We’d love to hear from you if you have an idea for a blog. Some have asked us about what a blog could look like – in this post we give some thoughts on blog writing for Wigwam.
Here at Wigwam we have absolutely loved all the varied contributions that now appear on our website. We’ve had some wonderful articles in our first weeks – including a Cheltenham Tattooist talking Areola Tattooing, what makes the biggest difference to healing, one womans’ terminal cancer story, a look at our Helpline and a powerful and thought-provoking collection of art looking at cancer taboo topics.
See our blogs at: https://www.wigwam.org.uk//blog
Words and photos. We are pretty flexible in terms of word count and also the number of photos/images. However we do like photos as they can really help tell the story. Not only do they make the blog more attractive they have also been shown to increase readership. Indeed blog articles containing images are said to receive 94% more views (ii)!
Copyright, permission and reputations. Blog authors in their articles must also not harm the reputation of another person, group, or organization and have permission to use any content or own the copyright (including photos/images).
Brevity and clarity. We love if authors share something of themselves and in their own style. However we know short sentences and paragraphs make for easier reading.
So what about it? Do get in touch with an idea and we are happy to discuss. At the moment we already have quite a number in the pipeline to publish but we are always looking for more.
Blog post by Philip Booth, a Coordinator for Wigwam Cancer Support Groups
Email Philip and Clare on: Wigwam@yestolife.org.uk
Notes:
(i) https://yestolife.org.uk/disclaimer/
(ii) https://www.searchenginejournal.com/effectively-use-visual-storytelling-infographic/136436/
(iii) https://slate.com/technology/2013/06/how-people-read-online-why-you-wont-finish-this-article.html
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