No doubt about it, it is tough to keep the word count going during the holidays. Especially when you are talking Thanksgiving and Christmas – the two big ones. Family, travel, friends, the parties to plan and attend, these are all very time consuming, stressful, and often necessary parts of the season. And then there’s all that shopping…ick.
I know. I’ve been there and done all of them.
One way that helps me keep the productivity progressing is to have some piece of what I’m working on with me when I am traveling. Sometimes it’s pages to edit, or research for my next story. If I’m actively writing, I’ll take along my AlphaSmart (word processor) so I can keep going.
Now don’t get me wrong, I never get a great deal done on holiday trips, but, the few minutes I can manage to sneak away and look at my story keeps it fresh in my mind. So even if I don’t get a single word written or edited, at least when I get back home and in my routine I am ready to pick right up with my story. I won’t need several days to re-read and refresh.
This year in particular, keeping my word count going is important. I have a novella to finish and turn in to my editor, as well as a three book proposal to write. All to be done over the holidays.
And this is the week when all the fun begins…
