Writers' Tip: Make a writing goal list by January first and hang it over your work station. Keep a copy of it in another location where you'll see it on a daily basis--just as a reminder. (My "other" location is on top of my sock drawer.)

At the top of my list: Finish the nonfiction book I just sold by deadline.
Number two on my list: Write, submit, and have accepted another picture book.

Usually, my goal list has four or five items on it. I rarely achieve them all, but the list serves as a constant little nudge to be working toward achieving them.

Happy New Year, all!