Book Project Planner
NADCITADEL / Author Resources

The vision
Describe the book and its intended reader. What should the reader understand, feel or do?

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The starting point
List the notes, draft chapters, recordings or research already available.

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The outline
Write the major sections and what each needs to accomplish.

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The support
Identify the writing, editing, design, production or publishing help you need.

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The milestones
Set dates for draft, editing, design, review and intended publication. Include time for feedback.

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The budget
Record the budget range, priorities and any deliverables that can wait.

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The decisions
List unanswered questions, who will answer them and when.

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The next action
Choose the first manageable task and set a date to complete it.

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