February is 28 days. Let’s see what happens if you show up for most of them! This challenge is a low-pressure way for you to build a huge stack of evidence for your identity as a writer. No 30k word goals or hustle required, just a solid foundation of you consistently showing up. Works for newbie novelists, part-time poets, or even industry professionals; anyone can benefit from writing more often. How to join: 1. Comment “I’m in” on this post. That’s it, you’re in. Optional: If you want to be a Booster, check the bottom of this post for how to do the “Share Boost” thing and get a shoutout in the recap/Hall of Fame. What counts as showing up: A day counts if you make a post of about 30+ words in the group - doesn't have to be much, just not "Hey, I'm alive" - that moves your writing forward. Make sure to include "X/28" in the title (X being the number of days you've done) so it's easy for you to keep track. For example: “5/28 - Micro-scene before work” Examples that count: - A Daily Write post - A response to the weekly prompt - A short draft/micro-scene/poem - A list of ideas or titles you might write - A reflection on what blocked you today and what you’ll try tomorrow - A question asking for feedback, with some context or a sample Busy? Kids? Full‑time job or school? All three? No stress! If you can write a short paragraph, you can participate. If you prefer to lurk, no worries, but for the challenge, you've gotta put some actual words down (even if they're not prose). Also - the days don't have to be consecutive! Consistency doesn't mean "become a robot", and we've all got lives; if you need to miss a day or two, no worries. Three Ways To Win: February has 28 days. You can land in any of these: - Gold - February Finisher: Post on 21+ days - Silver - February Builder: Post on 14–20 days - Bronze - February Starter: Post on 7–13 days Any tier is a win. The point is to build proof, not perfection. On March 1, I'll make a post for you to show:

As y'all might've noticed, I've been less active as of late. Tl;dr my nonstop rhythm finally caught up with me and I got sick enough to sleep for a week (minimal exaggeration). Coming back to things now and I'll catch up with the group activity over the next few days; for now I just wanted to do some housekeeping. To those still posting for the February challenge - I see you! Every little bit counts. The new prompt is up, belatedly! Hope you enjoy, tag me if there's any issues with it, of course. Finally, there's a bunch of members that I left waiting at the proverbial door for a while! In lieu of a proper intro post, I'll tag them below - thank y'all for your patience, and welcome in - please ask any and all questions you need, or just jump right in. @Kathleen Tonn @Sloan Brian @Stephen Wynn @Naomi Inks @Lynn Walker @Krissi Driver @T Cooper @Datron Kendrix @Mia Curtis @Orca Mammal Welcome in!

This is a pick-and-choose prompt. Use what helps. Ignore what doesn’t. Write about a room after something has happened. We don’t see the event. We only see what’s left behind. It could be: - a kitchen after an argument - a classroom after dismissal - a hospital room after discharge - a stage after the audience leaves Let objects carry the story. Optional tools: - No characters physically present - No flashbacks - Focus on 3–5 specific objects - Write under(or over) 500 words If you want to push it: - Make the emotional tone clear without stating it directly. Post in Daily Write with the prompt number in the title. Messy is welcome.