How to Organize your Writing Portfolio Part 2: Write, Save, Type, Repeat

Verse of the day: Matthew 6:11 Give us this day our daily bread.

Let's start with a simple equation: Paper plus Lack of space= a mess if you don't own some form of filing folders divided by the time it takes to organize it minus legible handwriting multiplied by the inability to rewrite or edit equals: less clean, polished work for your portfolio. The overall solution?

Typing and printing your work. (if physical copies make you more comfortable) I know it does for me. This will give you a lot more room to send off manuscripts to publishers without too much fuss of having to redo everything from written to print. There isn't anything wrong with having written notes, but keep in mind that a more organized writer gives more credit to her/himself by being able to find what's needed WHEN it's needed.

My Tips:

1. Use your Google Drive account or a form of Word document

2. Center your titles and make them no larger than 12 or 14 font size

3. Type size 12 or 14 (no double space)

4. Buy a multi-prong folder for easier access (with tabs for labeling)

5. Use clear sheet protectors for finished documents

Don't fret over your portfolio not looking as "thick" or rewarding after everything has been downsized to print. This will all benefit you in the long run, by saving you on both paper and pen ink :).

"For the love of life and literature, stay prayerful, stay positive and write on!"

not my pic but taken from wix!