Why Should You Create a Book Project Plan?

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Many readers don’t think about how much work goes into creating the books they love. However, as an author, you’re undoubtedly familiar with that aspect. If you’re getting ready to begin your next written masterpiece, it’s smart to make a book project plan first. Think of it as the blueprint that maps out each stage of the endeavor and how long it’ll likely take.

Determine the Most Time-Intensive Tasks

Some parts of your book will take longer than anticipated to finish. Even so, you should ensure that your book project plan contains general timeframes for the expected duration of certain necessities. For example, you may list research, writing, editing and publishing within the plan. Having a broad idea of the timing required for each step helps you stay focused and know where to devote your time.

Assess What Kind of Help You Need

Writing a book project plan highlights any skill or resource gaps that could prevent the project from getting completed. Do you plan to work with a self-publishing company? That’s an increasingly popular option. According to one report, self-publishing grew by 21% between 2014 and 2015 alone. The book project plan can reveal where you need to get help for publishing or anything else. This makes it easier to start looking for assistance before you actually need it.

These are two of the most common reasons why authors create book project plans. If you’ll be publishing a book soon or are curious about your options, contact BUUKS to learn more.