Tag Archives: blogs

3 Compelling Things About Successful Blogs I Read

Posted on May 4, 2013 by bookjunkie

I’ve learnt from the blogs I read regularly (with millions of views), that the key is at least 5 witty, entertaining new posts a day. (but that’s hard to keep up). Or something that the readers find useful or soothing. … Continue reading →

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One of Those Days

Posted on October 12, 2012 by bookjunkie

Turbulent emotions, but sometimes I just don’t feel like sharing anything as it just seems too self-indulgent and making myself open to criticism for not being grateful for what I have. Perhaps it why my blog is so ‘food heavy’ … Continue reading →

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I’m Excited about my New Adventure at White as Milk

Posted on March 24, 2012 by bookjunkie

I am really thrilled that Guillaume of White as Milk (WAM) invited me to contribute on his blog. The best part? He was totally fine with me being a hermit & wanting to remain anonymous (most people would think that … Continue reading →

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Liebster Blog Awards

Posted on January 4, 2012 by bookjunkie

The always lovely Lady J, was so kind to nominate me for the Liebster Blog Awards. She’s a Singaporean who is currently living the expat life in Switzerland. But she’s be back in Singapore soon and blogging about local delights. … Continue reading →

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Just Back from a Spontaneous Trip

Posted on November 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

Sorry, I’ve been away for awhile. Went on a very last minute, spur of the moment trip. Will be writing all about it soon. Meanwhile I am catching up on reading all my favourite blogs – and that means you … Continue reading →

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Usman Restaurant: Pakistani & North Indian Food

Posted on October 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

Will update this post when I actually eat at the place. But I was intrigued by Pakistani cusine offered here and feel that it’s a shame that I haven’t tried it as I always tend to go back to the … Continue reading →

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How to Move Your Posts from your WordPress Blog to a new Blog on a Paid Domain

Posted on September 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

You probably know by now that I’m moving from Tiny Island to Singapore Actually. I am thrilled to report that I took ‘the risk’ and decided to try to experiment moving over my Tiny Island posts on my own. I … Continue reading →

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Introducing Adrianna, Yann & Shilo

Posted on July 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Adrianna Tan has been writing for a real long time. I was surprised to find out just how young she is, as she writes with maturity beyond her years. I love that she writes from the heart and with an … Continue reading →

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Thank you to My Top 10 Blog Referrers

Posted on July 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

Thank you so much for all the link love.  I really appreciate it and I love following your lives on your blogs too. Just checked my WordPress stats and you appear in my top 10 list of blogger referrers, of … Continue reading →

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Thankful for Every Blog Comment

Posted on April 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Your blog comments are like sweet little notes that I treasure.  Over the past year the blog has been adorned with over 3000. I am just so thankful. Comments take time out of a busy day and that’s why they … Continue reading →

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How Do I Make Money on a WordPress Blog?

Posted on March 28, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have been pondering this, since I don’t think I can go back to working 9-5 which is more like 8-8 pm at least in a Corporate job in Singapore. I also realized that my true love is writing and … Continue reading →

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I am Super Excited: It’s My SITS Girls Day

Posted on March 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

SITS is a wonderful blog community just for women and I feel truly blessed and lucky to be featured today. There are over 8000 women just like us on it. And it’s true. The Secret IS in the Support. I … Continue reading →

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WordPress Blogs Still Down After Cyber Attacks

Posted on March 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Even though the report by AFP below says that it’s up, it’s not. I wonder if this is affecting Asia alone. I can’t log in to any other wordpress blog sites either. I just get a blank page and a … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Blog Posts You’ll Love

Posted on February 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

The internet is buzzing with Valentine’s Day posts. Here are two you’ll love. The prettiest one by A Creative Mint. Go to her lovely blog for more beautiful hearts. The funniest one with graphs by Cool Material.

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My Top 5 Most Shared Posts

Posted on February 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

I love looking at my WordPress stats.  Ok, I am addicted to checking it obsessively. One thing I like to look at is what kind of posts my readers are interested it and one indicator is the posts that they … Continue reading →

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5 Must Read Singapore Blogger Posts

Posted on January 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

1. This story of a young boy and his siblings who fight for his life chilled me to the bone. It’s just so heartbreakingly, achingly sad. I am glad that Singapore has compassionate young people like blogger Kirsten. 2. She … Continue reading →

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I’m Posting Every Day in 2011

Posted on January 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

If I miss a day I hope to make up for it on other days. Actually, I have been posting quite regularly since I started in April 2010. To be honest I have become addicted to blogging as it’s filled … Continue reading →

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Theme Change to Twenty Ten

Posted on January 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

I felt a need to switch to Twenty Ten with the express reason of saving my eyes. The font is double the size and so much easier to read. I hope this will lead to less typos on my account. … Continue reading →

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Best WordPress Feature Yet: Subscriptions

Posted on September 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

On this post I am gonna suck up to WordPress, but it’s truly due to my genuine delight. I am just loving the new ‘Read my subscriptions’ feature on WordPress. I just noticed it a couple of days ago. It’s … Continue reading →

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Mary-Louise Parker Will Never Read Blogs

Posted on August 28, 2010 by bookjunkie

I still love her.  I’m thinned skinned myself, so if I were her I probably wouldn’t want to read blogs either. Mary-Louise Parker is one of the most luminous and beautiful actresses around and she’s closer to my age at … Continue reading →

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Dunkin Donuts, Food Blogging And Stealth Marketing

Posted on August 26, 2010 by bookjunkie

A year ago there was a donut frenzy in Singapore. It was one of those food trends. Before that it was kaya toast and then way before that it was Taiwanese bubble tea.  I haven’t had kaya toast or bubble … Continue reading →

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I’m a Night Owl Trying to Be The Early Bird (& Failing Miserably)

Posted on June 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

I can relate to Sunshine and Starlight’s post on so many levels I just had to reblog it!  Sadly, I am a night owl and so ashamed of it. Somehow, I just function better and write better at night. Maybe … Continue reading →

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