Why NaNoWriMo 2019 is not for me

As many of you know, November is coming up and with it, National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Now, I love that for an entire month, writers gear up for a marathon of dedicated writing at the cost of personal time, family time, work time (I assume) and in some cases, personal hygiene—or so I’ve read.… Continue reading Why NaNoWriMo 2019 is not for me

Why I’m not participating in NaNoWriMo—again

Let me start by making something clear—in no way am I against National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) itself. As with any gargantuan goal, I see  value in it. Setting goals. Applying butt to chair and getting the job done. Pushing yourself to finish. Building your writing muscles. The feeling of accomplishment at just having the… Continue reading Why I’m not participating in NaNoWriMo—again

Let’s get ready to write—it’s National Novel Writing Month

It’s that time of year again—National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Otherwise known as National Write Your @$$ Off Month. Now, if you’ve followed Rubber Ducky Copywriter for a while (thank you!), you know I’m a cheerleader. If you haven’t, please know I’m a cheerleader. Your cheerleader. I want you to do well. Write lots. Follow… Continue reading Let’s get ready to write—it’s National Novel Writing Month

Getting ready for NaNoWriMo?

So, as some of you may now, November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Also known as “National Write Your A$$ Off Month.” As a copywriter by trade, NaNoWriMo isn’t constantly on my radar. In fact, I usually only remember that it’s coming up in October, when everyone else starts talking about it. Last year,… Continue reading Getting ready for NaNoWriMo?