Oh, right, I’m working on a novel…
449 words this morning. Back on the horse. Or wagon. Or something.
New goal - finish this novel by mid-October and then consider starting the new one during NaNoWriMo. This may be too ambitious. This may be insane. But that’s another one of those Writing Rules they tell you - finish the first book and start on the second.
(Oh, and they say don’t make the second one a sequel, since you have no guarantee that the first will sell)
About the Author: I am a writer and podcast producer, writing for magazines and RPGs. I am a wanna-be fiction writer with several short fiction, comic scripts, and one novel sale. Playing For Keeps will be out August, '08.
Jeff | Sep 16, 2005 | Reply
I never heard that writing rule… mind you, I’ve always worked on another project when writer’s block hit me on the current one.
I’m a strong booster for NaNoWriMo. In fact I’ve convinced another Montrealer to join us this year.
Before my first NaNo soon 3 years ago I lacked the confidence to write something novel length. Now I look at ways to write more.
Pete | Sep 16, 2005 | Reply
I’ve been reading “No Plot? No Problem!” and I think I’m going to take a shot at NaNoWriMo; my first time. It’d be great to “know” other folks who’re doing it!
Jeff | Sep 17, 2005 | Reply
Go for it Pete! I also own that book, and it’s great reading, and a very tempting item!
NaNoWriMo is the reason I was gung-ho to initially try out for Beyond the Storm until reality struck: I could get a 1st draft done in 3.5 days, but a good revision would take too much longer.
Capa | Sep 18, 2005 | Reply
Hi All =o)
I think this will be my fourth kick at the NaNo can, and while I’ve never made the word count yet, I always find myself looking forward to November and a new beginning.
Mur - love the show. It’s SOOOOOO damned reassuring to hear about other writers and the battles they have in getting the “work” done. Two thumbs up! Your efforts are appreciated! Cheers!
–Sean