Looking for a novel-sized challenge, but don't want to wait until November? Want a spark to get your chamber firing, or simply a range of targets to shoot at? Just don't fancy goin' it alone?

Easily fixed: take one National Novel Writing Month, add plenty of pony to the mix, and leave under the June sun to warm up nicely. Result?

Sign up for the easy, moderate, or advanced challenge and prepare for a June full of novelty, nuance, and never-give-up-ity. Whether you're a beginner seeking a kick-start, a veteran wanting to cruise on a favourite track, or an average Joe or Jane looking for a simple race, you're welcome here. Everyone's welcome!

So map out a narrative, write your way down the streams of consciousness, go back and forth over the dialogue thickets, explore your character ranges, and see how far into new territory you can go. Best of all, you'll be part of the wilderness explorer's society, writing alongside many other challenge-takers to pass the obstacle course and reach the finishing line with high honours and possibly a medal or two for your imaginary trophy room!

And remember: you too can mix as many metaphors as you like. Sign up and shake 'em up!*

* Please note: Not a guarantee. Similes sold separately.

NaPoWriMo 2017: where June is the new November!