Powerful Writing Tools
Every writer aims to present compelling stories for their audience. Something that their readers will be keen to read, like and subscribe to.
It’s not just about writing well, there are a whole range of factors that contribute to the overall success of writers, namely :
- A trending topic that people would be interested in reading or that helps them solve their problems.
- Impeccable use of words and easy-to-read language
- Correct grammar, spellings, and syntax
- Attractive presentation, including images or graphics
Continuous improvement of your skills and staying up-to-date is therefore necessary to hone your craft.
To facilitate this process, I am sharing six indispensable writing tools that are user-friendly and will upgrade your work manifold.
Buzzsumo—this application helps in getting thousands of content ideas at your fingertips by accessing multiple resources. You can search here to find out what topics are doing well according to metrics. It is an ideal tool for brainstorming.
Answer the Public—this AI tool provides a database of frequently asked questions on a wide range of subjects that people ask Google. You’ll get a fair idea of what people want to know and churn out stuff accordingly. After all, catering to the needs of people and helping them is one of the obligations of being a writer.
Google Trends—with Google Trends, you can set an email alert tailored to your niche, and receive news updates on the latest trends. It monitors the web for interesting news content and brings it to subscribers.
Canva is a brilliant graphic design platform that allows you to create your own images to add to your posts. It is easy to use, as a myriad of templates and designs are available for you to experiment with. You simply have to drag and drop, or upload your own picture and add it to a particular template of your choice.
Keywords Everywhere—anyone in the field of content writing is conversant with SEO (Search Engine Optimization). `Keywords Everywhere’ is a great tool for keyword research and serves the requirements of SEO. It is user-friendly and comes as a Chrome or Edge browser extension. Keywords Everywhere displays the monthly search volume, cost per click (CPC), and competitiveness for a given topic.
Words-To-Use—if you are struggling to find the right word, this mammoth digital library of words will come to your rescue. You’ll find an exhaustive list of words under one roof, categorized according to parts of speech—nouns, verbs, adjectives, and phrases.
Embrace these resourceful tools as invaluable companions on your journey towards mastery.
I hope this article will be useful in making your writing journey easier and help you reach your goals. Let me know in the comments.
