The Novel Writing Podcast

How to Actually Finish Your First Draft

Colleen Mitchell Episode 166

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Many writers, both newbies and veterans alike, struggle to finish first drafts.

So what's the magic formula for actually writing "The End"?

Spoiler: There is no magic formula, but The 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge is pretty darn close.

Listen in to see if you're heading down one of the three paths that don't lead to a finished draft, and how The 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge can get you on the right track.

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