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For anyone taking part in NaNoWriMo

It's summertime, and while many of us seem to have more time and energy in the summer months, we've decided to set up a camp for our members. Each day will feature new activities for everyone to try, all geared toward improving your writing, your habits, and possibly even teachng you a few things you didn't know.

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This is where I hope to see At least one rhyming diction'ry

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