Preparing for NaNoWriMo
- Oct. 2 — How It Works: Introduction to NaNoWriMo
Noon-1 p.m., Building L, Library - Oct. 10 — Digging In: Researching the Story and Setting
5-6:30 p.m., Building D, Room D236 - Oct. 16 — Who Does What: Developing Characters and Plot
2-3:30 p.m., Building D, Room D236 - Oct. 23 — The Road to 50,000: Surviving NaNoWriMo
Noon-1 p.m., Building L, Library
During NaNoWriMo
- Oct. 30 — Kick-off Party
Noon-1 p.m, Building L, Library
Come dressed as your favorite writer or book character! Enjoy refreshments! Meet other NaNoWriMo participants to compare notes, strategies, and motivational tips. - All November — Come Write In!
Building L, Library
During Library hours, NaNoWriMo participants are welcome to use the space to write. Just see the information desk for suggestions for the best space for you to work toward your word-count goals. - Nov. 7, 14 and 21 — Group Write-Ins
5-8 p.m., Building M, Moraine Rooms
It’s a writing party! Work alongside other participants for a motivating night of writing and fun. Laptops available. Light refreshments will be served. - Dec. 4, Wrap Up Party
Noon -1 p.m., Building L, Library
Let’s celebrate all those words written with refreshments and door prizes!
Tommy Hensel
Managing Director, Fine and Performing Arts Center, Moraine Valley Community College
“I have an idea for a fiction novel so I’m looking forward to participating in this event. I hope being part of a larger group can inspire me and help me to stick with it.”
Michael Renehan
Professor, Intensive English Language Program and coordinator, Global Education and Diversity, Moraine Valley Community College
“What I find most attractive about the program is that students will have the opportunity to write extensively, something that very rarely is offered to ESL writers.”