Reader’s Perspective for finding a writer they want to follow.
And the questions:
As a reader
- What about a writer captures your attention or interest enough to make you begin following that writer’s blog/newsletter or social media or other content?
- What social media platform or site do you use to find new writers to follow?
- What specifically attracts you enough to try a new writer?
- Anything that is a big turn-off?
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Deb Gorman lives in the Pacific Northwest and writes stories of redemption and reconciliation. Her next book, No Tomorrows, is due to be released this fall. You can connect with her at her website: debggorman.com