Community Corner
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) at Ashburn Library
NaNoWriMo takes place in November. Participants challenge themselves to write a 50,000-word novel from scratch in just 30 days!
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Join professional and amateur writers around the world as you write a 50,000-word novel from scratch in 30 days! The Ashburn Library is excited to provide Pre-Writing Prep Sessions, a Kick-Off event, weekly Write-Ins, and a Wrap-Up event, along with a presentation by locally published mystery writers to inspire writers!
All programs are for adults and teens. If you have any questions, feel free to visit http://library.loudoun.gov or call the Ashburn Library at 703-737-8100.
NaNoWriMo Pre-Writing Prep Sessions
Find out what's happening in Ashburnfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Ashburn Library
Saturdays, Oct. 18 & 25, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Find out what's happening in Ashburnfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Start preparing for your month of writing with fellow novelists! You’ll share ideas, brainstorm, get to know your characters, outline plot points, and more.
NaNoWriMo Kick-Off
Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7:00 pm
Gear up for a month of writing by sharing your story ideas and discussing writing tips with fellow novelists while you enjoy refreshments and fun prizes!
NaNoWriMo Write-Ins
Ashburn Library
Mondays, Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24, 7:00 pm
Join other NaNo-ers at the Monday night Write-Ins to share your progress, receive feedback from fellow writers, and continue writing your masterpiece. Enjoy light refreshments and fun prizes!
Solving the Mysteries of Publishing with Local Mystery Authors
Ashburn Library
Sunday, Nov. 16, 2:00 pm
First-time authors Maya Corrigan, Sherry Harris, and Susan O’Brien talk about their debut mysteries and breaking into publishing. Get tips on how to land a traditional publishing contract with or without an agent, and even without having finished a manuscript! Celebrating National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo).
NaNoWriMo Wrap-Up
Ashburn Library
Monday, Dec. 1, 7:00 pm
Celebrate the conclusion of your month of writing by sharing anecdotes and advice from your writing experience! Writers are invited to bring an excerpt of their work to share aloud with their fellow writers. Enjoy light refreshments and fun prizes!
