Monthly Archives: November 2009

Nano Update

It doesn’t get any easier, in fact keeping up with nano word count gets harder. It’s very easy to slip behind and once that happens it’s an uphill slog to get caught up again. I’m full of admiration and wonder … Continue reading

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How to beat nano burnout

It’s day 21 of NaNoWriMo, and I’ve got to admit, I’m feeling the strain. Nano burnout is creeping up on me fast so I’ve had to devise a few sneaky methods of coaxing the words out. Do tens. By this … Continue reading

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Holly Lisle and TalysMana

Holly Lisle is up to something rather special with her latest fictional feast, Talysmana. Now, just about everyone who knows me knows what a big fan I am of Holly Lisle. I like her writing, I like the way she … Continue reading

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Inspiration on the Beach

I haven’t written a single word today, but the work I have done on my novel paves the way to a lot more words in the very near future. Ever sinced I started this journey I have had a big … Continue reading

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Writing in Quicksand

28000 words into the whole story, and just over 19000 for nanowrimo, I’m rediscovering just what a journey through quicksand writing is. Especially writing a long project, like a novel. Any kind of writing can take on a life of … Continue reading

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