Looking Forward With 2021 Goals
Because we are still in the middle of the pandemic and as I write this, things are set to get even worse before the vaccine is rolled out, what the new year will bring to me as a writer is uncertain. However, I do have some targets to share with you. In 2021, I hope to:
- get my third novel in the best condition I can before submitting it to my editor at Ruby Fiction. It's coming out in July and I'm looking forward to introducing Annie, Odile and Clara to my lovely readers. Many have been asking when the next novel is being published and I hope I can fulfil their expectations!
- work on some ideas for future novels that have been bubbling away in my head. Whereas the first three books have explored mother and daughter relationships, I'd like to look at links between siblings next. As with all my novels, I hope that they will be partly set in a contrasting country so that when we can travel freely again, I can 'walk the walk' of my new characters, notebook in hand. I can't wait!
- attend the RNA Conference in person. I did miss it so much this year like everyone else, I'm sure.
- to read more
- to continue with the fortnightly blog. It was a good decision to move from weekly to writing a post every other week. In 2020, there were 26 blog posts, whereas I hadn't ever reached my target of a post a week before.
- to continue to enjoy my writing and learn more about the craft. I shall be continuing with Imagine Writing Workshops with Jenny Kane. These sessions via Zoom have not only been enjoyable but invaluable for keeping my writing mojo going during a difficult year. Thanks, Jenny!
Wish me luck!
Thank you for reading and your loyal support. I hope that you achieve your writing goals in 2021. Are they different from other years' in view of COVID? How do you prioritise? I'd love it if you shared your thoughts and ideas. Thanks.
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Congratulations, Jan on your seven year anniversary! My own blog has been neglected of late; I haven't posted since November! (Hope to have some news worth shouting about soon.)
ReplyDeleteI've never been one for goals per se - I make writing plans in my head but in reality, go where the flow takes me. The constant plan is to write. Every day if I can; as often as I can manage. And Covid hasn't affected this. Writing is my coping strategy in any case & I'm currently working fairly regularly on Book 5. (A return to the ghost/Gothic genre.) Still aiming to be off the blocks no later than ten o'clock each morning. But like most of us, I take it one day at a time & try to remain positive about everything really; including my writing. Here's to the words, the goals & dreams we may have. Happy New year, Jan! And the very best with Book 3! xXx
Thank you, Carol. I love the sound of Book 5 with its return to the ghost/Gothic genre. Staying positive is the way to go so good luck with your writing in 2021. I'm very much looking forward to reading your new book this year.
DeleteCongratulations on the many wonderful things you've already achieved, Jan, and all the very best for your 2021 goals! xxx
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sara. I'm very much looking forward to reading your new book, Emmet and Me. It sounds wonderful.
DeleteCongratulations on your 7th anniversary, Jan. I enjoy the variety of topics you cover. I like the sound of book 4 and exploring the relationship between siblings. I hope you are able to travel so that you can bring the place to life in your story. I think that is one of your strengths as a writer.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sue, especially for your kind words. Yes, it would be lovely to think we will be able to travel again in 2021 and then all meet up at the RNA Conference in July. Fingers crossed.
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