Planning a half marathon...

gingerfurball

I'm in the process of planning a couple of races for the spring - I have a half marathon in mind in 19 weeks time, and then a marathon which is 8 weeks after.

I'm trying to work out a schedule and wondering if I should follow a dedicated half marathon plan (I'd like to give it a good go) and then follow a shortened marathon plan for the next race.

Or...should I just go with a marathon schedule and plan the half into it....any thoughts, plans, reminiscences and input gratefully received!