ROW80LogocopyDespite the dismal weather, the dark skies and freezing temperature, I’m feeling sunny this morning! It’s the first day of my newΒ adventure – a round of words in 80 days (ROW80). I’m sure some of you will be wondering how I’m going to achieve such a feat – I mean, it involves setting goals. I actually have to plan for something. So you’ll be shocked to read the rest of this post because I actually have things in black and white! Make sure you’re sitting down because, here they are – my writing related goals for the next 80 days.

Blogging Goals

  1. Develop Author Spotlight Section at Writing Room 101
  2. Update the adventures of Lance Legion at least once per week
  3. Find a theme and update the layout for Nat Hobson (pen-name)

Writing Goals

New project (no title)

  1. Decide onΒ title for new project!
  2. Write 8,000 words per week

Editing Goals

Fractured – Novella to form part of an anthology

  1. Edit 1 Chapter per week

ROW80 Sponsor duties

  1. Visit my group twice weekly
  2. Visit other ROW80 contributors as time permits

So there you have it, my goals (baby-steps, people!).

I’m really looking forward to my duties as a sponsor because it’s one of the things I love about blogging the most – supporting other writers. So, with that said – I look forward to spending time with you all πŸ™‚

Thanks for stopping by.

Mel

28 responses to “The journy begins…a round of words in 80 days”

  1. callummclaughlin Avatar

    I admire you for taking on so much. Best of luck with it all πŸ™‚

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thanks – much appreciated, as always πŸ™‚

  2. shanjeniah Avatar

    Welcome, welcome, welcome! =D

    These seem like solid, attainable, fun goals to me! You’ve got this!

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thank you πŸ™‚ Just what I needed to hear! It’s great motivation.

      1. shanjeniah Avatar

        You’ll find lots of that, here!

  3. rachelalsowrites Avatar

    They seem like great goals! You may be a sponsor, but consider optimistic Rachel your cheerleader! Goooooo Mel! πŸ˜€

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      lol – thanks so much πŸ™‚ I’m buzzing with energy and enthusiasm. Positive and optimistic Rachel just made my day πŸ˜€

      1. rachelalsowrites Avatar

        And that just made my day! πŸ˜€

  4. Olivia Berrier Avatar

    Cool! I’ve actually never heard of the 80 day thing. What is it?

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      I’ve provided the link below so you can visit the site and learn all about it πŸ™‚ It’s a writing challenge – a round of words in 80 days where people set goals for themselves and check in with each other. A supportive community and a focus to boot – fun right!

      Thanks for commenting πŸ™‚

      What Is ROW80?

  5. Jacqui Murray Avatar

    I won’t do this this year, but maybe next. I need an inspiration for my fiction writing. Right now, I’m in the middle of non-fic series that I want to finish. I’ll be tracking your progress, Melissa!

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thanks, Jacqui. I feel pressure now! It would be great to see you in a future round. I appreciate the support πŸ™‚

  6. Kristen Avatar

    Hi, there! Nice to “meet” you, and best of luck with your ROW80 goals! Add another fellow writer to your cheerleading section… πŸ™‚

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Aw, thanks, Kristen – that’s lovely πŸ™‚ It’s great to meet you too, and I look forward to catching up. You can count of me to have your back!

  7. bevbaird Avatar

    So glad you are joining in. the accountability factor really has helped me. Look forward to getting to know you better. Great goals by the way. I tend to write novellas as well. Is there a market?

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      I definitely think there’s a market for the novella. I’ve certainly noticed a trend. I look forward to getting to know you better too. Thanks for the feedback and your kind words of welcome πŸ™‚

  8. Tammy J Rizzo Avatar

    Great goals, Mel! Baby-steps all the way to the finish! I’m sure you’ll do just fine; you seem to have a large cheering section already. πŸ˜€

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thanks, Tammy. I feel blessed to be part of this diverse and wondrous group πŸ™‚ I met some of the team by taking part in WIPpet Wednesday – best decision I ever made! Hope to catch up with you soon.

  9. kathils Avatar
    kathils

    ROW80 definitely brings out the enthusiasm and support. Goals in black & white…that’s scary stuff. πŸ˜‰

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Tell me about it! No going back now…it’s a good thing I have you guys πŸ™‚

  10. Ruth Nestvold Avatar

    Those are some impressive goals. Good luck!

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thanks, Ruth πŸ™‚ You too.

  11. Sione Aeschliman (@writelearndream) Avatar

    Welcome to ROW80 & congrats on your goal-setting! I take it it’s out of your comfort zone to set goals? Your writing goals appear to be ambitious but achievable. And happy sponsoring! I too love connecting with and supporting other writers. =*)

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Yes, I’m not a goal setter…I still have hives from yesterday! I do have them – in my head…so maybe I’m just afraid of commitment πŸ˜‰ Thanks for the warm words of welcome – I hope to catch up with you soon.

  12. Quanie Miller (@QuanieMiller) Avatar

    Wow! You’ve set some pretty lofty goals! (And here I am, still thinking about the novel I was supposed to start during NaNoWriMo 2013, lol!) I hope you’re able to get through your list with ease. Good luck!

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thanks, Quanie πŸ™‚ I appreciate the support.

  13. Lauralynn Elliott Avatar

    Lots of nice, measurable goals. Good luck this round!

    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar

      Thank you πŸ™‚ You too!

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