To Beg or Not to Beg?

At different points over my (almost) three-year run of doing the Comic Coverage blog, I've toyed with the idea of adding a tip jar for readers to toss a couple of coins into. Some of my blogging pals have added one, while others have chosen not to...but I've been on the fence about it for quite awhile. Well, as you can see from a scroll down my sidebar, I've come down from the fence and decided to add a donation option to my blog.

I think I've resisted a tip jar for so long because I feared it would look like I'm either full of myself or begging...both of which are anathema to us stoic midwesterners! However, at the same time, I've worked hard to make Comic Coverage a cut above the average comic book blog, both in look and substance...so if those things have made a positive impact on my readers, then maybe its not such a bad thing to offer them the option (but never the compulsion) to make a donation.

So, to my readers: Your regular visits and comments are what make blogging fun and worthwhile...but if you'd like to go a step further in your support, just click on the tip jar in the sidebar, which will then take you to a safe and secure PayPal site. There will be no tacky "minimum" or "recommended" dollar amounts you'll have to click on...it's all totally up to you. Anything you decide to give will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

-Mark Engblom 

Comments

[Pat Curley]

It's called Bleg when you do it on a blog, which sounds much better. ;)

Not in a position to contribute, in fact, I've got to start putting some ads on my site. But you are doing a terrific job, and to those who can afford it, the tip jar here is recommended.

[WesC]

Mark,

for 2 years you've given me almost daily entertainment. A little donation is well worth the fun I've had on your site.

The great design and especially the occasional illustration is always appreciated and really does make your site stand out.

If a small donation can help you decide to keep posting, than I'd say that's a very small thing to ask.

I only wish actual comic books could give me as much enjoyment as your blog does on a regular basis.

All the best,

W.

[captainaverage]

I tend to be disgusted by tip jars, especially in real-life situations. In your case, I think your blog deserves every penny you will receive. I wish I was able to contribute. In lieu of money, many thanks for a great comic fans site, with great features, excellent features on the artwork aspects of the genre, and an unapologetic love for what brings you joy. Kudos!