I’m currently working on the first draft of my new novel, which is about two women who are both completely misunderstood by their families. It’s great fun to write, but I as I have now signed a publishing deal, which could possibly include a sequel to the book they are publishing, I need to make my workflow easier.
I’m not very good at writing lists, as I often forget where they are. This is what should be on my list during the time my publisher is editing my upcoming novel.
Marketing schedule for new book.
Complete 20,000 words for current manuscript.
Edit/proof current work.
Cover design ideas.
Book blurb.
Keep up with social media commitments, including hosting #CreativeBizHour on Twitter.
Start sequel for soon to be published book.
Write 2 blog posts a week.
Newsletters.
Obviously this includes family commitments and household chores. But by this time I’m scared of my list and have hidden it somewhere I will never look again. A good idea today seemed to be under the dog’s bed!
As with most jobs, we all have to multi-task and the kitchen timer on my writing desk does beep and tell me to get on with it, but as a bit of a dreamer (which helps with my job), it means better planning needs to creep into my day and the usual ‘make it up as I go along’ vibe might have to take a back seat for a while.
I’ll let you know how I get on:)
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