A novel can take anywhere from a few months to several years to finish depending on the author. For students and novice writers, the process is daunting and difficult to start. The length of a novel makes it necessary for authors to plan out their novel before sitting down and writing it. Outlining a novel helps the author think through what parts of the story should be included and what parts need more attention. It can also help authors plan out any subplots. A good outline for any novel helps the author plan out the entire novel and helps the author make sure they don’t miss any key points. Outlines…