How to Write an Article - 5 Simple Tips

Learning how to write an article that is published for the masses to read concerns focuses more on the readers' themselves. Your approach to writing articles when circulating them online is not the same as it would be for shall we says a more 'structured' environment. The intent of having published articles in circulation is to have them opened and read by 'citizens' of the internet community. With that said obviously you will also want to write interesting articles that these people will enjoy and remember.

So what is the best way to write articles that will not only be opened but also read and enjoyed by people online?

Here are 5 simple tips that are easy to follow that you can employ when writing articles that will get read and enjoyed by people online.

Put a Hold on the Vocabulary

When you write articles speak as you would to a friend using the short and simple words. Do not feel that interesting articles need to be littered with big words that may demonstrate a good vocabulary. Most people reading your work may not understand what you are trying to say. Always remember you are writing for the 'general public' so write in a way that can be understood by everybody.

Catchy Titles

Using a catchy title whenever you can is the best way to get someone to open your article. People normally browse titles to decide what is in the article and if they are interested enough to open it up and read it. Always be sure that your article title is a good indication of the content it represents.

Quality over Quantity

I have listened to certain article writing guru's who continually boost about how many articles they have published on the internet. Well I have read some of their articles and am amazed how so many words can say so little! Do not be an 'article spammer' who submits some words and paragraphs that say little or nothing and then place a link at the end of it.

Always try to make sure your articles do at least one of three things: inform, entertain or offer insight.

Attitude is Not a 4 Letter Word

Show a little attitude when writing about something you have an opinion on. Do not be afraid to express yourself in your writing especially if you feel strongly about something. People do like to hear what others got to say or how they feel about something although they may not always agree. Often times the most interesting articles are also the most controversial. If nothing more you will stir a reaction within the reader thereby getting their attention and maybe even changing their perspective.

Check Your Spelling

Always check your grammar and spelling before submitting any articles because if you do not you can be sure that somebody else will. Remember that when you write articles any grammatical or spelling errors will become a reflection on you so be sure to proofread them.

Knowing how to write an article that will be read and enjoy by others online involves first capturing their attention and then delivering good content. Once you have published articles in circulation online this creates a viral effect that will help increase your exposure. The whole key to the ongoing success of this effort can be found in following the 5 simple tips we discussed here today.