Words is words
November 1st is the date the WGA contract runs out. It’s also the first day of National Novel Writing Month. Coincidence?
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November 1st, 2007 at 10:07 am
Likely… it would be a more compelling overlap if it were the first day of Script Frenzy…
November 1st, 2007 at 10:15 am
I must admit, I thought about this, too. And with that, I expect your book done and ready for your fans by midnight, November 30th, John. ;)
November 1st, 2007 at 12:01 pm
I think not.
November 1st, 2007 at 2:41 pm
Please tell me you’re joking. Don’t even mention that event, it’s a disgrace.
November 1st, 2007 at 9:55 pm
That’s funny. It’s the best of times, it’s the worst of times.