How long should I make my first hiatus?

[sartinjacqueline05]

So I'm about to start my first real hiatus. I was thinking about letting it go for 2 months so i can use the time to write out more of my script and work on other stuff. But another part of me thinks i should let it last through the holidays which would be 4 months. Is 4 months too long for me to not upload a new page or should i take as long as i need? I'll be sure to let everyone know im still active of course.

[joannekwan]

Take as long as you need! You're producing your work for free! Your needs should be the top priority.

[Leverance]

I've taken multiple hiatuses before. What matters is for your own health and well-being. Don't worry about posting or being online (in some cases that is just added stress). Do inform your readers that you're taking a break and if you know how long it will last, tell them that as well.

You don't need to tell the exact reason if it's personal, just the information of a break is enough. Since most readers are in the app (I assume) tell them via an author's note and post it on your profile.

If you use a lot of social media and want to take a break there too -- write hiatus somewhere on it, so people are aware you won't be as responsive as usual.

I wish you all the best!

[IndigoShirtProd]

I took a hiatus for 6 months and I still had most of my subs, and plenty of interaction in the episodes I came back with. It's really better to take as long as you need to make the best product instead of worrying over time. Those who care will stay and that's what matters. If you really want to stay in contact with your readers, update them regularly on your work which is what I do regardless if I'm on hiatus or not. You can do it weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, just at whatever time interval feels reasonable.