Category Archives: NaNoWriMo

NaNoFeed: On the Eve

Posted on October 22, 2011 by epbeaumont

In the run-up to National Novel Writing Month, I’ve spent the last month interviewing my characters and figuring out a rough notion of the setting for my story. I’ve also added a few more goals to the list for the … Continue reading →

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Into the darkness, or thoughts at autumnal equinox

Posted on September 27, 2011 by epbeaumont

It’s been nearly classical autumn here, from blue sky and the beginnings of blazing red-gold foliage to brooding overcast and rain. At this time of the year, I start thinking about first planning for National Novel Writing Month (November). I … Continue reading →

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Lessons from National Novel Writing Month: a charter for your novel

Posted on August 25, 2011 by epbeaumont

One of the really valuable lessons of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is thinking out what you love and what you hate in a novel. In Chris Baty’s classic manual for the event, No Plot? No Problem!, this is called … Continue reading →

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Writing with friends, or the fine art of getting it done

Posted on July 9, 2011 by epbeaumont

One of the mysteries of writing, or indeed any art form, is the gravitation of audience. If somebody’s paying attention in a friendly way, sometimes even if they’re just in the same room, it works. I’m musing on this Eternal … Continue reading →

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In which Your Humble Author is introduced, and the fun begins

Posted on July 2, 2011 by epbeaumont

Hello, Dear Readers! My name is E. P. Beaumont, and here are a few facts about me: I’m a writer and a reader. I’m also a shape-shifter with a writer’s resume, which means that in real life, or what passes … Continue reading →

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