Nanowrimo

October 29, 2012

Writing, in my opinion, does not take talent but imagination. Some writers can put the pen to paper (or hands on keyboard) and a story will pour out of them like water to a glass. Others, like myself, can hammer out a few solid pages of awesomeness, quickly doubt themselves, and throw it away. No matter how far I get, the outcome is always the same. It is a story that bloomed in my mind, was sure to be terrific, and ends up not being more than a few paragraphs.

This road block has been more than frustrating for years, but there is hope for us two-pagers. It's called Nanowrimo. Standing for National Writer's Month, Nanowrimo challenges writers to turn off their "editor" and go the distance. Here is the challenge: Begin writing on November (National writers month) 1st and by the 30th have 50,000 words of raw brilliance! This challenge is a good way for people who love to write but cannot seem to get past word count or content. Of course, it may not be a bestseller or even anything you wish to see published, but it is a very exciting idea to say "Yeah, I've written a novel!"

The website allows you to create your own profile, log your word count, and chat with other writers! We are excited also to offer Nanowrimo write-in sessions at the Smithville Branch this year. The sessions start at 6:30 p.m. and go until 8:30 p.m. The dates are Thursday November 1st, 8th, 15th and the 29th. Bring your laptops, paper, brains, and energy. Let's get our Write on.

North Oak and Boardwalk Branch are also providing write-ins, check the website for dates.

Heather S.
Smithville Branch