Author: linseyewing

NANO Begins & So Do I

Week 1

It all began at midnight …

At least that’s how the story goes in my head. These last couple years I haven’t been able to hang with the late crowd, and I miss it, but let’s be real, I also love the sleep.

That’s ok though; I’ve made a strong start.

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

I’ve been sick, and the time change is never fun, but I’ve still managed to write up a storm.

I have a new ritual, a new writing spot, and a new perspective.

I’m ready. How’s your progress going?

REVELATIONS AND RESISTANCE

I wrote Goodbye at my kitchen table, so I’m trying that approach again, but from the opposite direction.

I light a candle, say a prayer, take a big breath

Journal any anxiety I have and then…

Let loose.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

Nano Word Count: 9,216

Draft 5 Word Count: 5,182

I’d say it’s working. Are you curious about a writing routine? Let me help! Drop a comment or send me an email.

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT and every Tuesday through NaNo YouTube Stream at 5 PM Central / 6EST

CREATIVE COLLECTIVE: The next meeting is NOVEMBER 11 at 7:30 PM Central / 8:30 EST

NANOWRIMO! What are you working on? Are you in or out? Let me know in the comments.

In Other News

Did you know I do creative coaching? I’m getting ready to schedule the new year so if you’ve got a project that needs help, please reach out. I’d love to work you.

Contact

Until next time

xxxlinsey

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FALL Projects and NANO Prep

Hello!

Sorry it’s been a ghost town around here. I know you worry when I disappear, but I’m all right.

I had to dig my heels in and get some stuff done, and I’m happy to say I’m happy with my progress.

It’s that time of year again.

The time when I say no to everything else and yes to writing. When writing gets to be the one thing I am doing for myself and for the world.

It’s (almost) November. Time for NaNoWriMo

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

For those of you who know me well, you’ll know this is also the beginning of my struggle season. Don’t worry. I’ve got plenty of plans to keep myself healthy, and blogging regularly is one of them. I don’t think I’ll disappear this winter, but if I do, just know I’m doing my best.

It’s been slow going, but I’m committed.

I started a Don’t Break the Chain on September 1st to work on TDG every day until it’s done or December 31st.

That’s 4 months of non-stop work.

REVELATIONS AND RESISTANCE

Something was bound to get done, and something did.

For 30 days (almost exactly)

Turns out that’s my burnout point, so I didn’t try to sustain it in October. November is a tried-and-true writing month, so I’m not worried. The competition, challenge, and camaraderie keep me going and I’m on fire with my idea.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

Current Word Count: 5,182

That’s my draft. I’ll be starting over trying for 50,000 on midnight November 1st. Join me?

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT and every Tuesday through NaNo YouTube Stream at 5 PM Central / 6EST

CREATIVE COLLECTIVE: The next meeting is NOVEMBER 11 at 7:30 PM Central / 8:30 EST

NANOWRIMO! What are you working on? Are you in or out? Let me know in the comments.

Until next time

xxxlinsey

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10K – DAY! LIVE STREAM SUNDAY

Join us for a 10k day on Sunday, July 21st, as we tackle our Camp Nano projects.

Bring your own project to work on or just come to cheer us on. We’re starting at 10AM GMT (6AM EST)

We’ll alternate sprinting and chatting to encourage each other to hit 10k words in one sitting. You’d be surprised how difficult that is, but it’s easier with support. Whether you have a writing project or need to do chores, catch up on reading or homework, or whatever you do, we’d love to have you. Come and be part of the fun.

Are you ready?

JOIN THE LIVE STREAM

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JULY CAMP NANO UPDATE: Week 2, 2024

How’s CAMP NANO going for you? I’m plugging along; not excited about my progress but not discouraged either.

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

It’s been slow going. I am still adding words, but only every few days.

A work project is kicking my tail, but as soon as that is over, I am getting some more words down.

Speaking of which, would you like to join me for a 10K DAY? Details below.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

Current Word Count: 2,566

I am not worried. I have plenty of time to catch up, and I’m planning to join Nina’s wild word week with a 10k day on JULY 21 (see link below). She’s streaming all that week so be sure to check out her channel for some creative working time.

So far, I’m freewriting notes and filling out character questionnaires. Not my favorite task, but necessary work.

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT and every Tuesday this month YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

10K DAY on Nina’s channel. Click Here for direct access. I’ll be starting early that morning, but I think the stream starts at 5AM Central! I will NOT be starting that early.

CAMP NANOWRIMO! What are you working on? Let me know in the comments.

IN OTHER NEWS

NEXT UP: AUGUST is a rest month, but I still want to write every day. I’m looking for a gentle goal that I can meet (500 words?) and still feel good about making progress. I hope I will be at a point in TDG that I can add to that project.

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Don’t forget the 10K DAY! See you there!

Until next time

xxxlinsey

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JULY CAMP NANO UPDATE: The Beginning

Here I go again. Nothing but a notebook, a blank browser tab, and my imagination.

Fortunately, I’m not alone. Millions of writers around the world are participating in CAMP NANO.

I’m going to write 25,000 words this month. How about you?

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

CAMP NANO BEGINS TONIGHT!

(for me). Many of you started yesterday, and that is wonderful. I’m a bit behind already, but that’s been my MO lately. I’m trying to catch up without overloading my circuit board completely.

During my stream tonight (see below) I will start my CAMP NANO journey. I hope you can join me.

Have you started a CAMP NANO project? No idea what I mean? Contact me.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

Goal: 25K NEW words in July. I still expect to publish in January 2025.

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT and every Tuesday this month YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

JULY 8th CREATIVE COLLECTIVE ON ZOOM! Email me for details

AND A 10K DAY on Nina’s channel. Stay tuned for updates!

CAMP NANOWRIMO!

What are you working on? Let me know in the comments.

IN OTHER NEWS

NEXT UP: AUGUST is a rest month. I’ve learned that Rest doesn’t mean quitting what I’m doing. It gets that much harder to start again. But I can scale back in the summer and enjoy myself a little more. Maybe I’m just itching to be working on my projects again, and this is the month for that.

Depending on how TDG works in JULY, I’ll make plans for August.

What works for you when it’s rest time? Do you quit everything or scale back for a while?

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Until next time

xxxlinsey

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Balancing Work and Play

I have been all work and no play lately. I did manage to sit by the pool and read a bit over the weekend, but the days have been long and kinda brutal.

This too shall pass, I know, but the reality is I need to be better at regulating my time and efforts. All work and no play makes me very dull indeed. I definitely need some playtime, but I’m not sure yet how to get it. With July just around the corner, it feels even more pressing to get some relaxation in before CAMP NANO starts.

Any suggestions? What do you do when you need to play? Let me know in the comments.

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

TDG PREP BEGINS TONIGHT!

I’m planning to write 25K words in July, and it’s time to get serious about planning.

During my stream tonight (see below) I will start with notecards and post-its and try to generate some ideas for the next stage of writing. Then it’s time to write some backstory, do character questionnaires, and do anything else I can think of before July 1st.

Have you started a NANO project? Are you picking up an old one like me? I’d love to discuss.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

Goal: 25K NEW words in July. I still expect to publish in January 2025.

Wish me luck in the comments!

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

JULY will have the normal Tuesday night streams AND

A 10K DAY on Nina’s channel. Stay tuned for updates!

CAMP NANOWRIMO!

What are you working on? Let me know in the comments.

IN OTHER NEWS

NEXT UP: AUGUST is a rest month, so depending on how TDG works in JULY, I may take a real break or I may press onward. We’ll see.

Do you have plans for the rest of summer? Comment away!

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Until next time

xxxlinsey

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Summer Projects and Camp Nano Prep

Summer days…wow they’ve been busy. Hooray for having plenty to do, but I’m also looking forward to a breather. Sitting by the pool will be a priority over the next few days. I have projects running out of my ears but I am glad to have so many things on my plate. It makes me feel accomplished. Rest is an accomplishment too (especially for an overachiever) so I need to make room for relaxation.

Do you prefer things busy or calm? Let me know in the comments.

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

June has two projects in the works and neither is going smoothly. So far between work and other obligations, I haven’t done much prepping for TDG, but I still have some time.

I’m planning to write 25K words in July and if I don’t start some idea generating, I won’t be ready. Fortunately, that’s a pretty low bar to set, so as long as I get back on track I will be happy.

The other project is frustrating because I haven’t received the necessary tools to start.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

Goal: 25K NEW words in July. I still expect to publish in January 2025.

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

June 25th YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

IN OTHER NEWS

NEXT MONTH: CAMP NANOWRIMO!! Stay tuned for a 10k Day

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Until next time

xxxlinsey

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Upcoming Events: YouTube Streams and July Camp Nano Prep

It’s been a busy week. I knew it would be and was prepared, but it was still a whirlwind.

Let me know what you think of this new format in the comments.

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

I have just begun June’s projects, and they appear daunting.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

I’m working on TDG this month and next month for Camp Nanowrimo. My goal will be 25k words.

I still expect to publish in January 2025.

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

TONIGHT YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

June 18th YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

June 25th YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

IN OTHER NEWS

July Camp Nano is just around the corner! What are you planning or prepping in June? Are you starting a new project or working on an existing draft? Let me know below!

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Until next time

xxxlinsey

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What’s New and What’s Next @litewings.ink

I’m trying a new format.

I want to keep a record of my progress and give a little insight into my process. Let me know what you think in the comments!

STRUGGLES AND SUCCESSES

I got a new job (fun but challenging!), went on vacation (same!), and took a major break from my projects (almost as hard). Whew! It’s a busy Summer already, and we’re just getting started.

I’ve been trying to realign my life and balance the things that belong with the new things that are coming into my orbit. Sadly I had to let go of some of the things I enjoyed, but I am convinced I made the right decisions.

During all the activity, I took May off my writing and organizing projects. I was tempted a time or two, but I managed it. Resting is not easy for me, but it’s essential to the creative process and I respect that. I have some hard work on the horizon and I’m glad I took the time.

June has two major projects but they don’t run concurrently. We shall see how it goes.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

One of those projects is continuing to work on TDG this month and next month for Camp Nanowrimo.

I still expect to publish in January 2025 so stay tuned for updates.

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

June 10th Creative Collective

June 11th YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

June 18th YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

June 25th YouTube Stream at 5pm central 6/eastern

IN OTHER NEWS

July Camp Nano is just around the corner! What are you planning or prepping in June? Are you starting a new project or working on an existing draft? Let me know below!

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Until next time

xxxlinsey

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Elevate Your Writing Journey: Two Online Events

Are you a creative seeking inspiration, connection, and growth?

Look no further! We’re thrilled to invite you to not just one, but two online events designed to ignite your creativity, foster community, and provide invaluable support on your journey.

Make progress.

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YouTube Streams:

  • Engage with writers, editors, and other creatives.
  • Ask questions, share insights, and connect.
  • Work!

Stay motivated.

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Creative Collective:

  • Join an exclusive community dedicated to nurturing creativity.
  • Share and seek feedback in a supportive environment.
  • Connect!

So what are you waiting for? Whether you want to move forward or forge meaningful connections with fellow creatives, we’ve got you covered. Join our YouTube streams and become a part of the vibrant Creative Collective community. Your creative journey is about to reach new heights!

I hope you’ll join us, and as always, happy writing,

xxxlinsey

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