When I started this blog back in 2013, I was certain no one would read anything I wrote. I always had a love hate relationship with writing. What I realized in 2013 was that the content I was writing was actually the issue. I liked writing. I just didn’t like what I wrote. In college, I got more freedom to write the topics I wanted and I was later introduced to blogging. The freedom blogging allowed me was refreshing. My initial post were terrible which is typical for first time bloggers. They were too short, inconsistent, and uninspired.
Back then I was too intimidated to write anything longer. I didn’t want people to read too much of what I wrote, as if I could hide. Was my grammar bad? Did I make sense? Were my topics interesting? I had a serious case of imposter syndrome. My writing style was immature. I had no confidence in my voice. What gave me the right to write on any topic, particularly anime. Was my experience sufficient? I decided to just do it. If no one read what I wrote so be it. Anime was a major part of my life and I hoped I could find an audience. I think I did.
9 tips for blogging
- Stay Consistent, Not Constant
You don’t need to post daily. You just need to keep posting. Try to set a schedule you can actually maintain — even if that’s once a week or twice a month. Your readers will adapt to your. I fail at this all time. Even now I have to write out a schedule and I always fail to keep it. Playing catch up can be annoying but it’s necessary sometimes. Give yourself some grace. I have found specifically with writing about anime, trying to post about a series you don’t like or are lukewarm on just because it’s popular isn’t going to work. - Find Your Voice — Then Sharpen It
Your voice is what keeps people coming back. It’s what makes you unique. Are you snarky? Poetic? Super analytical? Lean into it. The more “you” your writing feels, the more memorable it becomes. Be inspired by others don’t copy. - Don’t Obsess Over the Algorithm
Yes, SEO and timing matter — but they won’t replace passion or quality. Write with people in mind first. The clicks will follow. I have wasted hours reading the many tips, tricks, and advice to increase your exposure on the internet. It can be overwhelming. Do most of the simple stuff. Tags, categories, good headlines, and a decent length. - Revisit & Refresh Old Content
Your backlog is gold. Update old posts with new info, better formatting, or added visuals. Link back to them in newer posts. Don’t let them gather dust! Some posts don’t have any value to your blog or in general. Don’t be afraid to delete them. MAKE SURE YOU REDIRECT THE DELETED POST. Others can be merged or repurposed. It can be time consuming but fun. - Create Evergreen + Timely Mixes
Balance “timeless” posts (like a guide to anime tropes) with timely ones (seasonal reviews, new releases). That way you’re always reaching both new and returning readers. As I mentioned previously don’t overwhelmed yourself with too many series at once, and don’t be afraid to drop a series if your too over-extended. Evergreen content requires more time to produce, but doesn’t need to much editing afterward. - Build a Community, Not Just a Following
Reply to comments. Shout out fans. Start discussions. A blog is more fun when it becomes a conversation — not just a broadcast. At this point, my blog is mostly broadcasting. It’s entirely my fault. My failure to interact with my audience and go to other blogs and comment, has largely limited my communication with the larger anime community. I always hope to do better. I think you should definitely make the effort. - Use Lists, Visuals, and Breaks
Chunky paragraphs are the anime equivalent of filler arcs. Break things up with headers, images, bullet points, and even memes. Keep it scrollable and swimmable. I mostly keep things simple, but use any visual content you like. Keep in mind that the speed of a page is effected by the amount of content you use. - Take Notes on Everything
Got a random thought while watching a show? Write it down. Have an idea for a new posts, write it down. Even if it’s just a couple of words or some brainstorming. Play with titles, headings, lists, and opinions. - Don’t Burn Out Chasing “Perfect”
Some posts will flop. Some will go mini-viral for reasons you don’t understand. Don’t chase perfection — chase momentum. Done is better than perfect. After all these years it’s impossible for me to predict which post will do better than others. The more popular series usually do better. However, a series that has a small niche audience can produce views because there’s only a few posts about it.
