Whether you write articles to make money or write articles just for the fun of it, you will want to know where to go, who to post with, and how to get "your" WORD out. You will also find, if you have not already discovered this, article marketing is a great way to get your name out to others and build a following. If you are involved in network marketing, affiliate marketing, MLM, direct sales, home based business, etc, article marketing is another way to boost your sales. If you become good and efficient at article marketing, you just might find yourself on the front page of Google and your list of followers begging for more.
In this blog you will find some of the top ezine article directories to submit your articles to, as well as forums, and paid services to help automate your article writing process.
A few things you will be asked to provide when you sign up for the article directories:
1. Pen Name - this is how you will be referred to by others
2. Bio - most directories will ask you to submit a bio about yourself. Make sure you have something written about you that is going to entice others to want to learn more about you and read your articles. If you are an expert at something, share it.
3. URL - it is very important that you have a web site which you can refer others to, maybe a blog where you keep a listing of your articles, or your own personal web site.
4. Email address - make sure you list the email you are most comfortable giving out to others who will want to contact you.
5. Fees - while most directories are free, if you write a LOT, you might want to consider a paid membership
6. Photo - if you have a professional picture of yourself to add, it will enhance your credibility to others
7. Category - you will have tons of choices, make sure you find the best fit to classify each article you write.
8. HTM vs plain text - some directories only allow plain text due to the nature of how they mail out articles to subscribers. You will want to pay attention to this if you are prone to use HTML in your articles.
9. Publisher vs Author - in many cases you have the option to not only write articles for publication but you can also receive content and repost on your own site or blog (with certain permissions). So, if you are looking for great content to add to your own site, these directories are a great place to start.
Top Ezine Article Directories:
Ezine Articles
This article directory is perhaps one of the most popular ones out there. It is also one of the most finicky by way to strictness. They set the bar for very high standards in article writing. However, if you get published here, there is a good chance you will rank high on Google. So, this is most certainly a good one to add to your list. Once you start posting, it might take some time for your to get your articles published. There is also the possibility of being put on hold until some articles are approved.
Amazines
This is perhaps the EASIEST article directory out there. You can write and publish an article here without having to jump through flaming hoops of fire. Your article(s) will be up and running in no time. You can keep track of how many visitors have seen your articles.
Go Articles
This is another ezine directory that has made the publishing process painless. Once you know your category and sub category that you feel will best represent your article, you are good to go. You can also keep track of how many visitors have seen your articles.
The Free Library
This is a very easy article directory to join and to publish to.
Idea Marketers
This site goes beyond just publishing your articles. You can give your article more or less exposure, public or private, bid on prime space, even become syndicated. As well, there are different price levels depending on how much exposure you want for yourself and your written work.
Articles Base
This is one of the easiest to use sites out there. There is never a charge to use or publish on this site.
Buzzle
The site has a simple concept. You publish your articles or find articles to read. Simple!
Article City
This site does not require an account to publish. You just go on and post your articles. If you are interested in putting out Press Releases, this site offers a paid system for doing just that, with various options that suit your needs. It's a very unique service and one that is bound to give you high visibility.
Article Forums:
Articles Productions
This forum is specifically designed with article writers in mind. It is actually run by and modeled after the creator of Article Productions which is a paid service that helps you to auto syndicate your articles and more. This forum is a good place to start if you want answers from the experts.
Paid Article Automation Services:
Jet Spinner
This services allows you to take an article and by entering it into the system, you can change it around so it looks different and unique when you then go out and post it to multiple article directories. The more unique each article is that you write, the more likely your article(s) will rank higher in Google and less likely to be bumped due to duplicate content. There is a free and paid version to this system.
Article Marketing Automation
This is a paid service that allows you to take your articles and post to multiple directories instantly, saving you time and money. The cost is $47 per month, but comes with a free 30 day trial. The affiliate program for this site is free.
Automatic Article Submitter
This system, while a bit quirky to learn, seems to do it all, from automating your submissions, to spinning your articles. You can also cross post your articles to your own blogs.It currently sells for a one time payment of $97 and also includes an affiliate program for paid members. I am seriously thinking of considering the purchase of this one for myself. But, for now, I have included the main link for those interested in checking it out.
