The Mid-Month Slump (Live Panel Discussion from November 2023)
Every year, without fail, come mid-November, writers start to wane and hit what we call the mid-month slump. There are a variety of ways that this manifests, but for many of us, we will experience a lack of motivation, which can lead to writer’s block. The ways in which we can combat the mid-month slump will depend on the nature of the issue and our personality.
As part of the NaNoWriMo fun, Canterbury Writers hosted a discussion panel to discuss all things related to the mid-month slump.
Our core panelists included K T Bowes, Bri Thompson, Ellice Gullet, and Judy L Mohr (all who were introduced as part of our last discussion panel post). We had also invited other participants to join the stage to ask their questions and to be part of the discussion.
Sustainable Writing Rountines (Live Panel Discussion from October 2023)
In the lead-up to NaNoWriMo 2024, we hosted a live discussion panel to talk about building sustainable routines. The panel was made up of a variety of writers, include established published writers, professional editors, and ML volunteers from around the world.
This post is just a summary of some of the key ideas and concepts that were mentioned to help build sustainable writing routines.
Nonfiction writers on writing!
On November 29, 2020, we hosted a panel of nonfiction writers to talk about the nuances of writing and publishing nonfiction.
Writing Children’s Fiction with Robinne Weiss
On November 21, 2020, Robinne Weiss joined Judy L Mohr to talk writing children’s fiction and what makes it different to other age categories. It was interesting to learn that Young Adult is still classified as children’s fiction.
Writing LGBT+ Fiction with Gillian St. Kevern
On November 14, 2020, Gillian St. Kevern joined Judy L Mohr to talk about what it really means to write LBGT+ fiction and why it’s so important. It’s not just having a gay character, but giving meaningful representation and casting to those characters of difference. Get some awesome insight and suggestions on how to approach LBGT+ fiction.
You can find out more about this series and Gillian’s other stories on her website. If you have any questions about writing LBGT+ fiction, she is happy to talk to you about her experiences.
Romance Writers on Writing!
On November 7, 2020, Alexa Rivers, Amy Blythe, and Stephanie Ruth joined Judy L Mohr to discuss romance, women’s fiction, and what it means to be a writer. From the difference between romance and women’s fiction through to writing habits and why these talented women chose their particular publishing paths. Get some awesome insight into what it’s like to be a romance writer.
Publishing is a very unique industry. (Interview with Soraya Lane)
We talked to Kiwi author Soraya Lane about her writing journey. Here, she offers some insights into her writing habits, self-doubt, and offers advice for aspiring authors.
Don’t treat writing as a hobby if you want to make it a career. (Interview with Michelle Vernal)
We talked to Kiwi author Michelle Vernal about her writing journey. Here, she offers some insights into her writing habits and offers advice for aspiring authors.
Sometimes the best writing moment is when it finally makes sense. (Interview with Alexa Rivers)
We talked to Kiwi author Alexa Rivers about her writing journey. Here, she offers some insights into her writing habits and offers advice for aspiring authors.
Stop waiting for permission and write. (Interview with Laura Wolf)
We talked to Kiwi author Laura Wolf about her writing journey. Here, she offers some insights into her writing habits and offers advice for aspiring authors.