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National Novel Writing Month

Kickstart Your Novel
2026-11-07 14:00:00 2026-11-07 16:30:00 America/New_York National Novel Writing Month Waldorf West Branch -

Saturday, November 07
2:00pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-11-07 14:00:00 2026-11-07 16:30:00 America/New_York National Novel Writing Month November is National Novel Writing Month, and what better way to get your Great American Novel started than a silent write-in? Waldorf West Branch -

November is National Novel Writing Month, and what better way to get your Great American Novel started than a silent write-in?

Join us for a completely distraction-free, silent writing session designed to help you draft your first two chapters. Step into our big meeting room which will be transformed into a quiet sanctuary for budding authors. Whether you want to type furiously or scribble by hand, we have you covered. Bring your favorite notebook, or use one of our library laptops and writing supplies. Stuck on your opening line? Look around! Creative writing prompts will be placed throughout the room to break your writer’s block and spark inspiration.

Shh... it’s time to start writing your masterpiece.

Registration is not required. If you have questions, please contact the Waldorf West Branch at 301-645-1395 or email westref@ccplonline.org.

No peanuts, please! Due to severe food allergies, this is a PEANUT-FREE PROGRAM. Do not bring any products containing peanuts into the event space. Thank you for your understanding in keeping our staff safe!

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills |

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Charles County Public Library events are accessible for all. If you have an accessibility request, please contact programs@ccplonline.org three business days prior to the event.

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