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November’s writing adventure continues.
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Follow NaNo 2.0 for #NaNoWriMo pep talks, resources & camaraderie for your month of literary abandon. Be sure to follow our wordsprint account: @nano2wordsprints.bsky.social
https://nano2.org/
We're over a week into #NaNoWriMo, so let's take a minutes to play another quick game. You've earned it!
What kind of story are you writing this year? Share this post with your answers filled in!
What kind of story are you writing this year? Share this post with your answers filled in!
November 12, 2025 at 4:21 AM
We're over a week into #NaNoWriMo, so let's take a minutes to play another quick game. You've earned it!
What kind of story are you writing this year? Share this post with your answers filled in!
What kind of story are you writing this year? Share this post with your answers filled in!
We just sent out a week two #NaNoWriMo pep talk to our mailing list subscribers. If you missed it, you can find the link through NaNo2.0rg to make sure you don't miss out on news and writing pep talks. Otherwise, keep writing!
November 11, 2025 at 5:17 AM
We just sent out a week two #NaNoWriMo pep talk to our mailing list subscribers. If you missed it, you can find the link through NaNo2.0rg to make sure you don't miss out on news and writing pep talks. Otherwise, keep writing!
The most common time for people to quit NaNoWriMo is in Week 2. Don't be a statistic - keep writing!"
November 11, 2025 at 5:15 AM
The most common time for people to quit NaNoWriMo is in Week 2. Don't be a statistic - keep writing!"
There's only three kinds of writers out there... which one are you? 👀
November 10, 2025 at 5:26 PM
There's only three kinds of writers out there... which one are you? 👀
Our first #NaNoWriMo pep talk of the year went out via the mailing list already - are you subscribed? We'll be sending helpful words of encouragement each week, so head on over to NaNo2.org and sign up for our newsletter if you think this would be helpful for you!
November 3, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Our first #NaNoWriMo pep talk of the year went out via the mailing list already - are you subscribed? We'll be sending helpful words of encouragement each week, so head on over to NaNo2.org and sign up for our newsletter if you think this would be helpful for you!
All you NaNo rebels out there thought we forgot about you, didn't you? Of course we didn't! Head over to the "Writer Swag" page on NaNo2.org to check out our brand new percentage-based milestone badges. We want to celebrate you no matter what kind of project you're working on! 🎉
November 2, 2025 at 2:49 PM
All you NaNo rebels out there thought we forgot about you, didn't you? Of course we didn't! Head over to the "Writer Swag" page on NaNo2.org to check out our brand new percentage-based milestone badges. We want to celebrate you no matter what kind of project you're working on! 🎉
Happy #NaNoWriMo Day 1, to all who celebrate! It's time for that time-honored tradition of sharing your first sentence with the world... or at least with the other folks reading this post. 🤭
November 2, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Happy #NaNoWriMo Day 1, to all who celebrate! It's time for that time-honored tradition of sharing your first sentence with the world... or at least with the other folks reading this post. 🤭
It's here! #NaNoWriMo starts today! And what better way to kick off the month than with a personal note from the original creator of the challenge himself?
November 1, 2025 at 9:07 PM
It's here! #NaNoWriMo starts today! And what better way to kick off the month than with a personal note from the original creator of the challenge himself?
Ok. Deep Breath. 1 day until #NaNoWriMo. You've got this. We've got this. Make sure to do something nice for yourself today... because you're committing to something really amazing next month!
October 31, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Ok. Deep Breath. 1 day until #NaNoWriMo. You've got this. We've got this. Make sure to do something nice for yourself today... because you're committing to something really amazing next month!
In addition to being our first guest blogger over at NaNo2.org, Lani Diane Rich is a NYT bestselling author of 12 novels, an award-winning podcaster, and a story expert who teaches the Year of Writing Magically!
To read more of her inspiring words, check out the link below!
To read more of her inspiring words, check out the link below!
October 31, 2025 at 9:26 PM
In addition to being our first guest blogger over at NaNo2.org, Lani Diane Rich is a NYT bestselling author of 12 novels, an award-winning podcaster, and a story expert who teaches the Year of Writing Magically!
To read more of her inspiring words, check out the link below!
To read more of her inspiring words, check out the link below!
Happy Halloween from the NaNo 2.0 team! 🎃 Is there anything spookier than knowing tomorrow we all have to start writing our stories? 😱
October 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Happy Halloween from the NaNo 2.0 team! 🎃 Is there anything spookier than knowing tomorrow we all have to start writing our stories? 😱
Take a moment and write a quick note to your future self in the comments. What do you think you'll need to hear at the midway point in November, or on a day when the words just aren't coming?
Then in November, come back when you need some encouragement. Your note will be here to cheer you on!
Then in November, come back when you need some encouragement. Your note will be here to cheer you on!
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Take a moment and write a quick note to your future self in the comments. What do you think you'll need to hear at the midway point in November, or on a day when the words just aren't coming?
Then in November, come back when you need some encouragement. Your note will be here to cheer you on!
Then in November, come back when you need some encouragement. Your note will be here to cheer you on!
#NaNoWriMo is right around the corner... we've got three days left to furiously prepare. Are you excited, or terrified, or both?
October 29, 2025 at 11:54 PM
#NaNoWriMo is right around the corner... we've got three days left to furiously prepare. Are you excited, or terrified, or both?
Looking for a writing community to join? Check out this blog post to discover some safe (and fun!) places for writers to hang out!
October 29, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Looking for a writing community to join? Check out this blog post to discover some safe (and fun!) places for writers to hang out!
It's another Preptober checkpoint! Stop what you're doing and tell us what you're writing this year in six words or less. No cheating! 😛
October 29, 2025 at 2:21 PM
It's another Preptober checkpoint! Stop what you're doing and tell us what you're writing this year in six words or less. No cheating! 😛
Check out the shiny new Milestone badges! Be sure to head to the "Writer Swag" page over on NaNo2.org to celebrate each exciting moment along your journey. You've earned it!
October 29, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Check out the shiny new Milestone badges! Be sure to head to the "Writer Swag" page over on NaNo2.org to celebrate each exciting moment along your journey. You've earned it!
Are you an educator? Do you want to teach #NaNoWriMo in the classroom? You don't have to go it alone! Not only can you utilize the many resources of the Young Novelist Challenge, our newest blog post also has a wealth of information from teachers who've been there, done that.
October 28, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Are you an educator? Do you want to teach #NaNoWriMo in the classroom? You don't have to go it alone! Not only can you utilize the many resources of the Young Novelist Challenge, our newest blog post also has a wealth of information from teachers who've been there, done that.
5 day until #NaNoWriMo. It's fine. We're fine. Plenty of time.
October 27, 2025 at 10:56 PM
5 day until #NaNoWriMo. It's fine. We're fine. Plenty of time.
Commit to your story by making the #NaNoWriMo2025 pledge. Fill it in and share on your own social channels to let your friends and family know what you're working on this year!
October 24, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Commit to your story by making the #NaNoWriMo2025 pledge. Fill it in and share on your own social channels to let your friends and family know what you're working on this year!
How's Preptober going? Have you considered making a mood board for your project? It’s both a great way to procrastinate actual writing/outling while also helping learn more about your story's vibe!
If you make a mood board for your novel, we’d love to see it! Drop yours in the comments or tag us!
If you make a mood board for your novel, we’d love to see it! Drop yours in the comments or tag us!
October 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
How's Preptober going? Have you considered making a mood board for your project? It’s both a great way to procrastinate actual writing/outling while also helping learn more about your story's vibe!
If you make a mood board for your novel, we’d love to see it! Drop yours in the comments or tag us!
If you make a mood board for your novel, we’d love to see it! Drop yours in the comments or tag us!
Oh my! We just looked at the calendar and there's only 10 days left before #NaNoWriMo begins!! Let us know in the comments how you're preparing for your writing challenge next month!
October 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Oh my! We just looked at the calendar and there's only 10 days left before #NaNoWriMo begins!! Let us know in the comments how you're preparing for your writing challenge next month!
This or that: NaNo 2.0 edition 🎉
What kind of writer are you? Choose your answers and share in the comments 👇, or repost so we can see your picks!
Then, tag a friend who's also doing #NaNoWriMo and compare answers!
What kind of writer are you? Choose your answers and share in the comments 👇, or repost so we can see your picks!
Then, tag a friend who's also doing #NaNoWriMo and compare answers!
October 16, 2025 at 8:59 PM
This or that: NaNo 2.0 edition 🎉
What kind of writer are you? Choose your answers and share in the comments 👇, or repost so we can see your picks!
Then, tag a friend who's also doing #NaNoWriMo and compare answers!
What kind of writer are you? Choose your answers and share in the comments 👇, or repost so we can see your picks!
Then, tag a friend who's also doing #NaNoWriMo and compare answers!
The Story Genius Method of outlining: start w/the main character, not the story. Start w/what happens BEFORE the story begins. What motivates your character? What do they think they need? What is their core misbelief?
Sound compelling? 🤔💡Read more about it here: nano2.org/posts/2025/t....
Sound compelling? 🤔💡Read more about it here: nano2.org/posts/2025/t....
October 14, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The Story Genius Method of outlining: start w/the main character, not the story. Start w/what happens BEFORE the story begins. What motivates your character? What do they think they need? What is their core misbelief?
Sound compelling? 🤔💡Read more about it here: nano2.org/posts/2025/t....
Sound compelling? 🤔💡Read more about it here: nano2.org/posts/2025/t....
Our first set of Writer's Swag just went live, including our 2025 Participant badge! 🎉 Learn all about them (and grab yours) from our latest blog post: nano2.org/posts/2025/b....
#NaNoWriMo #NaNoWriMo2025 #NaNoWriMoBadges #writerSwag #nationalNovelWritingMonth #NaNo2point0
#NaNoWriMo #NaNoWriMo2025 #NaNoWriMoBadges #writerSwag #nationalNovelWritingMonth #NaNo2point0
October 11, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Our first set of Writer's Swag just went live, including our 2025 Participant badge! 🎉 Learn all about them (and grab yours) from our latest blog post: nano2.org/posts/2025/b....
#NaNoWriMo #NaNoWriMo2025 #NaNoWriMoBadges #writerSwag #nationalNovelWritingMonth #NaNo2point0
#NaNoWriMo #NaNoWriMo2025 #NaNoWriMoBadges #writerSwag #nationalNovelWritingMonth #NaNo2point0
Hey educators! When was the last time your students couldn’t wait to get to your class to write? The Young Novelist Challenge brings the secret sauce of motivation: voice, choice and novel writing in November. 📝
Grab free workbooks on Nano2.org to guide your students through this year's challenge!
Grab free workbooks on Nano2.org to guide your students through this year's challenge!
October 10, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Hey educators! When was the last time your students couldn’t wait to get to your class to write? The Young Novelist Challenge brings the secret sauce of motivation: voice, choice and novel writing in November. 📝
Grab free workbooks on Nano2.org to guide your students through this year's challenge!
Grab free workbooks on Nano2.org to guide your students through this year's challenge!