This declaration of your intention is the first all-important step @kommienezuspadt! Writing my first novel was the most frustrating, difficult, and rewarding thing I've ever done and, I can tell you, it's worth every effort to turn your dream into a reality. That book unlocked a whole new world, in more ways than one.

The Nanowrimo model really helped me to break the daunting task into manageable chunks and hold myself accountable. I didn't follow it to the letter but it provided a good framework of how to accomplish a first draft. Best of luck to you!