For our readers who are looking for more information on the ever evolving field of link development, here’s a great compilation of link building articles from 2018 that I have found useful:

• Linkbuilding for SEO: The Definitive Guide (2019 Update) by Backlinko –  A comprehensive guide on the how and why of link building. Very newbie friendly.
• What is the Cost of Buying Links by AHREFS – Looking into buying links? Read through this guide that is backed by research and data on how much each link costs (which depends on what industry) and also looks at the question:  “Is buying links really the easiest and most effective way of getting links?”
• How to Earn More Links and Social Shares: Insights From 759 Content Marketing Campaigns  by Moz – Insightful article on content marketing and using content as a link building tactic!
• 13 Killer Linkbuilding Strategies by Robbie Richards – Step-by-step tactical guide!
• 13 Best Linkbuilding Tools by AHREFS – This list is a pot of gold in evaluating link building tools to see what works well for your needs.