Unlock the Secrets to Starting a Book Blog That Captivates Readers from Page One
Beyond free books, there are several other popular ways to monetize your blog (or fund your reading habit).
- Donations: Many creators are adopting donation-based models to support their art. One benefit of accepting donations on your own website is not having to pay for third-party services or implement tricky embed codes. For example, WordPress.com allows you to accept donations and tips directly on your website with drag-and-drop blocks.
- Subscriptions: Another monetization option is subscriber-only content, either in the form of “locked” posts on your blog or via a subscription newsletter. If you’re interested in offering subscription-based content now or down the line, make sure your platform supports it. With WordPress.com, paid content and newsletter functionality are included in your hosting plan at no additional cost.
- Ads: If you have a large bookish community, you can host ads on your site to bring in extra income. Ad income is generally based on ad views and clicks, so the more traffic your site gets, the more ad income you’ll make.
These are just three options for monetizing a book blog, but the opportunities are endless. If your blog is built on WordPress.com, you can add additional monetization options to your site via blocks.
