Attempting to complete a 50,000 word novel in the span of a month is no easy feat. Here are some suggestions that will increase the free time a writer has available.

Oct 19, 2008 - Lorraine Sauer

The goal of NaNoWriMo is to write a novel during the month of November. Why do tens of thousands of writers participate every year and how do they make it?

Oct 7, 2008 - Maija Haavisto

National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, has become an annual event for writers around the world. But is the contest good or bad for aspiring novelists?

Jul 24, 2007 - Paul Combs

In the month of November, over 100,000 amateur and professional writers start pounding the keys in the hopes of producing a 50,000 word novel by the end of the month.

Nov 5, 2008 - Nicholas Morine

I wrote songs before I started writing scripts, dating back to my teens. Though I haven't written a full musical yet, I have added songs to scripts, mine and others.

Sep 11, 2006 - Dave Brandl

A short compilation of tips that will help any writer mentally prepare for National Novel Writing Month.

Nov 6, 2010 - Patrick Stephens

Constantly tweaking sentences while writing creatively hinders depth of the work and prevents writers from finishing any work, especially during NaNoWriMo.

Nov 4, 2010 - Megan B. Wyatt

Every November is National Novel Writing Month. This annual challenge, held since 1999, dares writers to pen a 50,000-word novel in just 30 days.

Nov 3, 2010 - Rhonda Rowley

Use these time-saving tips to write and finish the first draft of your NaNoWriMo novel in 30 days.

Oct 29, 2010 - Irene Woodhead

Learn how to use novel structure and plotting techniques to plan and write a publishable NaNoWriMo novel this year.

Oct 28, 2010 - Irene Woodhead

To plot and write a publishable NaNoWriMo novel, learn how to come up with believable and convincing subplots and secondary plot lines.

Oct 27, 2010 - Irene Woodhead

To write and publish a novel, a first-time NaNoWriMo writer needs to create convincing, original scenes with unpredictable outcomes.

Oct 26, 2010 - Irene Woodhead

To plot and write a publishable NaNoWriMo novel, learn and master viewpoint writing techniques (POV)

Oct 25, 2010 - Irene Woodhead

To write a book that publishers and readers want to buy, use your personal experiences to bring your characters, settings and stories to life.

Oct 22, 2010 - Irene Woodhead

Writing a novel in 30 days may seem a daunting task on November 1, but by November 30 it's easily possible to have a first draft ready for editing.

Jun 13, 2011 - Pam Griffin

This November, join the supportive NaNoWriMo community and write a book in just one month.

Sep 14, 2009 - Michelle Schusterman

Some tips and strategies for different writing styles to prepare for and succeed at National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)

Oct 12, 2010 - Kira Tregoning

Writing a novel in one month is not easy, but even new writers can finish their book by keeping these tips in mind.

Nov 1, 2009 - Michelle Schusterman

Although writing a novel in one month is an incredibly high mountain to climb, it can be done and has resulted in published novels for more than a few writers.

Oct 20, 2008 - Suzanne Pitner