No Plot? No Problem! Revised and Expanded Edition: A Low-stress, High-velocity Guide to Writing a Novel in 30 Days

Chris Baty

Sep 2014 · Chronicle Books

About this ebook

Chris Baty, founder of the wildly successful literary marathon known as National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), has completely revised and expanded his definitive handbook for extreme noveling. Chris pulls from over 15 years of results-oriented writing experience to pack this compendium with new tips and tricks, ranging from week-by-week quick reference guides to encouraging advice from authors, and much more. His motivating mix of fearless optimism and practical solutions to common excuses gives both first-time novelists and results-oriented writers the kick-start they need to embark on an exhilarating creative adventure.

Ratings and reviews

Took a chance on his expert advice (he is the quintessential expert on NaNoWriMo). Great tips and knew what my thought process would look like at each stage of the game. This was pivotal in being able to be a NaNoWriMo Winner!

This book has it all. It's funny and informative. This book pokes fun at your fears while encouraging you to just give it a try. It's full of great suggestions.

Mantap bana! It makes me more confident, brave, and proud of anything that sparks from my brain and my heart.

About the author

Chris Baty founded National Novel Writing Month in 1999. His work has appeared in such publications as the Washington Post, The Believer, and AFAR. He lives in Berkeley, California, where he works as a teacher, speaker, and writer.