Here we are nearly 1/2 of the way through NaNoWriMo. I’ve given advice in the past and you can read about it here. Mostly I just want to cheer you on and say, “Look how awesome you are! You’re writing a book-shaped thing! Keep it up!” November is an awful month to try and write a … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Advice
I was all set to post another track in the Rejection Playlist but then this happened late last night (10:04 p.m. to be exact) This means I’ve now kicked NaNoWriMo’s ass for the fifth consecutive year. The NaNoWriMo novel I wrote this year (The Summer That Nothing Happened) is shitty at best. But I know … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Wrap-Up
I’ll keep this short because if you’re like me, you’re behind on your NaNoWriMo word count goals and it hasn’t even been a week. Instead of writing, you’re sitting in front of a space heater, eating an almond “ice cream” sandwich while watching The Wire. Wait, you’re not? Okay, it’s just me. Hopefully you’re cruising along … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Tips for 2013
In two days NaNoWriMo 2013 will be upon us. Are you ready? This will be my fifth NaNoWriMo in five years and once again I waited until this week to decide on an idea. So I have an idea, the vaguest of ideas, and I’m ready to jump in. Need some advice on NaNoWriMo? Try … Continue reading NaNoWriMo- Are you ready?
First of all congrats to all who finished NaNoWriMo last Friday, or anyone who has recently finished writing their (first) novel. You’re probably asking yourself, “What do I now that I’ve finished my first novel?” Here is my time-tested post-novel writing survival guide. NOTE: Do not skip ahead to step 12 until you are absolutely ready. Revision … Continue reading What to do now that NaNoWriMo is over: A 12 Step Program for Writers
Ack! *Muppet arms* There’s only two days left of NaNoWriMo and I don’t know about you, but I was in danger of FAILING. Then I chained myself to my chair and pretty much wrote 11k words in three days by mostly doing 15 minute sprints. This year’s story was a real sh*teous work of art … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Week 4 Check In & 2012 Excerpt
Hello Chickens Turkeys! We’re well over 2/3 done with that NaNoWriMo Beast. Are you still alive? If you need some advice to keep rolling, I’ve got a few words for you: keep that butt in the chair! It might be sore, but you can do it! Some fools are already done and bragging about it. If they … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Week 3 Check In & 2011 Excerpt
We’re nearly two full weeks into NaNoWriMo and I’m already 5056 words behind. I don’t know about you, but this year NaNoWriMo is kicking my ass. It doesn’t help that Scrivner is missing over 2000 words I wrote yesterday. It makes me want to cry and punch my computer in the face. My daily word … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Week 2 Check In & 2010 Excerpt
Hello, Lovelies. I hope Week 1 of NaNoWriMo is treating you well and that you’ve made your word count goals and have pretty much made this novel your bitch. If you are following the word count daily goal, you “should” be at 11,669 words. I’ll be honest. I am already behind. I skipped a day, … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Week 1 Check In & 2009 NaNoWriMo Excerpt
On the eve of NaNoWriMo, I thought I’d give you a few last words of wisdom. If you missed Part 1, you can read it here. 6. If possible, write at the same time/place everyday. You’re more apt to stick with it and complete your manuscript if you have a routine (this is true for … Continue reading NaNoWriMo Advice Part 2
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