You could then turn these powerful moments into the beginnings of your novel. [substeps] For example, maybe you have a vivid journal entry about the first time you experienced sexual desire as a young person.
[header] How to write a novel using your journal [title] Look for moments that felt powerful to you. [step] Read through your journal and search for any moments that jump out at you. Highlight or underline moments may have been powerful and intense for you at the time.