Writing a novel in a month, whether for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) or another reason can be a daunting task—especially if you’ve never done so before. It doesn’t have to be difficult, however; with the right advice and steps, you can pull together a full-length book by November 30. The following ten tips will help you achieve success!
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National Novel Writing month comes only once a year, but you can always join Camp Nano in April and July too. If November is not good for you (the month before Christmas… some people are rather busy) or if you want to write several books during the year, then it’s a great way to connect with other likeminded writers and join in the camaraderie.
It’s Camp Nanowrimo Time Again Read More »
I’ve written on Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) before. If you’ve hung out here for a few years you know that I participate every year. But why?
I knew I wanted to do a blog post on nano today, and I was trying to figure out what to write. What it is that you want to know. What you would ask me if you had the chance (and you can ask me in the comment section below. I’ll answer you!)
What I originally homed in on is why or why not to participate in Nanowrimo. Some writers have very strong opinions on the matter. Some people love nano. Some people hate it. Some people keep trying it and giving up, some try and succeed, and some wouldn’t touch it with a ten foot pole.
Nanowrimo—why or why not? Read More »
If you’ve been hanging around here for a while, you probably know that I write for Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) in November and Camp Nano in April and July every year. The goal in Nanowrimo is to write a book of 50,000 words or more during the month. During the “camps” you can set your own goals, which can be words or hours, however many you like. During Camp Nano, you used to be assigned to a virtual cabin, a message board with a number of other authors, where you could chat with and encourage each other. Things have changed a little with their website overhaul, but it is still a fun even to participate in.
It’s Camp Nanowrimo — again! Read More »
If you’ve been following me here for a while, you know that I generally participate in Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) every year. A lot of people complain that November is too busy for trying to write a novel, but thousands of people around the world do it every year. Maybe it’s crazy to do it the month before Christmas, but is there really any perfect month to write a novel?
Writing for Nanowrimo Read More »
If you have followed my blog for any length of time, you probably know that I have been doing Nanowrimo for a number of years (according to my account, this is my seventh year.)
Kicking off Nanowrimo Read More »
It’s July, and that means the second installment of Camp Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) this year. I’m 16,000 words into the third book of a new cozy mystery series. The series is a spin-off from the Auntie Clem’s Bakery series, and it’s been a lot of fun, so you have something new to look forward to!
Writing for Camp Nanowrimo and Summer Reading Read More »
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know that I participate in Nanowrimo each year. National Novel Writing Month begins tomorrow, and I am all set to go. Here’s my project profile:
Nanowrimo starts tomorrow! Read More »
Draft 1 COMPLETE!
Goal was 100,000 words.
Rang in at 100,913.
Fifteen writing days, averaging 6,700 words per day.
First draft of Camp Nanowrimo project complete! Read More »
I have just completed the first draft of Making her Mark, my latest Camp Nanowrimo novel!
Camp Nano for the Win! Ringing in at 117,575 words Read More »
