What is Novel Quest? Have you ever wanted to complete the first draft of your novel but, for one reason or another, never could quite get over the hump? Or do you already have a first draft of your novel but haven't been able to get yourself to edit it? Whatever the writing project you have in mind, Novel Quest is a fantastic way to gain the motivation and support to finally complete it, all in thirty days in November.
The 2025 season of Novel Quest is underway! We are holding three preparatory workshops in October this year. The popular Library Crawl is back to offer writers opportunities to work on their novels at write-ins while earning chances for nice prizes at the TGIO (Thank Goodness It's Over) Party December 6th.
Consider joining the Writing Journey, our year-round writing group (it's free and features an annual anthology, a critiquing group, and an editing/accountability group among other Paths!).
Essentials
See the detailed list of regional events.
To receive the zoom and google meet links and find out the logistics, please subscribe to our Illinois Novel Quest substack.
What is Novel Quest? See our Frequently Asked Questions (faq).
You might be interested in the notes from our many prep workshops.
Resources
Join our Illinois Novel Quest Discord channel (for chatting).
Read our Guide to Write-Ins
Use the wordcount spreadsheet when attending our write-ins.
Online resources for November
Just for fun
See our Library Crawl; attend write-ins and win prizes.
