Embarking on the path of becoming an author is a thrilling adventure filled with boundless creativity, countless narratives waiting to be born, and the promise of sharing your unique voice with the world. Yet, even the most passionate aspiring authors occasionally find themselves in need of inspiration and guidance along the way. I know I do. Writing fiction is completely different to writing blog posts and engaging unknown people out there in cyberspace, so I need all the help I can get. The purpose of a blog for authors is to show your writing style, to provide interesting and valuable information that relates to the book that you have slaved…
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Writing at Warp Speed: Your NaNoWriMo Success Guide
National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a thrilling challenge that unites writers from around the world in a common goal: to write a 50,000-word novel in just 30 days. It’s a test of dedication, creativity, and perseverance. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a novice, participating in NaNoWriMo can be a rewarding and transformative experience. In this guide, we’ll explore how to prepare for NaNoWriMo and, more importantly, how to achieve the ambitious goal of writing 50,000 words in a single month. I will follow my own advice and see how far I get this year! Section 1: Preparing for NaNoWriMo 1.1 Setting Clear Goals Before you dive into…
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Plotter Or Pantser? Do You Need A Narrative Road Map?
It is almost that time again. November. That means two things. My birthday and NaNoWriMo. Every year, I give it a go, yet I never seem to get those 50,000 words down in 30 days and registered! Perhaps this year will be different (I say that every December). One very divisive argument surfaces in late October and that is whether you are a Plotter or a Pantser. If you have never heard of these words before, please continue reading and discover which you might be… Writing a novel is an adventure into the unknown, a journey where the destination is often as mysterious to the writer as it is to…
