NaNoWriMo: National Novel Writing Month

NaNoWriMo also offers guidance on writing a 50,000 word novel in November.  Preparation can start earlier! Their website outlines starting in September with:

1. Developing a Story Idea
2. Creating Your Characters
3. Constructing Your Plot and Outlining the Story
4. World-Building
5. Organizing Your Life for Writing
6. Find and Manage Your Time

You'll be ready to write, write, write in November!