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All About NaNoWriMo

Information about getting started, who can participate, who we are as an organization and more.

General Information

  • How do I write for the NaNoWriMo blog?
  • Getting Started
  • Why 50,000 words? And how do you define “novel”?
  • How and when can I sign up? When do I start writing?
  • How do I win National Novel Writing Month? What are the prizes? Is there an entry fee?
  • Can I participate if I’m not American? Can I write a novel in any language?
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Official Events: NaNoWriMo and Camp NaNoWriMo

  • How do I participate in the “Now What?” 2022 Challenge?
  • Do I have to start my novel from scratch on the first of the month? Can I use an outline?
  • What if I don’t finish? Or hit my word-count goal but I’m only halfway through my novel?
  • How do I create a project for Camp?
  • How to Win and Collect Winner Goodies

Compatibility & Tech Stuff

  • What should I do if I notice a bug?
  • Which browsers does NaNoWriMo support?

Our NonProfit

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Can I use the NaNoWriMo name or logo?
  • Can I partner with NaNoWriMo to promote my product or organization?
  • Do you support corporate matching gifts?
  • Is my donation tax-deductible?
  • How will NaNoWriMo use my donation?
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