Find Time for NaNoWriMo

Write a novel in 30 days - or have fun trying.

Created byLouise Tondeur

Last updated 4/2019

English

What you'll learn

You'll have a plan for your novel
You'll have created some believable characters
You'll get a head start with NaNoWriMo

Course content

4 sections • 32 lectures • 52m total length

Welcome to Find Time for NaNoWriMo0:32
Welcome to the course.
You don't need a course on NaNoWriMo0:51
Reasons NOT to do NaNoWriMo2:53
I list the reasons NOT to do NaNoWriMo, and then give you some reasons why you SHOULD give it a go - so you can weigh it up for yourself.
What is NaNoWriMo and How to Get Started0:48
The first thing you'll do is set up a profile on the NaNoWriMo website.
What we're going to cover0:30
What we're going to cover on this course

The Maths1:39
Because it's NaNoWriMo, you're trying to squeeze 50,000 words in 30 days - and that takes a bit of maths.
Actions to take now1:00
Here's a quick summary of the actions you need to take to stay on track.
Anything else you'd like to know about Finding Time for NaNoWriMo?0:30
How to Set Up a Powerful Writing System1:25
This powerful writing system - that most people don't know about - will help you to reach (and exceed) your word count every day.
Optimizing your writing time and writing space1:05
The timing of our writing sessions (whether they're early morning, mid-morning, afternoon or evening, for instance) has a real impact on our productivity, so to does the place where you write. Tweak yours so they work for you during NaNoWriMo.
Smart Writing1:40
Learn 'smart writing'. Instead of writing when the muse hits (there is no muse - aside from you) you need to turn up and get on with it.
Actions to take now1:15
Here's a quick summary of the actions you need to take to stay on track.
An Easy-to-Learn Time Management Technique1:29
Learning Frances Cocirillo's Pomodoro Technique can help you to avoid distractions and stay on target.
Scenes: the Building Blocks of Your Novel1:40
Scenes are the building blocks of your novel - do you know how long it takes you to write one?
Scenes: The Maths1:32
In this video, we'll do a bit more maths, to make sure scenes are working for you.
Learn Freewriting1:04
Learn how to keep going without editing, deleting or re-reading. Freewriting is a technique you'll get better at with practice - it will really boost your confidence.
Actions to take now1:07
Here's a quick summary of the actions you need to take to stay on track.
Motivation2:18
How to stay motivated - and look after yourself - during NaNoWriMo.
Books that will help you with NaNoWriMo1:30
Here are three books that will help you with NaNoWriMo. If you'd like any more suggestions - please ask in the Qu and A.
Actions to take now0:50
Here's a quick summary of the actions you need to take to stay on track.

Put aside time to plan your novel1:09
Once more, when it comes to planning a novel, it's all about planning your writing time.
How to get started with your plan4:57
Start by planning your characters, then put problems in their way in order to plan the rest of your novel.
An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Planning Your Novel1:34
Answer a series of questions in order to plan your novel using the Three Act Structure.
Beginning, Middle and End: Timings1:48
What goes into the Beginning, Middle and End of a novel?
Beginning, Middle and End: More Detail3:18
You'll learn more about the Beginning, Middle and End of a novel in this video.
Actions to take now1:17
Here's a quick summary of the actions you need to take to stay on track.

Summing Up Part One4:19
Here's a handy summary of what you've learnt on the course.
Summing Up: Narrative Structure and Character Questions2:07
Here's a handy summary of narrative structure and character creation.
Writing the End of a Novel: Tie Up Those Loose Threads2:15
Finding time to finish your NaNoWriMo novel2:25
How do you find the time to finish your NaNoWriMo novel?
Your Writing Calendar Challenge0:55
Thank you and Goodbye0:30
If you have questions, please ask in the Qu&A. Until next time: GOOD LUCK!

Requirements

Interest in NaNoWriMo
Interest in writing a novel over 30 days
The ability to write fluently

Description

Every year, thousands of people 'win' NaNoWriMo. In other words, they manage to write 50,000 words in 30 days during the month of November. What's their secret? How do they write a book so quickly? Are they crazy? The answers to those questions are: you're about to find out, they break it into small steps, and yes, possibly. If you'd like a guide to winning at NaNoWriMo, from a published novelist, you're in the right place. I've deliberately kept this course short because if you're doing NaNoWriMo, you'll want to get going as quickly as possible. Please note, this course is unofficial and not affiliated to NaNoWriMo. Want to find the time for NaNoWriMo? I'll see you inside the course.

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Anyone wanting to take part in National Novel Writing Month

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Introduction5 lectures • 6min

Getting Reading for NaNoWriMo15 lectures • 20min

Planning your novel and Creating Character6 lectures • 14min

Summary6 lectures • 13min

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