NaNoWriMo is getting closer. This week Tessa talks about what you can do to prepare your story. With the help of a summary, character research and a solid outline, you can start NaNoWriMo with ease.
Posts by Tessa Hastjarjanto
Leaving Mystical Japan: The Last Dragon King by James Calbraith
We’ve arrived at the last book of ‘The Year of the Dragons’ series by James Calbraith, The Last Dragon King. I didn’t like the previous book as much as I Read More
On My Mind: Going On An Adventure
A few years ago, when I started getting serious about writing, I wanted to read more about writing. Many writers have a recommended reading list for new and aspiring writers. Read More
NaNoWriMo Prep: Where To Begin?
Every year millions of people around the world sit down and write together in November. National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) has been an international event for a long time with Read More
On My Mind: Taking On 101 Goals
It’s the first of september and for years this period marked a new academic or school year. It’s been six years and I miss it. I was the kid who longed to be back in school and who would still be a student of time and money allowed it. Instead I have to find my own challenges.
I’ve created a list of 101 goals to complete in 1001 days, that is my challenge for the next three years.
The Future of Mystical Japan: The Shattering Waves by James Calbraith
[aesop_chapter title=”~” bgtype=”color” full=”on” video_autoplay=”on” bgcolor=”#006489″ minheight=”10″ revealfx=”off” overlay_revealfx=”off”] We’re almost at the end of an epic story. Today I’m talking about the seventh, the penultimate, book of The Year Read More
On My Mind: The Importance Of Self-Care
There is one thing you can’t do without: your health. Listen to your body and know when to take a break. No shame in taking care of yourself.
The Path Keeper by N. J. Simmonds
After a month long of working on a historical novel and reading non fiction, I was in desperate need of some Young Adult (YA) romance and I thought The Path Keeper fit the bill. Soon after I started reading, I forgot the time and I had other things to do. I didn’t put it down again after I continued reading. It’s a perfect summer read for when you have time to finish a book in one go.
Going From Pantser to Plotter – Camp NaNoWriMo Edition
Camp NaNoWriMo is a month of writing and learning. This month Tessa transforms herself from a pantser to a plotter. Learn here how she did it.
The Death of Mystical Japan?: The Withering Flame by James Calbraith
In The Withering Flame (The Year of the Dragon #6), Bran, Nagomi and Sato continue on their journey to fulfill the prophecy and save Yamato. Torn apart by a civil war, the three have to find each other and new allies to help reach their goal. 4,5 stars.