National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) launched today as writers around the globe try to write a 50,000-word novel draft in a single month.
To help the GalleyCat readers taking this challenge, we will be offering NaNoWriMo advice throughout the month. Last year, 341,375 participants wrote a novel in 30 days through the NaNoWriMo program. The writing marathon has generated more than 250 traditionally published novels, according to the organizers.
Our first tip is simple: establish your writing schedule. Whether you are spending 12 hours a day writing from 9-9 or simply dedicating an hour a day to your novel, we recommend that you carve out time in your schedule to dedicate to the project and stay committed to that time frame every day. Even if you aren’t quite in the mood, sit down at your computer during the allotted time and see what you can come up with.