Writing a valuable non fiction blog post may seem simple at first glance, but it’s an art form that requires finesse and skill. It’s not just about presenting information; it’s about presenting it in a way that resonates with your audience, compels them to keep reading, and leaves a lasting impact on their lives.
What motivates people to write a book, create a blog post, or even a lengthy one?
People love stories and love sharing them.
For generations, humans have been learning through storytelling.
Do you know that storytelling can be both fictional and non-fictional?
Yes, you heard it right; you can take a true incident, polish it with your imagination, and present it as a short story or a blog post.
Now let’s unlock the full potential of non fiction writing. Join me to unravel the mysteries of successfully writing non fiction and equip you with the tools to transform your ideas into mesmerising narratives that showcase your expertise, leaving readers craving for more.
Seek Clarity
Don’t try to write “well”; most of the time, it implies that you’re trying to elaborate, which rarely works, even in literary texts. Instead of focusing on the “quality” of the writing, I recommend focusing on clarity.
Remember that language’s primary purpose is communication: concise phrases, brief paragraphs, and common terms…Stop to explain a new word when you introduce it. Whenever you introduce a new term, take a pause and explain.
Craft your writing as though you were speaking to a friend since that is exactly what your readers are: friends.
Hook your audience
In the realm of captivating fiction, the opening lines have the power to seize your attention and hold it until the final page. Similarly, in the world of non-fiction writing, you can employ a similar technique by crafting a compelling hook that lures your readers in and keeps them engaged throughout.
Personal experiences
Include any personal knowledge or observations you may have on the topic. Share examples of how the idea has been used or used in the actual world to help the reader better understand the point you’re trying to make.
It will be easier for readers to connect with your work if you use these suggestions and think of yourself as a storyteller. If you wrap your facts in an exciting plot, the story will be more interesting and earn more readers.
Make Your Style Stand Out
When researching for your post or book, reading and examining the writings of others who have delved into the same subject is expected. Many of them likely offer similar explanations… However, it is important to note: don’t just go along with the crowd!
Many writers hesitate to present information differently because it feels like stepping into unfamiliar territory.
However, it’s exactly when you explain something freshly and uniquely that readers become more intrigued. Their attention sharpens, they become more engaged because you’ve surprised them, and your text leaves a stronger impression on them.
The best way to get noticed is to be fresh and unique.
Use of analogies and metaphors
My English teacher always emphasized comparisons to help readers understand challenging concepts or ideas.
If you write nonfiction, and especially if you write about technical topics–brush up on your metaphors. They make your work more effective by waking up the reader.
Add humour to your non fiction blog post
Writing nonfiction restricts your ability to create exciting plot twists or eccentric character traits to spice up the narrative. The available facts must be used, which can occasionally feel constrictive. Make an effort to entertain and educate your audience. To make your blog post more exciting and engaging, try to inject humour or quirkiness into it.
Put yourself in the reader’s mind
What do you want your readers to know, understand, or learn? Make your blog post or book aim and each subtitle’s purpose clear. Remember, you are writing for someone else, so constantly keep in mind whether they will grasp your message, seek further information, or if any aspects may confuse them.
Keep it simple
In non fiction writing, the objective is to impart knowledge, so ensuring this knowledge is easily understandable is crucial. Therefore, it is important to use simple and precise language and clear sentence structures to make the information accessible to readers.
Don’t use complicated jargon that might puzzle your readers. Instead, use language that is easy for a larger spectrum of audience to understand.
Make it emotional
Explain to the readers why you opted to create a non fiction post on that specific topic. Make them feel as if they already know you from reading your blog post. You’re offering facts and information in your writing. Personalization adds emotion and sends your readers on a journey similar to fiction novels.
Adding emotional elements makes your blog post more interesting while still conveying the information you want to share.
Share your blog post with friends and acquaintances
Create a group of friends or acquaintances with whom you can share your blog post or book. Ask them targeted questions like: Did you understand X or Y? Did you ever feel lost while reading? Which part did you find the most boring or confusing?
Being specific with your questions will provide you with more valuable feedback. Without such guidance, you may only receive a simple “okay” response, which won’t be helpful. You’re seeking constructive criticism and suggestions to enhance your writing as much as possible.
Conclusion
Mastering the art of crafting valuable non-fiction blog posts requires skill, creativity, and a deep understanding of your audience.
Embrace the power of nonfiction writing to enlighten, educate, and inspire your audience. So, go ahead and put these strategies to use, and watch as your nonfiction blog pieces shine with value and capture the hearts and minds of your readers.
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Happy writing!
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Your blog has explained non-fiction writing aptly. It is good to involve the reader with your experience and also try to get into the reader’s mind. A sense of humour always appeals to people as most of the times, life gets too serious.
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You’ve highlighted some very essential elements here Anjali. It’s like a roadmap for someone attempting to take the path of writing non fiction. I esp. like the point about making it emotional cuz if not anything that surely clicks and even adding a humor element. I personally love humourous punchlines here and there.
overall a great post👍
This is a very detailed and in-depth guide for writing non-fiction blogs. Each one rings true for me except the sharing with friends and family. 🙂 None of them read my blog posts.
Very good points for non fiction writers, Mostly the actual way to know where ur blog stands is by posting the question at the end which actually helps readers to share their point of view as well.
It’s a very helpful and detailed post to write non-fiction blogs. I do follow most of them while writing myself and will surely keep the others in mind.
Excellent pointers, Anjali. I completely agree that non-fiction is storytelling too or it would be all dull and boring. I take a break from my posts and return to read it with a fresh pair of eyes as a reader. That makes a world of difference.
Very informative. I am going to try using them in my posts. I have a lovely family and they are always there to give me feedback when I share recipes.
Dear Anjali, I am glad to see the level of transparency you are having in your thought process when it comes to writing. Its just outstanding and enough to guide a person how to progress if he/she is looking for or wishes to make a career in writing industry. Great going Anjali and I am glad people like you are there to guide many like me who really want to grow in this segment.
Quite insightful and detailed. Thanks for the useful tips.
That was a really helpful post Anjali! These days it’s a challenge to hook up the reader/audience! It’s not easy writing non fiction. I truly agree humour can be a big attraction and now I should start working on my metaphors 😁
That is a fantabulous post. non-fiction is challenging and you have shared some helpful and insightful thoughts about presenting nonfiction.
Your post on non-fictional writing offers valuable insights. It covers important topics like hooking the audience, writing in simple language, adding emotions which may seem small but are so integral in writing. The tips provided are concise and practical, guiding aspiring authors into crafting engaging and credible works.
This has been my 2nd grader’s topic last week. Since then, she’s been loving making non-fiction stories that go from serious to ridiculously funny. I’d surely share this with her and get some valuable tips! Appreciate your sharing.
The tips you have shared are really helpful. But sharing with family is something I’m not gonna try as they don’t read it.
Your tips are invaluable, especially for new bloggers. I am all for the tips you shared especially how to keep your audience engaged and writing in a simple and easy-to-comprehend language.
Very apt points and quite helpful for bloggers & writers. Many times we try to make our writing fancy and that doesn’t connect with the audience.
I have just jumped in to fiction writing and written a couple of stories. What a perfect timing. I needed exactly this and here comes your wonderful post with awesome tips.
I agree with your tips – they are the bedrock of good writing, whether fiction or non-fiction.