IT'S NANOWRIMO TIME!!!

November is National Novel writing month(NaNoWriMo)! For those of you that don't know, NaNoWriMo is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing.From November 1 to November 30, participants begin working towards the goal of writing a 50,000-word novel. I know NaNoWriMo can be stressful and time consuming, but here are five tips to help you reach your word count.

1) Don't Procrastinate

It is easy to think "Oh I have a whole month," but it's surprising how quickly the month can go by. The best thing you can do is making sure you are hitting your word goal each day. That way, it can save you from stress, and make you feel accomplished each day.

2)Write what you love

It's hard to write something when you don't feel motivated. Which is why, if you are writing a scene you don't like, add something to make it more intriguing to you. Maybe add some humor, or Action, or maybe you prefer romance. Remember, if you don't enjoy what you are writing, the chances are, your audience won't like it as much either.

3)Write with a friend

When you spend long hours staring at your computer, it is hard to stay motivated. Which is why I suggest, write with another compassionate writer. That way, you can critique each other and motivate each other during the long hours of writing. Word grinding (writing continuously for a period of time) with a friend is also really helpful.

4) Don't Stress Out

Writing is not supposed to be a stressful thing, but rather a fun and enjoyable thing. Don't treat this like a school, you should write because you want to. Make sure to get enough sleep as well. And don't forget you have a life outside of NaNoWriMo.

5) Have Fun

Last but not least, Don't let NaNoWriMo ruen your love for writing. Enjoy yourself while writing, and if you don't hit your word goal, no biggie, you've got plenty of other opportunities.

Happy writing everyone, and may the odds be ever in your favour!

-Nitya