So far, the start of 2010 has been a bit rough. Nothing I can’t handle to be sure, but I’ll be happy when things settle. What it has done for me, is giving me the opportunity to think about what I want to accomplish this year on the writing front.
I normally set goals for myself in January, rather than do resolution thing. I don’t know why, but resolutions don’t pack the same punch for me. As I’ve been sitting on my couch, I’ve come up with a small list of things I’d like to get done this year with my writing.
Get an agent. I know this is like putting get published on your goal list, totally out of my control. However, I did put get published on my list one year and it actually happened. There’s more to it than simply wanting an agent. It means I have to ensure the manuscript I want to shop is ready (lots of editing work). I need to do my research on agents who I feel would not only be a great fit for my work, but someone I could work with on a business level. It also means I have to suck it up and actually query people. I did this for a bit last year, then chickened out. I have to change my mindset if I’m going to get an agent.
Write three novels. Anyone who knows me and my word count output shouldn’t be too surprised by this one. I can do it. However, I do want to change things up a bit. Two of them will be erotic romance novels, but I want the third to be another urban fantasy. Most likely it will be a follow up to the UF I just finished. I love that particular world and want to play some more there. So, it looks like I’m going to be busy.
Do more promotion. I’ve fallen off the PR wagon a little bit. Last year was very busy on a number of different fronts, and I had to drop a few of the extras I normally did. That included my newsletter and chats. This year, I’m planning on bringing my newsletter back and do a few more extras. Keep your eyes open. 
And if you don’t know by now, I’m crazy active on Twitter. You can all follow me there as Christine_dAbo.
Find a snoopy t-shirt that fits me. Seriously! Everyone I’ve ever come across is for kids or women with no boobs. And mine aren’t that big! I’ve bought two and have given each of them to my ten year old. I need this one people or I can’t in good consciousness say 2010 was a success. (EDIT: Yes, I did mean t-shirt. I guess that explains how I’m feeling right now LOL! Thanks Leah.)
That’s it! It may only be four goals, but they are big ones (especially snoopy). Do I think I can accomplish them? Of course! We’ll just have to see if the rest of the universe agrees with my plan.
Happy 2010 to everyone out there.
HAPPY 2010, Christine! Awesome goals for the year. I also want to write faster this year. Maybe 2 full books, and 2 category books if I can manage. Also I simply must, must start an excercise regimen. I’m cheering for you, lady, so go get that agent and pound on the keyboard and get your snoopy shirt! Hahahaha!
My crystal ball predicts a reason for having your Snoopy T-shirt, Christine. If you force yourself to get the queries out, the Snoopy shirt will come.