So, after a lot of thinking about doing it (like, I don't know, YEARS?), I started writing a novel today.
I'm absolutely terrified of how this will go, but I've written 3766 words, so I guess that's a start.
(I realize I'm 2 weeks late to do this for NaNoWriMo unless I actually keep up this pace on the word count, but everyone talking about it made me finally sit down and start.)
@kibi Thank you! I realized that, if I was going to tell anyone, it would be Mastodon, because you all are just so supportive and lovely, and I was about to burst with the secret (that I have kept for like 12 whole hours).
@SuzanEraslan OMG i'm so excited! this is amazing and i'm proud of you for starting 💖
@tcql Thank you! I don't think I've ever been this nervous about trying something new, but hopefully I just finish it. That's really all I want to do.
@SuzanEraslan That is so cool! I'm so excited for you, please keep us up to date!
@Gogogadgetpants I think that’s honestly the only way I’ll be able to finish it— telling you all will keep me accountable!
@SuzanEraslan good luck! One piece of advice that really helped me write my first was this.
If you're stuck on a part in your story, skip it. Leave a note but move on to a part you are more excited to write. That way you don't lose momentum.
Again, good luck!
@SuzanEraslan Make your own NaNoWriMo! I think the nudge to get you started is the important part, not exactly when you start, and certainly not when you finish. I'm so happy you're excited!!!
@SuzanEraslan that's awesome!! i'm cheering you on! 🎉
@SuzanEraslan omg best of luck!!