Printable Writing Log Sheet
This writing log is for writers who want a simple record of each session. It has two pages in Letter PDF format and columns for Date, Prompt or project, Minutes, Words, Words per minute, and Notes. The sheet also updates total words automatically, with sample rows such as 2026-10-06 | Lighthouse mapmaker | 15 | 480.
Free printable · PDF
- 2 pages
- US Letter — choose “Fit to page” for A4
- PDF, 103 KB
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Use it to record each writing session as you go, then review the totals to see how long you wrote and how much you finished. Enter the date, prompt or project name, time spent, word count, and any notes about the session. Keep it nearby while drafting, revising, or testing story ideas.
Good for
- Track daily word count and time spent
- Log prompts and projects in one place
- Review writing pace with words per minute
Tip: Print double-sided to keep both pages together for quick session tracking.
5 files · PDF, DOCX, XLSX
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