Merging Twitter and blogging can simply be done by using these simple tools:

Add to Any: Get your posts shared on Twitter by using Add to Any on your WordPress blog.  

TwitThis: Make use of this plugin to send Twitter messages about your blog post.

MyTwitter: Use the MyTwitter plugin to display your Twitter status on WordPress.  

Twitpress: Twitpress will send out a Tweet every time you post a new blog entry. 

TwitterCounter: With this plugin, you can display the number of followers you have on Twitter.

TwitterFeed: Announce your blog post on Twitter with a customized message using TwitterFeed. 

TwitterButtons: Just as you want Twitter to send visitors to your blog, you’ll want your blog to send visitors to your tweets. 

More Resources: 

10 Ways Twitter Will Change Blog Design 

Twitter Versus Blogging

Twitter and Blogging: Tips and Tools

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Denice MacDonald