National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) launched last week 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 fifth tip is simple: Develop Your Novel’s Plot. Develop a plot outline that establishes how the story will get from point A to point Z. Make a checklist and add detours. MIT has a great collection of plot exercises specifically designed for different kinds of tales ranging from adventure and pursuit to forbidden love and discovery designed to help you develop your plot.