I think the part about 'cheating' and writing part of the novel in advance sounded funny. I mean, the ultimate aim is to write the novel is it not? As long as one does not take chunks of pre-written material and post it on Nano, there is no 'cheating'.

I know I am going to write loads of stuff that might not make it into the story, or maybe might get radically changed. There will be plenty of stuff to post without worrying about four contest entries, three for me - since I am judging one round.

Getting thoughts down helps crystallise the process, if you finish this novel - start another!

Jyo