This wonderful article came into my inbox, and I thought – how serendipitous! I hope it helps you brainstorm ideas for the article challenge.

Tips for Taking an Article Writing Challenge

By: Denise Willms

There seem to be a lot of article writing challenges going on these days. I’m coming up on the end of a 90 articles in 90 days challenge. Most others I’ve seen are for writing 30 articles in 30 days.

I have to admit, I’m nowhere near reaching my goal of writing 90 articles in 90 days. But I’ve realized, the important thing about a challenge isn’t how many articles you end up with.

An article writing challenge is an opportunity to develop article writing and marketing habits that can keep you writing consistently for a long time to come. You can also learn some tricks to keep you focused on writing faster and creating more effective articles.

Here are some of the tips and tricks I’ve picked up during my challenge.

1. Write first thing in the morning. The best time I (and many other writers) have found to write is first thing in the morning, before the kids are up and even before you check your email. Your ideas will be fresher, and you’ll be able to get more done, without any distractions.

2. Set a timer. Set a timer for 33 minutes or so, and tell yourself you can’t do anything except write your article until your timer goes off. Your articles will be of a higher quality because you’re not allowed to think about anything else!

3. Find a cheerleader. Connect with others who are taking your challenge, or people who write articles regularly. You can share ideas, successes and frustrations.

4. Ask for help. Remember you don’t have to do it all on your own. Using an article ghostwriter is a valid way to increase your article output if you don’t have time to write your own. If you’re stretching yourself by taking a challenge, it’s a good time to experiment with a ghostwriter and find someone you can work with longterm.

Denise Willms is head writer of a ghostwriting service for moms. You can share your article writing goals and find your own cheerleaders at the WAHM Articles forum, www.WAHM-Articles.com/forum

Article Source: http://www.wahm-articles.com

Once you’ve written your articles for the 30 Day/30 Article Challenge, what do you do with them?

One of the most obvious things to do with your articles is to submit them to article directories. Places like:

• * EzineArticles
• * LadyPens (Nicole is redoing the site so hold off for a few weeks) – for female authors
• * GreatArticlesForMoms – articles that interest mothers
• * WahmArticles – articles of interest to work at home moms

Keep it at home by using your article on:

• - Your blog or website (I rewrite mine slightly to make them more search engine friendly and unique)
• - Your autoresponders/newsletters where appropriate
• - Create a report or an information product
• - Give it to your affiliates to use in promoting your product

Get the maximum benefit by spreading yourself around:

• - Use your article for guest blog posts
• - Send articles to print publications in your niche

What about contacting publishers directly to see if they accept content?

I’ve done a little bit of the work for you already.

If you have recipes and food related articles e.g. food safety, nutrition, eating out, submit them at http://cometalkfood.com

For gadget and electronic articles relevant for moms or parents:
http://momsgadgets.com

Finally, web building tips or technology in relation to business articles at
http://www.TechBasedMarketing.

Terms: Articles don’t have to be exclusive in the sense that they’re never been written before. She will accept topics that you have written before but not a verbatim copy. So if it is has been submitted elsewhere, she would appreciate some re-writing especially the title.

For home encomics articles, Cara at TheHouseholdHelper – will accept anything you have that’s appropriate.  Just shoot her an email.  On topic would be organizing, frugal living, decorating, coupons, meal planning, time management.

I accept articles on natural family living and healthy recipes for my Natural Moms Talk Radio network. Email me at clauth at gmail dot com.

For this month only, Elizabeth at http://www.internetmarketingstrategydiva.com will accept articles on internet marketing.

Chrys at http://www.MomsInaBlog.com accepts guest blog posts on these topics:

- Frugal Living
- Decor and Design
- Moms Living Green
- Moms In A Book Club (book reviews)
- Moms In Business
- Moms In The News (news worthy stuff related to moms)

Must be original content, though they are fine with writers who rewrite their content to use else where as well, as long as the wording is somewhat unique.

Lexi at http://www.Natural-Moms.com would love guest posts for her natural moms blog. She would like them to be unique; rewritten posts from existing articles/posts are ok.

You might want to contact these publishers directly to ask them more questions about their requirements.

I hope that helps!