November 10 Slice of Life Story Challenge: Plot Doctors

On the NaNoWriMo website, there are forums that make it possible for participants to get help on all kinds of writing-related questions - everything from naming your character (Which is better, Jane or Jayne for my story?), to research-related questions (How far can a Piper Clipper airplane go without stopping?). You can even get help …

November 3 Slice of Life Story Challenge: Lessons from NaNoWriMo: Planners & Pantsers

I'm on my way with NaNoWriMo!  My personal goal is to write 500 words a day, and so far I'm at 2242 words. I've already learned so much! Did you know that there are two kinds of writers? Planners and pantsers? Someone who is a planner is just what you would think: someone who plans out her …