Q: Should I Post To Article Directories?

Yes, of course you should. When an article directory accepts your submission you will get a link back to your site from the author bio details. If you are lucky the article will be picked up and used by many other sites as well.

However, before you rush out and start using these directories, there are some additional things to consider:

• Don't submit content you already have on your site our blog. Write something unique instead.
• Sure, go ahead and submit the new article to several article directories - you want it to be picked up and published in multiple places anyway.
• Some article directories may provide a submission or distribution service. Scout the web to find out whether any particular distribution service is worthwhile.
• Yes, it is possible that you will get PR from the links acquired from article directories or any subsequent republishing that occurs.
• Be aware that unscrupulous people could decide to publish your article without giving you the required link. It is not likely to be worth your time trying to deal with this situation if it happens.

I've used various article directories from time to time myself. Ones I'd recommend include:

• http://www.amazines.com
• http://www.articlealley.com
• http://www.ezinearticles.com
• http://www.gather.com
• http://www.goarticles.com

If you know of other good article directories please write a comment to let everyone know.