Finding The Word Count That Suits You

I’ve been asked by many people what word count do I set for each day or week.

Even after five books, I still don’t set a daily word count for myself. I write more when inspiration hits. Which means my word count for a day could range from 0 to 3,000.

Some people do better setting a word count goal. That helps them feel motivated.

For me, it puts more pressure on than is needed. This doesn’t mean I don’t sit down and push myself to write. Because I do. It just means that I don’t put added pressure by word count.

Weather you write a little or a lot, you should feel accomplished, because you have written.

On days where you don’t write, that’s fine to. Use that time to rest, get inspiration and think of your next step.

One thing I do advise everyone to do, is to take notes. No matter where you are, or what time it is. If an idea comes to mind, write it down.

Another is to NOT delete your work. Even if you don’t want to continue it. It can serve for inspiration later on. Always keep your work, notes and all.

And no matter what you get done, be proud of what you have accomplished. And how far you’ve come from where you once were. Even if that means half a step or a mile. Just keep moving forward and you will meet your destination.