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NaNoWriMo Faces a Backlash Over AI Writing Policy and Issues Response: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

NaNoWriMo has sparked controversy with its recent statement on the use of AI in writing for this year’s event. The organization faced backlash over its initial neutral stance and comments about classism and ableism, prompting a swift clarification.

September 14, 2024
Dan Holloway
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What’s the Best Novel-Writing App? Questions Answered for NaNoWriMo; AskALLi Member’s Q&A with Orna Ross and Michael La Ronn; News with Daniel Holloway

What's the Best Novel-Writing App? To celebrate National Novel Writing Month, (NaNoWriMo), ALLi Director Orna Ross and Partner Liaison and…

November 20, 2019
Howard Lovy
Writing
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Use Data to be a More Productive Writer and Win #NaNoWriMo

NaNoWriMo aka National Novel Writing Month is a now twenty-year tradition. Every November, writers take up the challenge of penning 50,000 words in a single month. A monstrous task to some, a weekly habit to others. Either way, writing more is something we all strive for. ALLi author member Rachel McCollin is here to show us how to use data to be a more productive writer.

Writing – How to Get Ready for NaNoWriMo & Why

Wondering whether to take part in NaNoWriMo this November? Still wondering what on earth it is? Find the answers to these questions in Debbie Young's practical, informative post drawing on case studies from other ALLi author members.

October 24, 2018
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Do you need writing project inspiration for CampNaNoWriMo?

ALLi Communications Manager shares introduces us to NaNoWriMo's baby sister, CampNaNoWriMo. If you haven't participated before, this virtual cabin event takes place every April and July, and is an opportunity for writers to get motivated and inspired to crank out the first draft of any of your writing projects.

March 30, 2017
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Writing
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Podcast: Don’t Think, Just Do! from Orna Ross’s Go Creative! Show

Once a month Orna Ross’s Go Creative! Show focuses on Creative Writing, and in this week's episode Orna and Grant Faulkner, Executive Director of NaNoWriMo, talked about the approach of Don’t Think, Just Do to achieve your writing goals.

November 16, 2016
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Writing
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Self-publishing News: Amazon on the Move

It's November already. You probably don't need me to tell you what that means. If you're a writer, the passing…

November 4, 2016
Dan Holloway
News
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How and Why All Indie Authors Should Try NaNoWriMo

50,000 reasons to give NaNoWriMo a try this November - that's the target number of words you could have written by the end of the month. Indie authors share their experience to help you decide whether it's right for you.

November 1, 2016
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Writing
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Podcast: Writing Better Stories Faster with Johnny B. Truant & Sean Platt

Have you started thinking about NaNoWriMo yet? November isn't far away, so if you plan on participating this year you should already be considering what, and how, you're going to write. Who better to get your plotting wheels turning than Johnny B. Truant and Sean Platt in this ALLi podcast.

August 24, 2016
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Writing
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Camp NaNoWriMo: Write a giveaway to build your mailing list

Have you thought about enrolling in the Camp NaNoWriMo to help you stay focused and motivated during July? I've enrolled in this virtual summer camp, and plan on using the time to write a giveaway to help me build my mailing list.