Adopt a Writing Buddy or Two!

[Irene]

It's that time of year again, and as always, this thread is extremely popular on NaNoWriMo's website, so we are going to make it a little easier to get support this year.

So, right now, if you're a member of the NaNo site and you're looking for a writing buddy to help you get through November, you can advertise here. It never hurts to start early so speak up if you want a support partner!

Things you should include:
-Your NaNoWriMo.org username (so your buddies can find you and be aware that if your username is not really unique there may be a number of results, like with me)
-what you're looking for in a writing buddy
-How many years you've participated
-How many years you've won
-What you are looking for in a buddy and what help you think you want
-What help you think you can give
-What region/time zone you're in
-Any other social networking sites that you'd be willing to connect with your buddies on (optional)
-How often you'll be available for help and preferred way to talk

You can always have more than one writing buddy, just please be respectful of each other and don't spread yourself too thin!

[Irene]

I am looking to have a number of buddies, I don't really need a one on one partner thing right now. You can find me under the username ~II~ but that will most likely get you numerous results so if you are interested it might work better for me to find you.

I have participated the past three years and won two of them and am looking for someone to mostly bounce ideas off of. I need opinions on characters, my plot line (especially all those little ones I have twined in), a scene read from time to time and honestly critiqued. I love hearing multiple theories so am looking for at least two buddies.

I am not particularly great at grammatical pursuits, but I will be more than happy to check pretty much any other aspect of your novel. If you would even like to start talking before November to brainstorm I am open to that too, just let me know.

I am EST, but work what the average person considers odd hours so in order to coordinate for a nice continuous discussion we will need to talk further. I would like to say that I will be available daily but that will not always work out so lets say I will be available at least every other day and if we make plans to talk I can for certain do that.

You can contact me through Goodreads here, the Nano site, or my email (which I will provide upon request) but the best way is probably going to be email or the Nano site.

If you think you would like to be part of my support team this year, and I part of yours, let me know!

[Tara ♪]

Hi Irene, (and others; I'd like to have a couple buddies) would be interested in doing this. I haven't made my account this year, but I did participate last year and unfortunately didn't win. I still expect to be presses tight for time, but I'm trying to plan better this year.

As for what I want in a writing buddy, mostly someone to bounce ideas off of. I also have issues with coming up with links between my larger scenes, so a little help with that would be greatly appreciated.

I'll be available probably every-other day and I'm in CST. The best place to reach me would probably be the nano website or goodreads.

[Rhi]

Hey guys.
I'm willing to go into a cabin with a bunch of people or buddy up with a few. You can find me on nano's site as Rhianon. I've participated most years since '09 or so? Maybe earlier? My memory's Swiss cheese most days. I think the last time I won was probably when I was churning out what is "Blacker Than Black," published in 2012.
I'm planning on winning this year, though, with it's sequel =D
I'm EST and have a day job, which means I'll be online and/or writing/transcribing in the evenings and Saturdays. I tend to be a low maintenance/low drama lurker type writer. I expect to occasionally look for someone to bounce plot ideas off of, but nothing terribly demanding beyond that during nano because I mostly use it to churn out words while the muses cooperate. Plot and character behavior consistency are usually enough to keep the words flowing.
I can offer much the same type of assistance, if someone wants to buddy/cabin up with me. I will not read more than short scenes from others' work during November, and only for the express purpose of offering assistance about a specific issue w/ plot, character, etc. I'm all for word wars and sprints though!

Feel free to add me on Nano, or message me here; you can also find me on facebook as "Rhi Etzweiler" or email me directly at rhianon.etzweiler@gmail.com if that works better for you.

[Irene]

Tara ♪ wrote: "Hi Irene, (and others; I'd like to have a couple buddies) would be interested in doing this. I haven't made my account this year, but I did participate last year and unfortunately didn't win. I sti..."

Tara, your account from last year should still be good, what user name can I find you under?

[a.e.o.]

Hello, everyone.
I'm looking for someone to bounce ideas (for plot and characters) off of for NaNoWriMo. I can offer advice for characters and plot as well if you need. I do realize I'm slightly late (as it starts Saturday), but if anyone is available, that would be great. This is my first time participating and I'm incredibly nervous because of school, family, etc. I'm in Pacific time and should be available pretty often (maybe from 5 pm (Pacific time) to 10 pm (again, Pacific time) daily). I prefer to talk through NaNo Mail. My username is avaeo. Thank you so much if you're available.

[Khaoula E.]

Hey guys!
This is my first year participating and I'd love to have a couple writing buddies. I'm on GMT so maybe the time difference would be hard but I think I can manage.
I think it's always good to have people to talk to if there is a block or if you lose motivation throughout the month.
Find me on NaNo, username is keyla
But we can chat on any platform. Thanks!

[Irene]

a.e.o. wrote: "Hello, everyone.
I'm looking for someone to bounce ideas (for plot and characters) off of for NaNoWriMo. I can offer advice for characters and plot as well if you need. I do realize I'm slightl..."

I am still looking for buds, so I will look you up!

[Irene]

Khaoula wrote: "Hey guys!
This is my first year participating and I'd love to have a couple writing buddies. I'm on GMT so maybe the time difference would be hard but I think I can manage.
I think it's always goo..."

What are you looking for in a writing buddy? I always have more than a couple (a few people I will be really intense with regarding we will take a fine tooth comb through scenes and then other people are there to bounce ideas off and support).

[Tara ♪]

Irene, I finally figured it out and my username is TaraTheTerrificTerror.

Oh me oh my, I'm still debating between novel ideas!!!

[Ingrid, Just another writer.]

Tara ♪ wrote: "Irene, I finally figured it out and my username is TaraTheTerrificTerror.

Oh me oh my, I'm still debating between novel ideas!!!"

Which Nano Site are you on? the YWP one or the regular one?

[Ingrid, Just another writer.]

My active NaNoWriMo username is Inkeri. Just to be completely honest, I have not gained any NaNo experience, meaning I have not won a challenge nor have I completed my books. I've looking for a writing buddy who frequently goes online, and has helpful plotting tips. This is my third year participating in NaNo (however on my first time, I technically didn't have an account), but I am a hard fighter, nonetheless. I think my biggest problem, out of everything, is time-management. I have my own key style, and I am considered helpful by others in helping them in the editorial process (a.k.a post-Nano) and strengthening character buildup. I live in Maryland right now, so I am in the EST Time zone. I don't have large demands for a writing buddy, only that they have positive attitudes, meaningful advice on any generic idea, and do not inflate my inbox every day, per se, because I have a hectic school routine. I am also attainable through several other websites including wattpad, facebook(if ABSOLUTELY necessary), and the NanoWrimo Young Writer's Program.


User(s):
Wattpad: Inkerina
YWP NaNoWriMo: Ingrid596
NaNoWriMo: Inkeri
Facebook: Ingrid Nkenlifack

[Emma]

My username is emmaiadanza if anyone what's to buddy me :) on the regular site.

[A.L.]

This is my first year trying to do a NaNoWriMo novel and I could use some buddies. I'm Dunappy over at NaNoWriMo.

[Carl]

Hi,

I'm signed up as vonyac.

This is my first year attempting the challenge. I think having someone to discuss ideas share writing tips (and the pain of writing 2000 words a day!) would be very helpful.

I find talking about writing to be hugely motivation, even if I'm not discussing ideas for the piece I'm currently working on.

I'm on GMT.