Strictly
speaking, Nanowrimo isn't a resource, but since
it has helped millions of writers the world over, it has earned its place as an
icon in the world of scribes.
Writers
over the globe anticipate National Novel Writing Month (November each year) which
is when they can cast aside their inhibition and lock up their internal editor
while writing to their heart's content.
The aim
is to write 50,000 words in 30 days and while many do not have a complete novel
at the end of November, a vast amount of writers go on to polish and publish their
NaNo novels in the following months.
Nanowrimo is so immensely popular, it has
spawned CampNaNoWriMo (that's where
you write a novel in a month) and A Young
Writer's Programme. In 2015, over a billion words were written during
NaNowrimo.
If you haven't
yet tried it, pop on over to the site and see if it may possibly be your big adventure
in 2016.
15 comments:
The thought of NaNoWriMo terrifies me. I think it's because I'm more inclined towards flash fiction PLUS I write slow.
I've come to the conclusion that the only way I'll manage NaNoWriMo, will be as a NaNo Rebel, writing a story collection that will add up to 50,000 words.
Anybody know of a group for NaNoWriMo Rebels?
Writer In Transit
I wrote my second book during NaNa and the third during BunMo, which is in June. I need a kick in the butt to finish, so NaNo is perfect for me.
I can get that done with ease, so never felt needed to try at my sea. But awesome for those that need it indeed.
Nope. Not for me. As soon as I tell myself I have to write something or set down X number of words, my brain goes off line.
I've not yet participated. We'll see if I'm enticed to take part this November. Takes a lot of planning ahead.
Done NaNoWriMo four times and completed the 'challenge' three times. But yet to get any of those drafts to the publishing line. I have a habit of starting and never finishing = failure to have the confidence to share my work.
I have never tried NaNo but someday I'm going to be at the right spot in starting a manuscript or finishing one, and I'm going to jump in.
Susan Says
Michelle,
I have tried many times to do NaNoMo... and I have failed time and again. I have to write what I want, when I want. That is how I have always done it.
Thank you so very much for visiting my page. Yes I left off a few, well quite a few Biblical M's unfortunately.
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Love NaNo, I am doing Camp April NaNo and will probably do July too. I have a little over 5000 words right now. My set goal for camp is 25000. Great post.
Juneta @ Writer's Gambit
I've "won" Nano twice. I find it a great way to churn out a big chunk of first draft.
@RhondaGilmour from
Late Blooming Rose
I have never tried it, and honestly, I'm not sure I will. November in my neck of the woods is hectic. I don't know how you guys find the time or the energy. But never say never, right? Maybe one day.
Looking forward to reading more novels in the coming days.
Michelle, I totally understand but the fun is in trying. I like the idea of a NaNo rebel group.
Alex, like you, I've gotten some great books out of NaNo.
Patt, yes, to each his own.
Lee, I understand that too. With me, I seem to produce more under deadline conditions.
Nicola, the advance planning comes in helpful when November sets in.
Roland, good job. Now to build up your confidence to finish and get your baby out.
Susan, good luck. I hope the opportunity comes soon.
Thanks for dropping in, Paul.
Thanks, Juneta. NaNo rocks!
That's right, Rhonda.
You never know, Joylene. November always turns crazy for me, but somehow I keep writing.
Thanks for dropping in, Lux.
It's grown so much.
Sorry I'm so late to comment on this... I was at Camp Nano :)
Jemima Pett
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