Writing a novel was an interesting thing. It allowed one's imagination to be fully developed. If you want to write a novel but are not a professional writer, you need to pay attention to the following points: 1. Choose an interesting topic. This topic can be something that interests you or the type of story you want to write. When you start writing a novel, you can first write down your own ideas and outlines, and then gradually improve them. 3. Pay attention to the plot and character creation of the novel. Make the story interesting and the characters have distinct personalities that the readers like. Pay attention to the writing style and language of the novel. Write your own style to make the novel comfortable and smooth. Don't forget to add some highlights to the novel, such as special plots, interesting conversations, etc. These can make the novel more interesting. Writing a novel required patience and hard work. As long as you persevered, you would definitely be able to write an excellent novel.