Creating Your Personal Monthly Writing Schedule:
A Guide for Unpublished Writers
Introduction
As an unpublished writer, finding the time and motivation to write consistently can be challenging. Creating a personal monthly writing schedule is essential for staying on track and making steady progress. In this blog, we'll cover everything you need to know to develop a writing routine and a few writer's block solution
As an unpublished writer, finding the time and motivation to write consistently can be challenging. Creating a personal monthly writing schedule is essential for staying on track and making steady progress. In this blog, we'll cover everything you need to know to develop a writing routine and a few writer's block solution
Setting Your Goals
1. Define Your Writing Goals
2. Decide if you're focusing on short stories, a novel, or any other writing project.
3. Set specific, achievable goals for the month.
1. Define Your Writing Goals
2. Decide if you're focusing on short stories, a novel, or any other writing project.
3. Set specific, achievable goals for the month.
Example: I’m writing a fiction romance novel writer for Christian readers. I will write 500 – 800 words per day 6 times a week.
YOUR TURN:
I’m a _____________ writer for ___________ readers. I will write ________ to _______ words per __________.
YOUR TURN:
I’m a _____________ writer for ___________ readers. I will write ________ to _______ words per __________.
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Break Down Your Goals
I will write for 30 minutes with coffee before 8am and finish my last 500 words at 7pm on Monday – Thursday for three consecutive weeks. Your turn: I will write for _______ minutes/hours before ______am/pm and finish my last ______ words before ______pm on _____ for ______ consecutive weeks |
Creating Your Schedule
Determine Your Available Writing Time. This is just between you and your journal. Be true to yourself and your deadline.
Example:
I can commit one hour a day six times a week to write no less than 500 words per hour.
Your Turn:
I can commit to _____ a ______ for______ times a ______ to write no lesss than ____ words each _____.
Determine Your Available Writing Time. This is just between you and your journal. Be true to yourself and your deadline.
Example:
I can commit one hour a day six times a week to write no less than 500 words per hour.
Your Turn:
I can commit to _____ a ______ for______ times a ______ to write no lesss than ____ words each _____.
Assess your daily and weekly schedule.
1. Allocate specific times for writing.
2. Prioritize your writing sessions.
3. Make writing a non-negotiable part of your daily routine like exercise, prayer, that TV show you love. ;)
4. Choose times when you're most productive.
(Please don’t choose after you finish a meal)
5. Start with short writing sessions and gradually increase.
Don't stress if you find yourself falling behind and not sticking to your schedule, join writing groups and online forums. Attend writing workshops or the DreamWriterInk! Becoming a FEARless Author Bootcamp. Writing help is closer than you think.
Conclusion
Creating a personal monthly writing schedule is an invaluable step for unpublished writers. By incorporating these strategies and tips, you'll be well on your way to achieving your writing goals. Remember to stay flexible, adjust your schedule as needed, and most importantly, enjoy the writing process.
Need help starting your writing schedule? Click to download June's Writing Schedule.
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This transformative program is designed to help you:
**Conquer Self-Doubt: Gain confidence in your writing abilities.**
**Develop a Writing Routine: Create a sustainable writing practice.**
**Learn from Experts: Get insights and tips from seasoned authors.**
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**Build a Support Network: Connect with fellow writers and mentors.
Finish Your Book: Move from idea to completed manuscript.**
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Why and How Unpublished Writers Can Turn
Their Manuscripts into Podcasts
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Are you an unpublished writer looking for innovative ways to share your work and build an audience? Turning your manuscript into a podcast can be a powerful strategy to reach new readers and gain visibility in the literary world. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of creating a podcast from your manuscript and provide a step-by-step guide to get you started |
Why Turn Your Manuscript into a Podcast?
Reach a Wider Audience: Podcasts are a growing medium with millions of listeners worldwide. By transforming your manuscript into a podcast, you can tap into this audience and expand your reach.
Reach a Wider Audience: Podcasts are a growing medium with millions of listeners worldwide. By transforming your manuscript into a podcast, you can tap into this audience and expand your reach.
- Build a Fanbase: Podcasts allow you to connect with your audience on a personal level. Listeners can become loyal fans who eagerly anticipate your next episode.
- Enhance Your Writing Skills: Podcasting forces you to refine your storytelling techniques, making your writing more engaging and dynamic.
- Marketing Tool: A podcast can serve as an excellent marketing tool to promote your book once it’s published, increasing your visibility and credibility as an author.
- Monetization Opportunities: Successful podcasts can attract sponsorships and advertisements, providing an additional income stream.
Steps to Create a Podcast from a Manuscript
Step 1: Plan Your Podcast Identify Your Audience: Understand who your target listeners are. Are they fans of your genre, aspiring writers, or literature enthusiasts?
- Format and Structure: Decide on the format of your podcast. Will it be a serialized reading of your manuscript, or will you include commentary and discussions on writing techniques?
Step 2: Prepare Your Manuscript
Select Excerpts: Choose compelling excerpts from your manuscript that will keep listeners engaged. Consider cliffhangers to encourage them to tune in to the next episode.
Edit for Audio: Adapt your manuscript for audio consumption. This might involve simplifying complex sentences, adding dialogue, or creating soundscapes to enhance the listener’s experience.
Select Excerpts: Choose compelling excerpts from your manuscript that will keep listeners engaged. Consider cliffhangers to encourage them to tune in to the next episode.
Edit for Audio: Adapt your manuscript for audio consumption. This might involve simplifying complex sentences, adding dialogue, or creating soundscapes to enhance the listener’s experience.
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Step 3: Record Your Podcast
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Step 5: Distribute Your Podcast
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Step 6: Promote and Engage
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Turning your manuscript into a podcast is a fantastic way for unpublished writers to gain exposure, build a fanbase, and refine their storytelling skills. By following these steps, you can create a compelling podcast that showcases your writing and connects you with a broader audience. Start your podcasting journey today and watch your writing career soar!