How to Celebrate When Published

Lots of my writing friends celebrate the publication of their books in some way, for example, a few of them buy a new charm for their bracelet - which they purchased to celebrate the publication of their first book. This is a lovely idea and I'd love to have something to celebrate the success of my first publication (when it happens), and to then remember each subsequent book.

Trouble is, I have no idea what!

I have a charm bracelet which I love, and don't need another. I'm not a big wine drinker, and don't particularly like to shop (more on this in another post). I'd love the anticipation of a reward.

Anyone got any suggestions?  I'll base a future post on what my celebration will be :)

Is Publication A Sound Goal?

I read an article by Jenny Crusie recently. She advocates writers give up their goal to be published, and compares it to the pre-feminism era when a woman's goal was to be married. Both are totally out of your hands. You've no control over whether you succeed or fail.

I agree. A publisher isn't going to play by your rules and send you that contract to meet your deadline. BUT I do think having something to aim for makes you work harder; makes you keep trying, even through the hard times; makes you set achievable goals (all of which will take you that one step closer).

It may be splitting hairs, a goal versus something to aim for, but I value the difference, and will continue to have publication as that gold star to aim to.

You can read the full Jenny Crusie article here.