Day 7: 7 Sidebar Must Haves for the Book Blogger

As we begin to have a richer understanding of our blogs and as we begin to itch to build this blog baby, let's take a moment and piggyback on yesterdays discussion. What book blogs you love and why? What you saw on some book blogs you don't want on your blog and why? Thanks for sharing your answers with me so far.

Everyone's answer will be different, because of your own personal aesthetic, vision for your blog and the type of blog you're building. However, there are five widgets you must have in your sidebar to be effective.

1. Your About Me Widget
2. Your RSS Link and Subscriber Count
3. Newsletter and Email Subscription Links
4. Top Place to Find You Online(Twitter or Facebook)
   
5. Book Review Links List
6. Book Review Submission Form or if you're an author your Bookings Request Submission Form
7. Your Phone or Skype Number
   

Let's talk about these in more detail at 30 Days...