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15 Article Writing Questions You Need
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Aug 4th, 2015 @ 10:01 am › Derek, Member
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Let’s Discuss Article Writing Quickly, Shall
We?
We’ve always been here to help you with your
articles and to answer any questions you throw
our way. Any author that has been writing
articles for a while knows that addressing
basic questions are crucial to maintaining long-
term success.
The following questions related to article
writing come up frequently for us. When you’ve
gone through our list, think about your own
writing. Then make a list to see how many of
these questions you would answer differently.
Some answers will be quick, so stay alert!
1. Is it a Good Idea to Use My Real Author
Name?
Absolutely! You need to position yourself as an
expert in your field. You want your readers to
remember your name after a satisfying reading
experience.
2. How Can I Submit Articles in a Series?
If you often create articles in a series, each
article should always stand alone as an
individual article. You can reference other
articles in the series, but your readers should
not be scratching their head wondering why
your article starts or ends awkwardly.
3. Is it Acceptable to Open Multiple Accounts?
There’s no reason to create more than 1
account on an article submission site. There
should be a place to add Alternate Author
Names so you can keep your articles separate
between authors. Having more than one
account compromises your intentions.
4. Do I Need to Include an Author Photo with
My Profile?
Each article you publish should include your
author name, so we recommend improving
your image by adding an image of yourself to
your account. Show the world who you are and
how delighted you are to be sharing your
article!
5. Can I Link to Just a Squeeze Page?
We’re all about links to squeeze pages in your
articles, however, do yourself a favor and
follow one of the 2 guidelines below:
• Make sure your squeeze page has a
substantial amount of content other than a
request for contact info
• Or add another link to your article that goes
to the main page of your website
If you’re interested in learning more about
quality squeeze pages, take a moment to read
our Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Squeeze
Page.
6. What is the Recommended Word Count in
an Article?
It’s difficult to get a quality read that inspires
you in a 250 word article, but it also shouldn’t
take an entire day to finish. If you shoot for
500-700 words of quality content, you will
have a better chance of your readers coming
back as it will be easier to digest.
7. Can I Add Images with My Article?
If you want to include an image with your
article, present the image on a link instead.
Make sure there is quality content on the page
you’re directing your readers to. We don’t
recommend linking to a page strictly with
images or graphs. Make it bonus material
apart from the real content.
8. Should I Use Different Keyword Variations
in My Article?
Your article should not contain overly-similar
keyword variations, as they can be confusing
to readers. Excessive keyword variations can
cause your article to appear keyword-dense, so
stay consistent to keep everyone on the same
page.
9. Can I Submit Content Taken From an
Article Spinner?
No way! Spun content is not original, the
grammar reads very poorly and it destroys
your credibility as an Expert Author. Don’t use
any type of software that creates content for
you. This blog contains a few more article
submission blunders to avoid at all costs.
10. How Many Links Should be Added to My
Article?
As a general rule of thumb, stick with 2 self-
serving links in your article. The best place for
these links are in your Resource Box. A self-
serving link is defined as a website that you
own, control, or have a vested interest in.
11. Should I Include an Affiliate Link in My
Article?
If you are adamant about inserting an affiliate
link in your article, make sure it comes from
the top level of a domain which you own.
Affiliate links are easily sniffed out by hesitant
customers. If your link contains random
affiliate code and numbers, it will turn many
readers away.
12. Can I Promote Myself in My Article?
If you enter any promotional content in the
Article Body of your article, you’re being too
quick to offer your services. Your readers need
a chance to take in your work! The Resource
Box is your “take” and should be the only
place focused on you and what you can offer.
13. What Details Should be Provided in My
Resource Box?
The Resource Box in your article is a place to
add a brief description about yourself. It can
include your company name, contact details
and links to your website that establish your
credibility and relate to your article’s topic.
14. Can I Publish the Same Content on
Multiple Sites?
Of course! We encourage you to use your
content on both your website and multiple
article submission sites. However, your author
name needs to match and should be clearly
attached to the article.
15. How Can I Get My Articles Reviewed
Faster?
The easiest way to get your articles accepted
and published quickly is by following the
answers above! The article you submit should
be your final draft , free of errors and 100%
original content. However, if you want to
guarantee a faster approval time, you can
purchase our Premium Membership to put your
articles at the front of the line.
If you made it to the end of the list and are
satisfied with the answers, good for you! You
are definitely on the right path on making sure
these basics are covered.
However … if you don’t agree with an answer
from our list, we invite you to the comment
section below to let us have it. Which question
did you disagree with? Why do you feel your
direction is the better route to take?
We’re anxious to hear from you!