Every writer needs two versions of their bio: a short version and a long version. Each serves a different purpose, and knowing when to use which can help you present yourself with confidence and clarity. It can be somewhat difficult to say all you want to say in such a limited word count, so here are the nuts and bolts to help you get started writing your strong author bio: The Short Bio When you begin writing your short bio, ask yourself: How do I want to be introduced in one breath? Your short bio is designed for social media profiles, bylines, guest posts, podcast appearances, and the back of a book. It’s brief but polished — usually one concise paragraph that captures your personality…