I've read a few NaNo themed posts. There are some fabulous tips out there for how to approach it. And, if you don't want to NaNo, there are posts waiting. As for me? I don't hate the concept. I love the idea that NaNo pushes you to write. I like that the goal encourages making time write. But will I be doing NaNo? No.
Everything in me wants to say I'll do NaNo every year, but I always seem to be in the middle of a WIP when NaNo rolls round (or editing one). This year is no different (I'm in the writing stage).
So I've got a few links for if you still aren't decided:
Thinking of saying yes to NaNo? Elana Johnson talks about gearing up for NaNo. Ali Cross also has some reasons for NaNo-ing.
Thinking of saying No to NaNo? Check out the annual Dear John letter to NaNoWriMo by Maggie Stiefvater.
What about you? Will you be NaNo-ing this year? Any tips for making the process easier.
I'll definitely be doing NaNo this year, despite the tons of reasons I shouldn't. (I'm in the middle of 2 WIPS, I have no time, etc etc)
ReplyDeleteLast year's NaNo was supposed to be for fun for me, but it was a total success so I'm very excited to delve into it this year. I like a challenge, and I really like the concept of just writing for fun and not stressing over every single sentence trying to make it perfect for publication.
I won't be doing NaNo this year. I thought about it but decided to work on revisions for my WIP instead. I just finished the rough draft and don't want to switch to another project yet. Maybe next year.
ReplyDeleteJust found this blog - excited to see what you guys post in the future. The fact that you have so many owls all over makes me think we are going to be friends :)
ReplyDeleteOh, and I'm doing NaNo this year, with an absolute determination to WIN!
I too am participating in NaNo this year even though it would be smarter to skip it. I've never been noted for doing the smart thing.
ReplyDeleteI loved Maggie Stiefvater's Dear John letter to NaNo. It cracked me up.
I'm doing NaNo! Just like I have the last four years. November wouldn't be November without it! :D I can't wait!
ReplyDeleteI'm doing PiBoIdMo -- 30 picture book ideas in 30 ideas! Well, I'll be happy with any book ideas! I need something to free my mind to get new ideas flowing.
ReplyDeleteYes! I will be NaNoing--me and the cuz are gonna support each other once again this year and see if we can get another book cracked out. Thanks for the links!
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