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  1. National Novel Writing Month
  2. All About NaNoWriMo
  3. General Information

General Information

Information about what NaNoWriMo is, how to get started, and the ways to engage in our creative community.

  • Where do I write my novel? Do I type it on the NaNoWriMo website?
  • Can I make a goal that tracks something other than words?
  • Can I write in any genre?
  • 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?
  • Is there a minimum age to participate?
  • What do I do with my novel after the month is over?
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