What is a Core Task and how do I use it?

The Core Tasks feature in The Author Helper Suite allows you to create a set of task blueprints that will then be automatically added to all of your books for you. So, instead of having to go into each book and add a new task for your getting cover art, for example, you would add the task as a Core Task. Then, AHS will go into each of your books for you and add the task.

Imagine thinking up all your tasks and having The Author Helper Suite automatically assign them each time you add a new book. You’ll still have to set the dates and such, but at least you’ll have a blueprint to work from!

Check out the following image to see all of the basic elements of the Core Tasks area of The Author Helper Suite.

Adding a New Core Task

Step 1: After clicking to add a new core task, you’ll be presented with a page that has all the necessary details to create the task. Make sure that you name the task clearly so that you’ll know what it is easily.

Step 2: Choose the task type that best fits this task. If you don’t see a task type that fits, you can create one via the Manage Task Types option on the The Author Helper Suite’s gear menu (located on the upper-right of the page).

Step 3: Finally, describe this task carefully so that you don’t have to do a lot of research. For example, if the task is meant for you to get cover art done, maybe put the artist’s name and email address here. That way you don’t need to look it up every time you need cover art done.

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