The NaNo News

Nearly 500 Winners Already!
All around the globe, authors are triumphantly finishing their novels.

And you can too!

There's still a long weekend ahead of you to write like the wind to reach your word-count goal. If you're feeling behind, eat more candy, do some jumping jacks, put on some high-speed noveling music, and write, write, write!

This Pep Talk Is A Must Read!
Need some serious inspiration? Read Nancy Etchemendy's pep talk!

Trust us, this pep talk rocks!

You might have already read it if you received her email, but we think it is worth a second look. Especially, since this is the un-cut, original version that is filled with more pep for your buck.

Winning in Full Swing!
Visit My NaNoWriMo and you will see the Verify & Win option.

Australians Cross the Finish Line!
Participants all around the world soon to follow!

Two More Weekends Left!
That means you have plenty of time to get those novels written.

Word Count Validation Begins!
You can now cut and paste your novel into our Word Count Validator.

This Just In: Keep Writing!
Week Three may be hard, but Week Four is right around the corner!

Noveling Sweeps the NaNo-Nation
Over 500 million words written so far around the world!

Update Those Word Counts!
Update your word count using that box located at the top of your screen.

Just sign in, type your word count in the box, and hit "Update." How cool is that!?

Also, as you can see, the Author search is back. Phew! I can't tell you how glad I am to see that old friend.

Write, write, write, write . . .

Only one day behind on my word count,
Tavia

Word Counts and Author Search!
Having trouble updating your word count or adding buddies? Read on!