November was National Novel Writing month, where thousands of participants worldwide penned 50,000 words in 30 days in a fast-paced, writing project.

Four Seasons books in Shepherdstown will be hosting a reading for the NaNoWriMo winners. Stop by and share a small excerpt from your finished novel. If not a participant, feel free to come by and get more information on NaNoWriMo and to support and meet other writers and artists. The event is Jan. 8 at 3 p.m. at Fours Seasons Books, located at 116 West German Street. Visit www.fourseasonsbooks.com or www.NaNaWriMo.org for more information or call 304-876-3486.