A Special Day for Writing

I want to introduce you to some real encouragers. One of them is John Riddle, founder of I Love to Write Day.

Do you love to write? You probably do, or you wouldn't be here. Grab a pencil and circle a date on your calendar. November 15, I Love to Write Day, is officially recognized by nine state governors and more than 20,000 schools across the United States -- and all this from the influence of one writer promoting his craft.

Only ten more days! Let's get a plan. On your calendar, jot down your writing goal for that day. John Riddle encourages people of all ages to spend time November 15 writing. "They can write a poem, a love letter, a greeting card, an essay, a short story, start a novel, finish a novel…the possibilities are endless. I want people to take the time to put their thoughts down on paper. They will be amazed at the results," Riddle says.

For suggestions and ideas on how to hold special I Love to Write Day activities in your community, visit http://www.ilovetowriteday.org/. John also asks us to register on his web site so he can get an idea of how many people are participating.