NaNoWriMo at Laman Library
2023-10-23 20:58:57 by Megan Hines
Have you ever wanted to write a novel, but are putting it off because you don’t know where to start or think you don’t have the time? Why not join the North Little Rock Public Library System, along with a community of 500,000 writers from around the world, to participate in National Novel Writing Month during the month of November!
Participants in National Novel Writing Month (or NaNoWriMo for short) commit to writing 50,000 words during the month of November—an average of 1,667 words per day. The goal is simply to get words onto the page without worrying about quality. Write first, and worry about fixing things later. After all, you can’t edit words that don’t exist!
To participate, first go to nanowrimo.org to create an account and register your novel. If you want more information on how to plan out your month in order to meet your writing goal, you can come by either NLR Library location to pick up a handout with tips and a progress tracker.
In addition, NLR Public Library System will be hosting several in-person programs for anyone who wants to come and work on a writing project during the month of November, whether you are participating in NaNoWriMo or not!
All Ages:
- Come Write-In – November 18 from 9 AM to 12:30 PM at Laman Library
Join us for a morning writing session. Bring your laptop or use one of ours and let the company of other writers motivate you. Breakfast will be provided!
Teens:
- NaNoWriMo Kick Off – November 1 from 4 to 6:30 PM at Laman Library
Teen Writers are invited to celebrate the first day of National Novel Writing Month together - bring your WIP and enjoy some writerly company!
- Teen Writers Retreat – November 4 from 9 AM to 12:30 PM at Laman Library
This mini writers retreat is here to spark your craft and connect you with other teen writers.
- Writers Loft – November 9 & November 21 at 4 PM at Laman Library
A chance for teen writers to connect and hone their craft over coffee!
- NaNoWriMo Wrap Up – November 30 from 4 to 6:30 PM at Laman Library
National Novel Writing Month is over and all Teen Writers are invited to wrap up the month together!