Book Blogger Hop

Happy Friday! It's time for the Book Blogger Hop. I love the questions we get each week to get to know each other better. I've been learning so much from all of the wonderful bloggers out there.

This weeks question is: "How do you spread the word about your blog?"

When I first started blogging I had no clue there was such a big book blogging community! I started out with just my friends following, then I discovered Book Blogs Ning. That helped me really discover the community.

I began participating in memes such as this one as well as In My Mailbox and Waiting on Wednesday. I also got involved with Bloggiesta this year. In addition to this, I include information about my blog in my email signature and I often post about what I'm doing on my blog on Facebook.

And of course, there is networking through blogs. I love reading other blogs and I try to comment as much as I can. I've been having a hard time lately keeping up with the busyness of back to school and getting into a new routine. But I'm able to read and comment more and more each day which is great!

What has worked well for you when networking your blog? Thanks for taking the time to hop by and I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Comments

  1. Laura MasseyOctober 1, 2010 at 10:46 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm now following you.

    Laura Ashlee @ Ramblings of a (Future) Librarian

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  2. Natalie~Coffee and a Book ChickOctober 1, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    Gah!! I've heard so much about Ning today and it's the first I've heard of it! I need to get on there!! :)

    Here's my Hop: Coffee and a Book Chick -- Blog Hop...

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  3. TeresaOctober 1, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    I completely forgot about Ning! Thanks for reminding me.

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  4. Book Loving MommyOctober 1, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm a new follower of yours now too :) I can't wait to read more about your homeschooling experience. I am trying to decide if I should HS my kids so I'm looking for any advice! Have a great weekend!

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  5. PrisOctober 1, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm now following you. A book just isn't complete without a steaming cup of tea!
    Pris
    www.benterudbookshelf.blogspot.com

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  6. Twice is Nice Book BlogOctober 1, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    Good Morning!

    I am taking a few of your ideas and checking into them. I also like to sit and read with a cup of tea. Hopping on top another blog!

    Blessings,
    Jeanie

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  7. MANDYOctober 1, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    I am back to teaching and less time is now available for me to keep up with the commenting on blogs. I do like yours. I am a new follower.
    Come and visit me at www.mandysescape.blogspot.com

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  8. ReeOctober 1, 2010 at 5:57 PM

    Hi, Shan!

    Thanks so much for stopping by Literary Obsession. I love getting new visitors and I get absolutely giddy over comments.

    I've been reading through your reviews and I like how thorough you are. I'm a new follower through GFC and can't wait to see more of what you write. :)

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  9. Toni WiOctober 1, 2010 at 6:41 PM

    I think commenting is the best way to spread the word, just being kind and genuinely interested in what someone has to say.

    Anywhoo, thanks for visiting my blog. I'm following you too :D Have a great weekend!

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  10. Kate @Midnight Book GirlOctober 1, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog! I plan on checking out Ning, haven't heard of it before.

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  11. Sarah JoyceOctober 2, 2010 at 2:28 AM

    Just over from the Hop. I really like your blog. Keep Reading!

    Sarah @ Loving Books

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  12. Carol October 2, 2010 at 2:33 AM

    I am on Goodreads, Book Blog Directory (link on my blog), and participate in hops looking for new blogs to follow.

    enjoy ur weekend!

    carol

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  13. bookaddict4realOctober 2, 2010 at 6:25 AM

    Good morning Shan,

    Thanks for stopping by!Book blog Ning is awesome. Twitter and Goodreads is helpful also
    when I oranize my time to do them!

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  14. ShanOctober 2, 2010 at 8:23 AM

    Thanks for stopping by everyone! I found some great new blogs this week and a lot of good ideas for networking!

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  15. WolfeOctober 2, 2010 at 8:47 AM

    i love book blog ning. Its such an informative place.

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  16. SheeryOctober 2, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    You have such a pretty blog. We seem to have similar taste in books, as well. Oh, and I love Toronto! I haven't been in years (busy having my children) but I had so much fun there on adventures while at University.

    I'm following you now - by way of the Hop. :)

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  17. HeatherOctober 2, 2010 at 8:07 PM

    Huh, I never considered adding info about my blog to my email signature... that's a great idea!

    And yeah, I have to join in more blog tours! I've never heard of Blogeista!!!

    Check out my Book Blogger Hop, Follow Friday and Giveaway HERE!!

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