Tag: writing

As you write, you may be asking yourself what the point is. Where, exactly, is your novel going? And how are you going to get it there? Well, I may not have the answers, but I do have some encouragement for you. This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the… Continue reading PODCAST #7: WHERE IS THIS THING GOING?

On day 6, with the writing goal being 10,000 words, is it too late to start writing if you’re late to the party? Well… no. And here’s why. This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the conversation in the comments! (PLEASE NOTE: First-time posters are subject to approval due to… Continue reading PODCAST #6: ARGH! IT’S TOO LATE TO START!

NaNoWriMo is a non-profit organization that depends on donations to keep going and spreading its good works. In today’s episode I list several reasons the organization matters and make an appeal to you to help out. SHOW CORRECTION: When I first introduce the non-profit aspect, I call it a 503(c). Later, I realize I said… Continue reading PODCAST #4: DONATING TO NANOWRIMO

There is a lot about NaNoWriMo that helps writers get that first draft finished. One of the greatest, in my humble opinion, is the Write-In. This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the conversation in the comments! (PLEASE NOTE: First-time posters are subject to approval due to the avalanche of… Continue reading PODCAST #3: WRITE-INS

The flurry of November 1 writing was an amazing feeling, but what about today, now that the reality of what you’re trying to do might be sinking in? What is going to bring you back to the page? This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the conversation in the comments!… Continue reading PODCAST #2: GETTING BACK TO THE PAGE

This episode of the podcast is all about the jittery joy of starting your new novel on November 1. This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the conversation in the comments! (PLEASE NOTE: First-time posters are subject to approval due to the avalanche of spambots.) To subscribe, please enter the… Continue reading PODCAST #1 – IT STARTS!

Today’s episode focuses on characters — or lack thereof. Contribute to the conversation in the comments! (PLEASE NOTE: First-time posters are subject to approval due to the avalanche of spambots.) To subscribe, please enter the RSS feed (link at the top of the page) into your favorite podcatcher. This podcast will not be listed in… Continue reading PODCAST #0 – CHARACTERS

“Where Do You Get Your Ideas?” It’s a question every writer hates. And here is the answer, in case you need a few for next month. This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the conversation in the comments! (PLEASE NOTE: First-time posters are subject to approval due to the avalanche… Continue reading PODCAST #-1: STORY IDEAS

NaNoWriMo is not a sprint: It’s a marathon. Today’s episode is all about gearing up and preparing yourself for that marathon. Brace yourself mentally, and if you’re so inclined, prepare your novel with pre-November outlining. This is a podcast all about National Novel Writing Month. Contribute to the conversation in the comments! (PLEASE NOTE: First-time… Continue reading PODCAST #-3: PREP GUIDE