So today i started my writing project. I've been struggling the past year trying to find a program that works best for me. A few weeks ago i found "No Plot? No Problem!" kit at the bookstore. I know, i know, i had promised myself no more "how to" books or writing kits. (I have so many) This one, however was unlike anything i have ever read. Chris Baty (Founder of National Novel Writing Month) put together this kit to use any month. It was great. I was excited. And because i bought it towards the end of a month, it gave me enough time to throw together some character and setting sketches as well as a brief plot evolution outline.
Today's writing went well. Not only did I write over my goal word count. I felt (for the first time in months) energized. Excited. (And not just about writing!!) I even did the dishes and cleaned up the kitchen. (Even though Mr. Baty in his instructions names such activities as excused as long as i am writing. I like him!)
So wish me luck as i embark on this quest. I intend on keeping this blog as an online journal of this experience. It may seem boring now, but stick with it. I'm sure there will be days full of tears and days full of laughter. And it would be great to have someone along for the ride.
