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General Discussion / We made it through the 1st week of NaNoWriMo!
« on: November 08, 2016, 05:40:27 am »
No matter where your word count is, you made it through the first week of NaNoWriMo!

I was relatively productive all things considered.  I was incredibly busy and went out of town over the weekend, but I had a little bit of a cushion to cover me.  I have used that cushion and now I need to build another one in.  It's good to have a cushion for those days when you just can't write.   I'm off to do my writing for the day!  Here's to great writing!

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Write-Ins / Re: Writing Activity - 11/7/16 POLL
« on: November 08, 2016, 05:22:24 am »
No worries, we'll have another one soon.   :)

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New to NaNoWriMo? / Re: Strategies for a Successful NaNoWriMo
« on: November 07, 2016, 08:04:19 pm »
The stopping in the middle thing really does work.  I find myself stuck a lot less this time around and it gives me some inspiration to start off.  Somedays starting is the hardest part!

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Write-Ins / Re: Writing Activity - 11/7/16 POLL
« on: November 07, 2016, 07:52:55 pm »
Since I didn't get any responses here or on the Facebook page, we'll postpone our activity for now.  Feel free to post your opinions on future activities, though.

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Write-Ins / Writing Activity - 11/7/16 POLL
« on: November 06, 2016, 08:51:09 pm »
We will still be having a writing activity tomorrow, I just need to know if you want still want to have a Virtual Write-In.  We will be starting at 6pm PST and 9pm EST.  Also, if you have ideas for other activities you would like to participate in just let me know.

Thanks everyone!

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General Discussion / Re: Welcome to our NaNoWriMo Forum!
« on: November 01, 2016, 05:44:29 am »
I'll go first on the introductions.

My name is Amanda, and I am a stay-at-home Mom.  I volunteer, as well as take care of my 3 daughters and hubby.  Writing has been an on and off hobby for years, but this year I decided to get serious about it.  I am still trying to decide my genre as I love reading several different ones.  For NaNoWriMo, I am working on a romance novel that I started well before taking the James Patterson class.  Before staying at home with my kids, I worked in financial investments as a customer service rep and stock trader. :)  Now, it's your turn!!

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Write-Ins / Fun Halloween Writing Sprint!
« on: October 31, 2016, 06:31:58 am »
A pre-NaNo Halloween themed writing sprint!  Here's how it works (just in case you haven't done one of these before):

Set your timer for 3 minutes.  Use the writing prompt below and write as fast as you can for the full three minutes.  Post your word count in this thread.  Let's wake up that creativity!!

"Come with me," a soft voice whispered from the night.

Ready, Set...  GO!

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Research / Re: Resources List
« on: October 26, 2016, 07:57:12 am »
Absolutely!  I'll sticky this post and everyone can add their links.  Great idea!

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New to NaNoWriMo? / Strategies for a Successful NaNoWriMo
« on: October 23, 2016, 10:56:47 am »
Here are a few strategies to help you through this crazy month!

1.  Even if you are a "pantser" have some sort of road map for your story.  If you have a rough idea of where your story is going to go, that will free you up to do actual writing starting Nov. 1st.

2.  End each day's writing in the middle of something.  It could be the middle of a sentence, the middle of a scene, the middle of a conversation, or the middle of a chapter.  This helps stir your imagination for the next day and it will be easier to get writing.

3.  Do as much research ahead of time as you can.  Most of the time, when I get stuck in a story it's because I need more research or more work on a character.  If you do this before Nov. 1st, then you can reduce the chances of getting stuck during the month.

4.  NaNoWriMo is a sprint!  The purpose is to get words down on the page, they don't have to be good.  You will have the opportunity to polish your book later during edits.  One of the most challenging parts of writing a book is finishing the rough draft,  getting over that hurdle is a huge accomplishment!

5.  Save editing for January.  Don't slow down your creative momentum by going back and correcting/editing during November.  Just write!  Then when Nov 30th rolls around, you can put your story down and enjoy your holidays.  Then pick it back up with fresh eyes in January to start your editing.

With all things in writing, these may not work for everyone.  However, if you haven't ever done NaNoWriMo or Camp NaNoWriMo, then this will give you a place to start so that you can figure out what works best for you.

If you have any tips/hints to add to these, please do.   :)

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General Discussion / NaNoWriMo Preparation
« on: October 21, 2016, 10:29:15 am »
Some of us have participated in NaNo before, and some of us are new to it.  Some of us are planners, and some are pantsers.  However, we all have to prepare at least somewhat for the month of writing ahead.  Why don't we share our Pre-NaNoWriMo methods with each other?

Here's mine:

I create a detailed outline, character sketches, and research locations for my story.  Of course, everything is fluid and subject to change on my whim!  ;D

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General Discussion / NaNoWriMo Begins Nov. 1st
« on: October 21, 2016, 10:13:38 am »
Day 1 - Ready, Set, WRITE!

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General Discussion / Welcome to our NaNoWriMo Forum!
« on: October 21, 2016, 10:07:04 am »
Welcome fellow James Patterson Master Class students!! ;D

First, thanks for joining us!  It's great to get support from fellow writers, but especially during this month.  If you would like to introduce yourself, please feel free!

We do have some guidelines, and they are the same as on our Facebook page. 

Have fun and good writing to you all!

Amanda Poggemoeller

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