You Can Now Announce Your 2020 NaNoWriMo Project!

Under the bed. Sitting idly on a coffee table. Floating in a starry sky like an astronaut marveling at the beauty of the universe. Where will you find the seed of inspiration for your next novel?

Plot twists, characters, and brave new worlds await in the most mundane places, glittering with the possibility of your creative touch. The magic of your story exists in the everyday, in the nooks and crannies of your life, no matter how ordinary your surroundings are. Get ready to let that magic bloom!

You can now officially announce your project for National Novel Writing Month 2020! Make a promise to your creative self to find those seeds of story magic and write a novel this November.

Announce Your 2020 NaNoWriMo Project!

Explore what the NaNoWriMo site has to offer:

• Join a region to find virtual events run by your local volunteer. Find your region here, then join it to get updates from your local Municipal Liaison!
  
• Say hello in the forums, and find support and resources. If you’re just getting started, check out the Newbies forum to say hello, the Coffeehouse to check out the conversation, and the Reference Desk forums for any research help for your writing project.
  
• Get ready to write with NaNo Prep 101. Our workshop will help you get ready to reach 50K in November. Starting September 14, we’ll have themed weekly resources, events, and discussions to help you dive into your story. Or, you can visit the NaNo Prep page and do the exercises at your own pace!
  
• Find exclusive deals for NaNoWriMo participants. Every year, we partner with some incredibly generous sponsors. Check out our offers page to find deals on writing software, publishing resources, writing communities, and more!

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