Nanowrimo! What it is and Why you should Participate

Dear Readers,

November is almost upon us and that means football and turkey dinner for most people, for inspiring writers though it means something else as well. It means National Novel Writing Month or "Nanowrimo." Nanowrimo is also the name of a national novel writing competition. The goal is the write a book that is at least 50,000 words in 30 days. I have already started writing mine and have tries to make myself a goal of 1,00-2,000 words a day at least.

Why should I participate?

One of the hardest parts of writing is finding an idea as well as keeping yourself motivated to a certain idea and to keep on writing. With Nanowrimo it gives you a deadline, a higher goal, and a chance to help you stay on top of your writing. It also can help you achieve your goal of being a published author if you win.

What is the prize?

The prizes vary to book deals, publications, subscriptions to certain programs to help with writing,etc. The prizes vary as well as the ways to win. The main goal is to help finish writing a book. If you can do that than it will feel much more rewarding even if you do not win.

Remember, just because you do not win does not mean you can not try to have your book published. After finishing it you can always send it to publishers, self publish, or keep it for yourself. You can do whatever you want. It is your book and you should feel happy and accomplished with completing it.

-Jessica