How to Be a Blogger and Vlogger in 10 Easy Lessons

Part of the Super Skills series, this practical-minded introduction to blogging and vlogging breaks down the process of developing, creating, and maintaining a media presence into 10 lessons, beginning with “Find your story” and (importantly) “Stay safe online.” (Birley emphasizes parental involvement and the danger of broadcasting personal information.) Elsewhere, Birley discusses creating a vlog set, lighting, video editing, and the elements of a podcast, as well as technical suggestions regarding thumbnail images, playlists, and embedding video to a blog post. Chapter seven, “Find Your Audience,” focuses on the finer points of attracting viewers and continuing to produce good content (“Keep your blog fresh—for you and your audience—by living your life to the fullest”). Kerr’s smudgy-edged, digital illustrations show young people confidently planning and creating their posts, adding to Birley’s positive, can-do message. Ages 12–up. (June)