It's hard to imagine a better way to start off the day than by reading wonderful news about a writer friend. That's how my day started out this morning when I read that the fantastic Tara Tyler of Tara Tyler Talks has a contract for her book POP TRAVEL! Woo-Hoo!! While reading Tara's post I could feel her joy and enthusiasm and it made me smile from ear to ear. Congratulations Tara!!!
While visiting Tara's page I learned of the I'm Thankful for my Readers blogfest that she is hosting with Vicki at Scribblings of an Aspiring Author. I think this is a wonderful idea and I can't wait to participate. I have so much to be thankful for when it comes to writing and blogging! Plus, how can anyone resist the adorable blogfest button? The mouse is too cute for words. :D
If you'd like to learn more about the fest and sign up, go here.
Finally, I know that NaNoWriMo is right around the corner and I've been kicking around the idea of signing up. In the past I normally freeze and do nothing when I try to set goals regarding word counts or daily writing, but I've always wanted to give NaNo a try because it seems to be a lot of fun due to the sense of community it brings. It seems like a great way to meet and support other writers in addition to being an opportunity for me to be more disciplined and consistent with my writing.
So I finally decided to take the plunge and sign up. I have been so sluggish and lazy when it comes to getting my WIP off the ground that I'm hoping this will help me finally get into gear. I know several of my blogger buddies are already participating so I look forward to cheering you all on as we go through the month!
ETA: If you're doing NaNo too, I'd love to be buddies. My profile is here.
Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Good for you! You can do it.
ReplyDeleteSaw Tara's awesome news this morning. Very happy for her.
And all signed up for the blogfest.
Go for it, Julie! I'm not participating In NaNo this year but I still think it's a great experience and I know you'll enjoy it. :)
ReplyDelete(I first saw Tara's news on your blog, then jumped over there to comment, but then, of course, I came back here. :))
Cutest blogfest button ever. Just give her the prize now! :-D
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking about NaNo, too. But all I really want to get finished is a YA WIP I started many moons ago, so I'm not sure if I should signup officially. I might just be like the little kid talking on his play phone while mom talks on her real phone, you know? lol
That's a great idea for a blogfest.
ReplyDeleteAnd I've never done NaNo. Kind of certain I wouldn't be able to keep up, but I think it's a great motivator. Kick that WIP of yours into gear! And good luck!
Awesome blogfest. I'm doing NaNo too. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteI did Camp NaNo and managed over 40 thousand words for my second book.
ReplyDeleteHugs and chocolate,
Shelly
@Alex, thanks, I hope so! Looking forward to your blogfest entry.
ReplyDelete@Madeline, I think I'll enjoy it too, thanks. I figure there's really nothing to lose and everything to gain so I might as well try.
@EJ, I agree, even if I wasn't interested in the fest I think I'd sign up just because of the button LOL. Oh, I hope you will participate in NaNo! But, I know what you mean about wanting to finish your WIP.
@LG, thanks!
@Summer, oh, that's great, I will be cheering you on once we start.
@shelly, wow, that's exactly the kind of success I'm hoping to achieve, that's great.
Thank you advertising the blog fest! :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like good news for both you and Tara! :)
ReplyDeleteOh good for you for plunging. I have this shivering dread of imposed deadlines and collective goals. It's the introvert in me. But I'm reading how motivating and inspiring it is for so many people. That's awesome.
ReplyDeletejulie, you are too sweet! thanks for the wonderful words!
ReplyDeleteand for touting our blogfest!
you will have a blast with nano, a sressful blast, but a fulfilling, stressful blast! good luck! keep us posted!
If you are on the NaNo site, you should buddy me. I'm bookworm0753 there. :)
ReplyDelete@Vicki, you're welcome!
ReplyDelete@Johanna, definitely for Tara, it remains to be seen for me LOL.
@Julie, honestly I have the same dread! But I just need to do something to try to kick myself into gear. Fingers crossed I don't end up having a total meltdown LOL
@Tara, you're welcome, and congrats again, so thrilled for you!
@Cherie, I'm your buddy now, thanks!
Have fun with NaNo! Looks like a cool blogfest, too.
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend :)
@Carol, thanks! Happy weekend to you as well. :)
ReplyDeleteMore power to your elbow, Julie!! lol You can do it :)
ReplyDeleteAll the best with Nano, Julie, and I'm excited for Tara, too. All of you. It's fantastic to see everyone getting their books out there.
ReplyDeleteSo nice to meet you too Julie! I'm a huge NaNo fan - DO IT DO IT!!!
ReplyDeleteI signed up. It's unlikely I'll do more than 25,000 words, but it never hurts to try. I hope it doesn't. :)
ReplyDeleteI added you as a buddy. You're my only one....
ReplyDelete@Carolyn, thanks!!
ReplyDelete@Mary, thank you, and I so agree. It's so nice to see all the good news around the blogosphere.
@Sophia, thanks, it's great to meet you as well!
@Tonja, oh, I'm so glad you are signed up as well. I will go now and add you as my buddy, thanks. :)
I'm all signed up for NaNo too - although I have put very little thought into what I'm going to be writing!
ReplyDelete@Annalisa, yay! I'm so glad to find buddies there. I think this will be fun.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with Nano! Keep us posted on your progress. Congrats to Tara! So exciting!!!!
ReplyDeleteNaNo is great! I love doing. I'm not going to sign up this year even though I plan to follow its schedule. I'm planning to rewrite something I've already written, which I know is against NaNo rules.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Tara. How exciting!!!
You're doing NaNo! Yay! I've added you as a buddy.
ReplyDeleteAwesome news for Tara Tyler. I'm off to her blog now.
@Lisa, thank!
ReplyDelete@Susan, glad to know you've had good experiences with Nano. I'm really looking forward to it. Good luck with your re-writing!
@Ellie, oh, great, I will add you back. Thanks!
Congratulations to Tara! Great news for her and it's always good to read news like that. As well as being thrilled for Tara, I feel it gives all writers a boost, to see that there is movement out there. Really happy for her.
ReplyDeleteThe blogfest button is rather cute! I may pop over and see what it's about, though I've been a bit lax with my blogging this past couple of weeks.
I'm also thinking of signing up to NaNo, but haven't done it yet. If I do, I will certainly look you up. :)
@Rebecca, oh, if you do decide to sign up definitely let me know! And I totally agree, it can give me a great boost sometimes to see good news from other writers. It's one of my favorite things about blogging. And, I have been very lax too, I can relate there!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice idea for a blogfest.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with NaNo, you brave soul!
Thanks, Theresa! I know I need the luck LOL.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with NaNo! I've been doing it for years and I love it.
ReplyDelete@Christine, thanks! Good luck to you as well. I'm really excited about it. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Julie! I just signed up for NaNo and added you as a buddy. Now I just need to update my bio and all that good stuff. Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteShannon at The Warrior Muse
I'll see you around for the blogfest.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with NaNo.
I know that you'll do a great job with NaNo Julie! You should take some walking breaks with Clancy in between writing sessions. Fantastic news for Tara! Julie
ReplyDelete@Shannon, oh, that's great! I will add you as a buddy too. Good luck!
ReplyDelete@Medeia, thanks!
@Julie, that's a good idea, although Clancy might disagree since he is lazier each day LOL. Thanks!