National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo)
Catalog organization: NaPoWriMo.net / Maureen Thorson
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What Is National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo)?
NaPoWriMo is a free, self-directed challenge to write a poem every day in April. Participants may write privately in a notebook or share work online; prompts are optional, and no website is required. Maureen Thorson operates NaPoWriMo.net and its optional participant-site listing.
There is no licensing fee or monetary prize. Personal participation does not require an admission application or a high-school grade qualification. Optional site submission and sharing conditions should be checked separately.
National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo) Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Format | Online |
| Application deadline | Not applicable |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
Program details shown here reflect the current catalog record.
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