A Crash Checklist for NaNoWriMo—or Any First Draft
Facing a blank page and randomly starting to write—even if you start with a great idea or premise—is guaranteed to…
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Please Don’t Revise Your Manuscript!
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How to Prepare for NaNo, Part 5: Preparing Yourself to Write
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How to Prepare for NaNoWriMo, Part 4: Mapping the Plot
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How to Prepare for NaNoWriMo, Part 1: Laying the Groundwork
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