Quill&Steel
Author Dashboard & Writing Tracker (Notion Template)
Tired of juggling to-do lists, word counts, and submission reminders across multiple tools?
The Notion Author Dashboard & Writing Tracker is your new HQ: a polished, intuitive Notion workspace where planning, writing, research, and submissions come together.
Every component is thoughtfully connected (progress stats, task categories, contact tracking, and more) so your writing stays both creative and controlled.
What is Notion?
The Author Dashboard & Writing Tracker is built in Notion.
Notion is a free tool that lets you organize your ideas, tasks, and story digitally—like Google Docs, your Notes app, and a digital planner all rolled into one workspace.
This Author Dashboard is already set up for you. Simply create a free Notion account when prompted and click “Duplicate” to copy it to your account.
Refund policy
Since my products are digital downloads (like Notion templates and PDF workbooks), they can’t be “returned” in the traditional sense.
That said, your experience matters to me. If you run into an issue or feel a product isn’t the right fit, you’re welcome to reach out within 48 hours of purchase.
Refund requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and granted at my discretion.
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With this template you can...
✓ Visualize your writing progress using milestones and dynamic word-count tracking
✓ Organize your creative flow—from writing tasks to editorial to-do’s—in one clear dashboard
✓ Keep agents, editors, and publishers in view with a professional contact database
✓ Build a resource library with material you gather while researching and writing
✓ Learn how to format your manuscript with guidelines and visual examples
✓ Track submissions and follow-ups automatically, so no query slips through the cracks
✓ And more!
Get started in minutes
Step 1: Create a free Notion account when prompted
Step 2: Duplicate the template into your account
Step 3: You're good to go!
Frequently asked questions about the Notion Author Dashboard
I’m new to Notion—will I know how to use it?
Yes! The dashboard is pre-built and ready to go. All you have to do is duplicate it into your workspace. Tooltips and clear labels are included so you’ll know exactly what each section does.
How is this different from the Notion Worldbuilding Hub?
The Author Dashboard is designed to manage your writing life—word counts, tasks, contacts, and submissions. The Worldbuilding Template is built for story creation—characters, settings, magic systems, and lore. They work beautifully together but serve different needs.
Can I customize the dashboard?
Absolutely. Every database, property, and page can be adjusted to match your personal workflow. You can rename sections, add new properties, or keep it as-is for a clean, ready-to-use system.
Is this specifically for fantasy writers?
Nope! While I also create worldbuilding tools for fantasy authors, this Author Dashboard & Writing Tracker is built to work with any genre. Whether you’re writing fantasy, romance, mystery, sci-fi, or memoir, the structure is flexible enough to adapt.