The Mid-Year Novelette
What's Novel November?
History:
Previously, 'National Novel Writing Month' (NaNoWriMo) was a world-wide writing challenge run by a non-profit organisation. The official website and forums shut down in March 2025, but the challenge lives on.
The Challenge:
- 50,000 words
- 30 days, starting November 1st
- A full, completed draft of a new novel
- No editing, no second guessing, no hesitation.
What's the Mid-Year Novelette?
Premise:
November doesn't work for you? 50,000 words isn't the right target? Just want to write more?
The Mid-Year Novelette is a more flexible, less intense alternative to the main writing challenge. The default word target is set at 15K, but choose whatever works for you.
The Challenge:
- 15,000 words (or whatever)
- 31 days, starting July 1st
Get Started
Track
Track your progress each day.
Set Goals
Aim for 15,000 words in the July, or create a custom goal.
Earn Awards
Celebrate the little wins with trophies along the way.
Socialise
When you're done writing for the day, come hang out in the forums 🤗
Featured Project: Novels
When 19-year-old Ethan returns to his hometown after years away, he expects nothing more than painful memories. Instead, he discovers a mysterious letter that was never meant to reach him. The letter leads him to a secret buried for a decade—one that connects him to Ava, the girl who vanished without a trace. As old friendships are tested and hidden truths come to light, Ethan must decide whether to uncover the past or protect the people he loves. In a journey filled with mystery, heartbreak, and hope, one promise has the power to change everything.