2 Years to a Book [InfoGraphic]

by Jennifer Mattern | May 31, 2015 | Indie Publishing, Writing & Editing | 3 comments

In this week's "short share," we have a two-year book writing plan from HuntersWritings.com. While two years might be an unnecessarily long time for many indie authors these days, I think it's a great plan for new authors -- especially those trying to write their first book alongside a traditional day job.

If you find yourself with limited time to write, but you'd like to publish a book, consider this plan.

Source: HuntersWritings.com

If you've already published, or if you're currently working on a book, how does this plan differ from your own? Do you think it's realistic for new authors? Why or why not?

Jennifer Mattern

Jennifer Mattern is a professional blogger, freelance business writer, and indie author. She runs numerous websites & blogs including All Freelance Writing, NakedPR.com, and KissMyBiz.com.

Jenn has 19 years experience writing for others, around 14 years experience in blogging, and over 11 years experience in indie e-book publishing. She is also an Active member of the Horror Writers Association.

Subscribe to the All Indie Writers newsletter to get personal updates from Jenn in your inbox.

Read more posts from Jennifer Mattern.

3 Comments

Eric Pulsifer on May 31, 2015 at 10:21 pm

Not too unrealistic. Takes much longer to revise than to write the first draft. This infographic puts a lot more emphasis on planning than I would recommend, but I like to come out of the chute writing and plan as I go.
Reply
- Jennifer Mattern on June 1, 2015 at 3:49 am
  
  Thanks for your input Eric.
  
  That’s actually what I like about this — the emphasis on planning. To each his or her own. 🙂
  Reply
Brian Robben on July 16, 2016 at 1:22 pm

Love the thought behind the infographic (especially for new aspiring authors as you point out), although I believe this process could be condensed by 50-75% of the time.
Reply