November Writing Has Been Saved!
With NaNoWriMo no longer running, many writers are feeling the loss of that annual challenge to keep them motivated and accountable.
This November, ProWritingAid is launching Novel November—a month-long challenge designed to help writers turn blank pages into finished drafts. The goal: write 50,000 words in 30 days (about 1,667 words per day). It’s ambitious, but you’ll have an entire community writing alongside you … including the Women in Publishing Summit! We’re delighted to be supporting it as a sponsor.
What Can Writers Expect?
Expect daily writing sprints, Q&As, craft webinars, and community support, all designed to keep you motivated. The line-up features some of today’s most inspiring voices in publishing, including:
- Madeline Miller (Circe)
- Onyi Nwabineli (Someday, Maybe)
- Rufi Thorpe (The Knockout Queen)
They’ll be joined by a host of bestselling authors, editors, and writing coaches offering expert advice throughout the month.
Who Can Participate?
Whether you’re chasing your first novel or your next one, Novel November is your chance to write with guidance, energy, and inspiration.
And the Best Part?
Participation is free—and your words will also support Room to Read, a global nonprofit bringing literacy and education to children in underserved communities.
Sign Me Up!
Learn more about the process, discover Preptober events and helpful resources, and add your name to the ranks of inaugural NovNov participants.


