Comments on: Tips for Winning NaNoWriMo from Michael Stackpole

By: Jean Reidy

Jean Reidy — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:29:41 +0000

This will be my 4th novel but my first NaNoWriMo. Thanks so much for the tips. I’ve found that when I freewrite about my characters new plot points develop. The planning process is so organic it becomes difficult not to actually write. But by putting off the writing, I’ve actually had the freedom to explore the plot and characters more deeply before I get hung up on the story trajectory.

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uberVU - social comments — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:47:33 +0000

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Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:21:53 +0000

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By: alice hive

alice hive — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:17:27 +0000

I found characterization much more important than planning the plot. In fact the parts that were not planned were a lot better than the planned parts.

By: Kitty Bucholtz

Kitty Bucholtz — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 08:40:03 +0000

I’m really interested to know how many NaNo writers are actively pursuing publication, and all that it entails. I wonder if that’s why most of them don’t outline – because they’re just doing it for fun. Anyone know?

Great notes, Shonna! I printed this out so I can think about it when I start work again on Monday – including adding to my outline. Thanks for sharing!

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By: Lost Wanderer

Lost Wanderer — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:28:32 +0000

I know quite a few of people who plan to do NaNo without an outline, but for me, outline is a must. Besides being useful, it also gives me a reason to think about my story before November.