Sunday, March 25, 2007

Aussiejourno's Weekly Blog Awards

Top Blogs For Week Ending 24 March

Aussiejourno's Weekly Blog Awards are meant to encourage bloggers from all round the world and they give new bloggers the chance to get their work noticed in an increasingly popular forum, alongside the world's most-visited blogs.There is no monetary reward, no live TV coverage, no red carpet interview, but the exposure comes with international bragging rights. If you would like your blog (or someone else's) to be considered for next week's awards, please leave the url here, in the comment section. You can nominate as many blogs as you want. Entries close at midday Greenwich Mean Time each Friday.

1. http://toiletpaper56.blogspot.com
2.
http://chewy-myblog.blogspot.com/
3. http://aquarius2626.blogspot.com/
4. http://www.autopartsplace.com/bg/
5. http://www.ramblingtraveler.com/
6.
http://jenerahealy.blogspot.com
7. http://copperstiletto.blogspot.com/
8.
http://mur38.blogspot.com/
9. http://querkeyturkey.blogspot.com/
10. http://www.bartraeke.com/
11.
http://colorado-bob.blogspot.com/
12. http://www.megabluewave.com/blog/
13. http://www.blogguelph.com
14.
http://web.mac.com/allancook/
15. http://travellinmama.blogspot.com/
16. www.mcglinch.com/blog
17. http://shadeswithinyoullc.blogspot.com
18. http://thatblueyak.blogspot.com
19.
http://invisiblestudio.blogspot.com
20. http://www.storybookphotos.blogspot.com
21.
http://www.no-fing-way.blogspot.com/
22.
http://thedanmega.blogspot.com/
23. http://bobs-diary.blogspot.com/
24.
http://cash4blogging.blogspot.com/
25.
http://shrinkwrappedscream.blogspot.com/
26.
http://circlesinthesandbysamadhiwhitehouse.blogspot.com/
27. http://grumpyandfarting.blogspot.com
28.
http://dancewithsun.blogspot.com/
29. http://tytka.blogspot.com/
30.
http://ldpundit.blogspot.com/
31.
http://andreajoseph24.blogspot.com/
32. http://profbush.blogspot.com
33.
http://geraldthemajesticgoat.blogspot.com/
34. http://mybitswontbyte.com/
35.
http://www.dressedandpressed.blogspot.com/
36.
http://scooterguy-doug.blogspot.com/
37. http://shrinkwrappedscream.blogspot.com/
38. http://unforeseenpaths.blogspot.com/
39. http://adarkershadeofblack.blogspot.com/
40. http://magickriver.blogspot.com

And honourable mentions go to:

http://webolee.blogspot.com
http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/VisitorsMemories.htm
http://rodentia.blogspot.com/
http://moviessansfrontiers.blogspot.com/

In conclusion, I would just like to say I've been mentoring several bloggers for a while and it is important to know that the work of a blogger whose url has only 10 hits can be ranked alongisde a blogger whose url has 10,000 hits or more. I would like other would-be writers and bloggers to benefit from the fact that I am a bestselling novelist (`Vegemite Vindaloo', published by Penguin) and career journalist with almost 30 years' experience in writing, editing, design, newspaper technology and production.

45 comments:

Shrink Wrapped Scream said...

David, I'm over the moon to be listed on your weekly blog awards...thank you sooo much - it means a lot! I'm also very grateful for your kind comments, and have tried to upload more pic's - 'though I can't quite fathom out how to add any, without it just replacing my original one...but I'm working on it. I am a little puzzled as to why my listing that I have, won't connect your readers to my site? Is this something I can fix? Again, you've made my day, my month even, and I'm floating on cloud 9!!! Thank you for taking the time and effort to help. shrinkwrappedscream@yahoo.co.uk

david mcmahon said...

Hi Shrink wrapped scream,

You're most welcome. I think you've made a great start and you have a gift for writing in a way that ``connects''.

The link was incorrectly constructed - my mistake. But thanks for pointing it out, and I've fixed it.

Re: adding more pix. Every time you write a new post, you can add a picture to it simply by clicking on the icon that sits in the row of tabs with your typeface, type size, bold italic or normal font, etc.

That will take you to a window that lets you select any image on your PC.

If you have any trouble with this, let me know.

Cheers

David

Buscador said...

Hey David! I'm glad you liked my blog and felt it worthy to be listed amongst the other winners. It really is exciting to get this honor. I think it's awesome that you do this. What a great way to get the word out on new (and old) blogs! Thanks again! Like "Shrink Wrapped" said, you completely made me day... well actually I should say my week!!!

Cheers!
Buscador

http://unforeseenpaths.blogspot.com

B.T.Bear (esq.) said...

OOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm on the list again! Cor!!!!! Thanks, Dave!!

Doug said...

Hi David,
I truly appreciate being listed
once again in your weekly blog
awards!
I do my best to entertain my
readers with stories from
childhood and present day.
Your support for new bloggers
such as myself and so many
others makes the blog world
a great place to be.
Cheers,
Doug

E. Everett McFall said...

Greetings of Peace to You David.

We came upon your blog add in a comment left on ShrinkWrappedScearm
site. We are new to this form of communicating, and just a little nervous about the quality and effectivness. Our Site is:
http://eeverettmcfall.blogspot.com

How does one drive Massive traffic to a blog? Please feel free to check me out and give me your opinion, thanks in advance. A grateful newbee.

E."DOC" Everett McFall

Shrink Wrapped Scream said...

Oh, bonny lad! Is it that simple? Can't wait 'til I wake tomorrow, to give it a go... and hey, I've had LOADS of hits, and some brilliant comments since you've "out-ed" my blog, can't believe it... karma must have a lot of good in store for you. Now, I really MUST go to bed, sweet dreams.

Joel said...

Hi David,

I am thrilled to be included (and moving up) in your weekly awards. It really does inspire me to make my blog better. I am a new blogger, although fairly prolific with 21 posts in the first 26 days, and appreciate the encouragement.

Thanks,

ProfBush

mcglinch said...

Thanks for the boost, david!
mcg

http://www.mcglinch.com/blog

david mcmahon said...

Hi Buscador,

You're most welcome. I've been enjoying your site too - which is why it's on the list for Aussiejourno's Weekly Blog Awards.

The idea, as you know, is not just to encourage other bloggers; it's also to direct my readers to other blogs, too.

Some people reckon that dilutes their own readership; I just reckon it enhances your own integrity because people know you;re directing them to quality sites.

Look forward to hearing from you and to seeing more of your work.

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi B.T. Bear, Esq,

You're welcome. Keep at it. Fresh ideas, fresh posts - that's the secret.

Always keep developing ....

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi Doug,

Not a problem at all. Quite frankly, I support other bloggers because it's so much better to spread the knowledge/ experience than to keep it selfishly concentrated in one spot. Besides, if people learn anything from me, then they are just as likely to pass it one and share it in turn.

Look forward to hearing from you, Doug.

Keep smiling

David

david mcmahon said...

G'day Doc,

Nice to hear from you. Yep, sure, I'll check out your site in the next 24 hours and give you some feedback.

How do you direct traffic to a site? If we knew that, we'd know all the secrets of the world. In essence, though, it is simple: post well, post often and make you site a visual feast.

Will check out your blog and leave a comment. Feel free to contact me here at any time. You always have my support and can always count on my advice and help.

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi shrink wrapped scream,

I can sense the enthusiasm. Hope it all goes well for you.

Believe me, I am so glad to hear that you've had an increase in hits and some good comments. That's what it's all about.

Fantastic news - keep me informed.

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Dear Joel,

You're most welcome. I do enjoy your site - as you can see.

21 posts in 26 days is the way to go. It's simple - if readers know you post regularly, then they come back to you site regularly.

More power to your blogging.

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi McGlinch,

Och, laddie. That's no problem at all. Look forward to hearing from you.

Take care and happy blogging.

I think you have a great site and I'm sure you'll keep progressing. It's all a learning curve and we all learn from each other.

Cheers

David

B.T.Bear (esq.) said...

>david mcmahon said...
>Hi B.T. Bear, Esq,

>You're welcome. Keep at it. Fresh >ideas, fresh posts - that's the >secret.
------------------

and as enywun who's read my blog will know, FRESH PANTS!

Bob

jurovi said...

Hi David.

I would be glad if my blog is included in next week's list.

Thanks and keep up the good work.

http://trend-hunter.blogspot.com

Marianne said...

Congratulations to all for great blogs! I've only been blogging since December on my two:

Weekly: 'Muse du Jour' http://musedujour.blogspot.com/

And Painting a Day - 'Daub du Jour' at http://daubdujour.blogspot.com/

Got homesick and painted a Kookaburra yesterday. :-D

They take some keeping up, these blogs!

Keep up the good work. :-D

Marianne

chris said...

David,

Thank you for the comment and the correction. :) I have overlooked that one and I appreciate you telling me to change it. I have increased the size of the image as well like you suggested.

I am happy to know that someone is looking at my back. I truly am grateful for the help. :) :)

I liked the image of incredible India. Hope to hear more from your recent travel there. Good day David. God Bless.

head above water said...

David: I would like to nominate my blog for next week's awards. Wish me luck.

http://inthenuthouse.blogspot.com

Thanks
D.

david mcmahon said...

Hi, BT Bear,

Exactly. Keep smiling.

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi Jurovi,

Thanks for taking the trouble to drop by. Got that nomination, thanks. Will check out your site soon.

Good luck and happy blogging.

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi Marianne,

Got those nominations, thanks. I'm not sure how you maintain two blogs - just one keeps me fairly busy.

Look forward to seeing the kookaburra.

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi Riddick Races,

Nice to hear from you again. I'm glad my advice was useful. Will drop by and visit your blog agin.

However, I cleared my cache recently so would you mind leaving your url here - just in case I can't find your site.

Many thanks

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi headabovewater,

Got that nomination, thanks. Yes, I wish you more than luck. I wish you happy blogging and I hope you have as much fun with your blog as I do with mine.

Will check out your site soon. Thanks for dropping by.

Cheers

David

Shrink Wrapped Scream said...

Hey, David, Thanks to your help, I'm up and running on the piccy front, cheers Guv'! Trouble is, I now need to delete and replace a couple....??

Can you look over another post of mine, and judge it for next weeks awards?

http://shrinkwrappedscream.blogspot.com/2007_02_28_archive.html

Thanks for always taking the time to get back to all of us, I don't know how you do it, but I'm sure glad you do!

david mcmahon said...

Hi Shrink,

Have visited your new, improved, vibrant site and left a couple of longish comments.

How do I find time to reply to everyone, you ask? Dunno!

Keep writing. Keep smiling.

David

Shrink Wrapped Scream said...

Hey there, David, thanks for the comments, I've corrected it now, punctuation never was my strong suit! Thanks for saving me from myself...

david mcmahon said...

Hi Shrink wrapped scream,

No worries at all! All part of the service.

Take care. I can see you're enjoying what you do - and that's what counts more than anything else.

David

F.J. Delgado said...

Hey David,

I'll nominate my blog again:

http://aletterneversent.blogspot.com

cheers!

Jenera said...

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I was surprised to still see my name on it!

David, could you take a gander at some pics I took? I'm thinking of maybe taking up photography-I had so much fun taking a bazillion pictures this weekend!

Again, thank you so much!

david mcmahon said...

Hi FJ,

Just confirming that nomination. Good luck, too

Cheers

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi Jenera,

You're on the list because you deserve to be there! Sounds like we've got you hooked on photography - and that's got to be a good thing.

Will have a look, for sure - and leave you some feedback.

Great to hear from you

David

Shades Within You said...

Dear David,

Thanks for all your help. Your comments have helped my blog site. I'm very grateful for all you input. Hope to someday see my name on the number one spot. I will always be greatfull to you. Please vist and post your comments.

Thanks.

http://shadeswithinyoullc.blogspot.com

Ak-Man said...

Good work on the list once again!

I've used it to find a lot of blogs to regularly visit.

david mcmahon said...

Hi Shades,

No problem at all. I'm glad my advice is useful.

I guess it's all about starting a system where people pool their resources and help other bloggers and writers.

Good luck and I hope you reach #1 soon.

David

david mcmahon said...

Hi Ak-man,

No worries at all. Glad to be of assistance. You know, the strange thing is, I've started noticing a lot of people on the list hanging out on each other's sites and helping one another with advice, support, etc.

That's exactly what I had in mind. Really apreciate the fact that you and so many others take the trouble to keep in touch.

Stay cool an I hope you have a great birthday.

David

Wael Eskandar said...

Hey David,

Shrink Wrapped Scream told me about your blog, I think this is an excellent idea really. I'll be sure to check it. I mean sharing your experience (not to mention your time) is very generous.

I would like to nominate this blog:
http://allthegoodnameshadgone.blogspot.com (Inanities)

Thanks.

My blog:
http://4amterrors.blogspot.com (Notes from the Underground)

Cheers,

Will

david mcmahon said...

Hi Will E,

Nice to hear from you. Just confirming those nominations, too.

Honestly, it's a pleasure being able to help other bloggers.

Hope you will be back to visit this site.

Cheers

David

acwo said...

I would like to nominate my blog http://tytka.blogspot.com again :0
thanks

david mcmahon said...

Hi Acwo,

Got that nomination. Thanks and good luck.

David

Jugu Abraham said...

David,

Thanks for honorable mention!

Sursum corda.

Jugu

david mcmahon said...

Hi Jugu,

You're most welcome. I think you do an extraordinary job with your blog.

Sursum Corda

David

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