After freaking out a little on October, 31st at 11:59 p.m., because I still had no plot or story whatsoever, I finally got in the NaNoWriMo mood at midnight sharp, and lauched myself into the sequel of last year’s novel: NightmarZ (not available anywhere yet).

As of now, I still have almost no plot, just an idea for a possible story with the same characters. Of course, not everything was resolved to my satisfaction during the first novel, so it is also a means to close some loose ends as well.

Last year, all plots I decided on were lost when, at the last minute, I decided on a brand new idea. It’s almost like, having already thought about where the story was going, I did not have to write it anymore. So this year, I decided to not decide on a plot until the last minute – which is practical, but stress-inducing.

After a few lines, however, with some recap and narration of the events following the end of my previous novel, the story began to write itself. I can call the lightning at will and my Muse will answer and provide ideas.

I don’t know where this story is going, but I know one thing: I’m enjoying the journey.

It’s that time of the year. The anticipation and stress are building as I get ready for NaNoWriMo 2011. I surrounded myself with my trusted tools, and I’m trying to relax waiting for those eight hours to pass.

I have my mobile around, but I don’t plan on using it much during November, because I’ll be writing. I have upgraded my netbook in order to be able to write from anywhere inside the house, but I plan to work mostly from the couch, in from of the TV. I have prepared a long list of movies to play in the background for inbetween word wars. My DSi is around too, for a well-deserved Pokemon fight once in a while.

Also reachable are my Kindle for a quick reference of dialog, punctuation or book-related question, or for a longer reward reading after a successful writing day. Chris Baty’s No Plot? No Problem! will accompany me during the whole month too.

Last but not least, my lucky mug, the one I gifted myself last year after winning NaNoWriMo 2010. The caffeine intake is gonna go through the roof.

How are YOU getting ready for NaNoWriMo?