get ready to run the
NOVEL GAUNTLET
Join the Goblin City Writers as we focus on finishing our novels November 1 – 30, 2024!
30 days
3 goal tracks
all project stages welcome
let’s finish our novels together
As many of us writers seek out community and accountability, the Goblin City Writers Group is opening its doors to fellow writers who want a challenge to finish their novels this November.
challenge starts…
how to participate
pick your project
Whether you’re starting a first draft or in the final edits of a novel, all projects and stages of the writing process are welcome!
pick your word goal
Choose a goal track that works best for you and your project’s needs.
share your progress
Let us know how your project is going throughout the month so we can cheer you on! Use the tag #NovelGauntlet or tag @NovelGauntlet on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky.
finish your story!
Get those words and take your project to the finish line!
challenge merch
Make sure to gear up for the Gauntlet by grabbing custom merch (available on TeePublic). Snag a Gauntlet Champion shirt (with or without text) as well as more from the Goblin City group.
challenge hosts
Established in December 2020, the Goblin City Writers Group is a 21+ Discord community for writers of fantasy, science fiction, and other speculative fiction. Designed by busy adults for busy adults to provide motivation and support throughout the process of writing a book.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of projects can I work on?
This challenge is ideal for novels, novellas, and short fiction collections, but can work for anything involving words. All genres welcome!
Can I participate if I’m working on a novel I already started?
Absolutely! A community challenge is great motivation to make more progress on existing projects.
Can I track editing for this challenge or only drafting?
Yes you can! Editing is tracked via words edited while drafting is words written.
Do I have to write every day?
Definitely not! While some might prefer to focus on writing a specific amount of words each day, you can also simply focus on the total goal for the month and write when it best suits you.
Do I have to use the tracking spreadsheet provided by the challenge hosts?
Nope! You can track progress in any way that works best for you.
(Spreadsheet coming soon!)
Will I have to join the Goblin City Writers group on Discord to participate?
For 2024, the Novel Gauntlet challenge will be hosted solely in the Goblin City Writers group on Discord but you’re welcome to post progress across social media using the hashtag #NovelGauntlet. More info to come about the challenge for 2025!
Do I have to meet the Goblin City Writers membership criteria to participate?
Nope! Anyone is welcome to complete the challenge. The Goblin City Writers group is 21+ and focused on fantasy/sci-fi writing but the challenge is open to all. If you aren’t interested in joining Goblin City, you can join the Gauntlet via social media using the tag #NovelGauntlet.
The Novel Gauntlet will be moving to October starting in 2025!
Still have questions?
Reach out to our team with any additional questions you have about the Novel Gauntlet!