Writing A secondary novel related to the main one, please give me advice

[LastMinami]

I recently published the first chapter of a novel set in the same universe as my main novel, but I'm not sure how to coordinate the release dates. They're two different genres. I was wondering if you could advise me on how to publish both novels regularly. I have a friend who usually publishes up to four in a single week.

 

[Hans.Trondheim]

I summon thee, Master @Corty

 

[Corty]

First, don't forget to set the relations of the two books. Edit your books and go to the misc tab to set it.

Then, you just need a release schedule that you can maintain.

If you need an example, here is my schedule:

Monday: THSF + My Naruto fanfic + MG rewrite
Tuesday: THSF + My SW fanfic + MG rewrite
Wednesday: THSF + FRTV + MG rewrite
Thursday: THSF + SW fanfic + MG rewrite
Friday: THSF + Naruto + MG rewrite
Saturday: FRTV + my Patreon-only new book


Just set a schedule that you can maintain and start releasing, nothing else matters.

 

[LastMinami]

First, don't forget to set the relations of the two books. Edit your books and go to the misc tab to set it.

Then, you just need a release schedule that you can maintain.

If you need an example, here is my schedule:

Monday: THSF + My Naruto fanfic + MG rewrite
Tuesday: THSF + My SW fanfic + MG rewrite
Wednesday: THSF + FRTV + MG rewrite
Thursday: THSF + SW fanfic + MG rewrite
Friday: THSF + Naruto + MG rewrite
Saturday: FRTV + my Patreon-only new book


Just set a schedule that you can maintain and start releasing, nothing else matters.

I've already established the relationship; it's a very good idea to establish it. The only problem is that sometimes I don't upload chapters because I only get home to sleep. But I'll take your advice and put it into practice.

 

[Corty]

I've already established the relationship; it's a very good idea to establish it. The only problem is that sometimes I don't upload chapters because I only get home to sleep

Schedule them if you have them written. Or, pile up chapters before having enough to schedule.

 

[Bald-san]

First, don't forget to set the relations of the two books. Edit your books and go to the misc tab to set it.

Then, you just need a release schedule that you can maintain.

If you need an example, here is my schedule:

Monday: THSF + My Naruto fanfic + MG rewrite
Tuesday: THSF + My SW fanfic + MG rewrite
Wednesday: THSF + FRTV + MG rewrite
Thursday: THSF + SW fanfic + MG rewrite
Friday: THSF + Naruto + MG rewrite
Saturday: FRTV + my Patreon-only new book


Just set a schedule that you can maintain and start releasing, nothing else matters.

Bro was summoned, bro delivered. Also I need this for my sequel too, so thanks

 

[DarkCosmos]

I think your secondary novel should revolve around a strong core, which is your primary novel.
Personally, I’d suggest establishing a consistent release schedule for your main story first. Once you reach a major hook or expansion point in that story, that’s probably the best time to start publishing the secondary one. It creates momentum and gives readers a reason to branch into the side project.
And definitely follow @Corty 's advice about maintaining a schedule you can actually sustain, as sometimes consistency matters more than volume.

P.S. I’m still a new author myself, so definitely take my 'instincts' with a grain of salt and see what works for your specific workflow.

 

[LastMinami]

I think your secondary novel should revolve around a strong core, which is your primary novel.
Personally, I’d suggest establishing a consistent release schedule for your main story first. Once you reach a major hook or expansion point in that story, that’s probably the best time to start publishing the secondary one. It creates momentum and gives readers a reason to branch into the side project.
And definitely follow @Corty 's advice about maintaining a schedule you can actually sustain, as sometimes consistency matters more than volume.

P.S. I’m still a new author myself, so definitely take my 'instincts' with a grain of salt and see what works for your specific workflow.

The thing is, my second novel isn't related to the main one at all. It's set in the same universe as the main one, but after certain events, the protagonist is sent to another universe, so it's its own story.