It’s time to claim 2025 as the year you write your book! The start of a new year can bring on a time of reflection. Many writers are looking to set goals that will help them grow and stay consistent. But often, lofty ambitions can lead to burnout, frustration, or even quitting.

How do you set goals that are not only realistic but also motivating? Here are some actionable strategies to make this your most productive and satisfying writing year yet.

Are you struggling to set writing goals you actually achieve? Aspiring authors often find themselves in a loop of setting ambitious goals only to abandon them halfway through. But fear not, I'm here to walk through the process of setting and achieving realistic writing goals.

In the fast-paced world we live in, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily activities, often neglecting our personal well-being and creative pursuits. One practice that has stood the test of time and continues to be a powerful tool for self-reflection and skill development is journaling. Beyond being a simple record of daily events, journaling can catalyze personal growth and a means to enhance your writing skills.

It’s no secret that we live in a world full of distractions. As writers, we often allow writing to fall to the bottom of our to-do list while wishing we could make more progress, quickly.

Inherently, being a writer means we have a creative brain. That creative brain can often show up in ways that feel like chaos — the best possible kind, but chaos nonetheless. If the phrase “writing process” makes you wiggle in your seat as it did for me, I can assure you this article isn’t about telling you what you’re doing wrong or what you need to change.