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What is Novel Writing?

How to Create a Character Profile in 12 Steps [+Free Template]

Jun 30, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
How to Create a Character Profile in 12 Steps [+Free Template]

Without fully developed characters, the entire story will fall flat. This is why it’s crucial that you know how to create a character profile. Read more →


NaNoWriMo: How to FINISH Your 50,000-Word Novel [Step by Step]

Feb 25, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
NaNoWriMo: How to FINISH Your 50,000-Word Novel [Step by Step]

Here's how to get started with NaNoWrimo 2019 in a few easy steps from the pros. Get ready to make your NaNoWrimo 2019 a success. Read more →


How to Plan a Novel: 11 Steps (from Premise to Draft)

Jun 27, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
How to Plan a Novel: 11 Steps (from Premise to Draft)

How to plan a novel in 11 steps, from premise and characters to structure, plot beats, and your writing schedule. A clear framework to start. Read more →


National Novel Writing Month (And Why It Matters)

Feb 23, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing

Nanowrimo doesn’t always come without frustrations. There are some things you should know before doing national novel writing month. Read more →


My Guide on How to Write a Novel in 14 Steps

Jun 27, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
My Guide on How to Write a Novel in 14 Steps

How to write a novel is a legitimate question. It can be a scary and overwhelming concept. Novels go unfinished all the time, and writers everywhere get frustrated and discouraged. Read more →


How Many Chapters in a Novel? My Complete Guide

Jun 21, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
How Many Chapters in a Novel? My Complete Guide

Most novels have 20 to 40 chapters. See typical chapter counts for romance, fantasy, thriller, mystery, literary fiction, and YA novels. Read more →


My List of 11 Writing Mistakes to Avoid in a Novel

Jun 27, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
My List of 11 Writing Mistakes to Avoid in a Novel

Many liberties can be taken when writing fiction. However, there are still some common mistakes you should avoid when figuring out how to write a novel. Read more →


NaNoEdMo – Everything You Need to Know

Feb 14, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
NaNoEdMo – Everything You Need to Know

Nanoedmo is a lesser known extension of Nanowrimo. It encourages writers to take on an editing challenge that is laid out in much the same way. Read more →


My Guide to Novel Ideas to Start Writing

Jun 27, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
My Guide to Novel Ideas to Start Writing

Novel ideas to start writing can come from anywhere, but If the inspiration is a little dry, sometimes a good old fashioned writing prompt can help. Read more →


How to Write a Romance Novel: My 13-Step Guide

Jun 27, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
How to Write a Romance Novel: My 13-Step Guide

Knowing how to write a romance novel is an essential skill. Romance is popular, and even other genres can benefit from having some romance in the story. Read more →


Round Character: Definition, Traits & Examples

Jun 21, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
Round Character: Definition, Traits & Examples

What is a round character? A clear definition, the key traits, and famous examples to help you write characters that feel real. Read more →


How to Write a Thriller Novel: My 7-Step Guide

Jun 27, 2026 — Perfect Your Writing
How to Write a Thriller Novel: My 7-Step Guide

When learning how to write a thriller, you’re looking at action, suspense, high stakes, and a ton of conflict. Follow these steps to craft your thriller. Read more →