|
|
SETTING
DEADLINES
|
It
takes time to write a book, and it can't be in 10-15 minute
snippets. You need blocks of time, set aside for working on
your book, so you can concentrate and "get in the zone."
For many writers, nothing works like a deadline; but, since
a book has many parts, it is wiser to set mini-deadlines than
just one drop-dead date at the end. The key is to work backwards
from the nonnegotiable, real deadline from the publisher (even
if you are the publisher). Ask yourself:
1. What is the delivery date?
2. What is today's date?
3. How much time do you have in between?
4. What to you have to in that time period?
5. What the tasks with realistic deadlines?
In other words, you should have deadlines for each section of
the book, for the first draft, for revisions, for the final
draft, for copy-editing, proofreading, sign-off, and delivery
to the publisher.
If schedules and deadlines aren't your strong suits, you need
Bobbi Linkemer. Call 314-968-8661 or e-mail bobbi@writeanonfictionbook.com. |
|
