Yesterday I pushed my energy and went to the Florida Romance Writers mini conference. I had a great time with my friends and saw old friends. I was so tired I needed to rest though and today I didn’t want to leave my house.
In the picture, this is the type of scenery that awaits me if I do, but I had no power to even bother to go outside. It was pajamas, naps and bed time for me, all day. Perhaps tomorrow because of the awesome MLK day I can find the energy to do more.
For publishing I am still waiting for word on the cover art and due date for Mything the Throne. I turned the edits in New Years. I then turned around and edited Electing Love.
So for writing I am almost done with the last of the contracts and then I’ll be free to pursue my next goals. It’s exciting!
So I wanted to touch base with everyone and say hello on here. I hope you have more energy than me. If not, it’s cool. A nap is an amazing thing that I never used to appreciate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you recover after attending a writer’s conference when you are exhausted?
After attending a writer’s conference, recovery often means a full rest day at home — staying in pajamas, taking naps, and going to bed early. Even if enjoyable scenery or activities are available outside, giving your body permission to do nothing is a valid and necessary choice. A nap, as one author notes, is ‘an amazing thing’ that deserves more appreciation.
What is the editing and publishing process like after turning in manuscript edits?
After turning in manuscript edits, authors typically wait on cover art approvals and scheduled due dates from their publisher before a book releases. In some cases, an author will immediately pivot to editing another project. For example, after submitting edits for ‘Mything the Throne’ on New Year’s, the author turned around and edited ‘Electing Love,’ fulfilling the remaining contract obligations before pursuing new writing goals.
Is it better to push through fatigue and stay productive or rest after a big event?
Resting after a high-energy event like a conference is often more beneficial than pushing through fatigue. Spending a day in pajamas, napping, and sleeping early can restore energy needed for upcoming tasks. Forcing productivity while depleted risks prolonging recovery. Taking a dedicated rest day, especially when a holiday like MLK Day offers extra time, allows the body and mind to reset effectively.
