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What is the 50k Writing Camp?
80%
of our authors wrote 50,000 words or more in 2020 & 2021
Every year, writers across the globe band together in a triumphant display of swords, shields, and pens to take on the challenge of writing 50,000 words in just 30 days.
The challenge is daunting. It’s difficult. It’s gruelling (why else would it be considered a challenge?) In similar challenges across the world, over 4,000,000 attempts have been made, and less than 20% have ever reached completion.
That’s where the 50k Writing Camp comes in.
Smart writers don’t tackle this challenge alone. Winning writers find their tribe. The 50k Writing Camp is a program that has been developed by international bestselling author of over 60 books, Daniel Willcocks, with the sole premise of giving authors their best chance of crossing the finish line and bathing in the blood of their fallen words.
So, how about it, eh? That novel idea you’ve had buried in your head… That half-baked book draft that’s been collecting dust in your bottom drawer… That story that just won’t let go…
Why not unleash the beast, and get it done? After all, what’s 30 days in the timeline of your dreams?
Julie Hiner
The 50k Writing Camp was like having a personal writing coach in my room every morning to get me out of bed and pumping words on the page. The group’s support was amazing, the daily messages were inspiring and motivational.
David Corkett
50k Writing Camp with Daniel Willcocks was one of the best experiences of my life! I would recommend this boot camp to any budding or seasoned writer.
Laura Kendrick
The 50k Writing Camp was one of the best experiences I’ve had as a frequent challenger. The sense of community meant everyone was really rooting for each other and the sprints kept me accountable. There was no pressure, just encouragement and advice as we all moved towards the same goal.
What's Included?
Live Writing Sprints
- Remove all distractions and excuses by joining your fellow campers on a series of Zoom writing sprints, guided by bestselling author and award-winning podcast, Daniel Willcocks. Keep your camera on or off, however you feel comfortable, and get the words DONE.
Group Word Tracker
- Utilize Dan’s bespoke word tracker, cheer on your group members, and motivate yourself as you chip away at your progress bar and stare at the fallen words piling up in your rearview mirror.
Daily Motivation
- Receive bespoke, targeted, inspirational messages straight to your phone or computer every weekday morning as Dan cheers you on and guides you through the peaks and troughs of the challenge.
Online Community
- Shout, wave, cry, holler, and laugh on our online Slack community. With dedicated channels for the Writing Camp, craft, business, and life, you’ll never feel alone.
Your Questions Answered
- Whether on our online Slack group, or during the breaks between sprint sessions on Zoom, you’ll have the opportunity to have all of your writerly questions answered.
Celebratory Social
- What’s a 30-day challenge without a celebration! Whether you smashed the challenge, or fell just shy, you’ll have the chance to laugh, high-five, and celebrate each other’s efforts on a social Zoom call to top off the challenge.
1-Month Free Access to Activated Authors Community (NEW)
- Get FULL access to the Activated Authors community (valued at £29.99) for one whole month! Jump into conversation with writers and creatives, and see the behind-the-scenes of the Activated Authors community.
Your Writing Camp Schedule
Tue 1st – Wed 30 November, 2022
Throughout the month we will be providing as many guided writing sessions as possible to accommodate timezones and working life. You’re not required to attend every session, although we highly recommend that you attend as many as possible to give you the greatest chance of completing the challenge.
*Times are set to GMT (UK). To find out the conversion for your timezone, use World Time Buddy.
Weekly Writing Sprints
Mondays
2pm–4pm
Tuesdays
11am–12.30pm
7pm–9pm
Wednesdays
11am–12.30pm
Thursdays
11am–12.30pm
7pm–9pm
Unsupervised sessions are also available via an exclusive Activated Authors link for those wanting to tackle the words at the weekend.
Bonus Sessions
Welcome to Boot Camp
Wednesday 26 October, 2022 (7pm–8pm)
Jump onto Zoom and get to know your fellow Boot Campers! In this guided session, you’ll be able to introduce yourself and get a sense of all the amazing talent in the group.
Celebration Social
Friday 2 December, 2022 (8pm–late)
It’s party time! No matter the result of your challenge, you’re invited to rejoin with your fellow Campers one last time to raise a glass, celebrate the good times, and play some party games.
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Do your homework
Get the book.
Get your hands on the ultimate companion guide for this challenge, and maximise your chances of smashing the 50,000 word barrier!
Our Alumni
Up until Dan’s Boot Camp I had never been involved in any writing groups so I had no idea what to expect. Dan cheered everybody’s wins and kicked us in the butt when we needed it because he refused to leave anybody behind. I smashed my target because of this group and have made friends I hope to carry with me for life. I highly recommend signing up—you will not regret it
This BOOTCAMP was the difference between feeling like a winner and just logging the words; the encouragement, the teamwork all added to an amazing experience.
I was so glad that I decided to sign up to the Boot Camp. The community that formed was invaluable to hitting my word count goal and I've made genuine friends for life. Dan's motivational messages were fun and engaging and the structure he provided to get the words written was essential.
Do you want to knock out some words with a support system that rocks? This 50k Writing Camp was the most supportive group I have ever been a part of. I highly recommend it.
I would say if you're on the fence, then you're probably in the same position that I've been many times with things like boot camp or NaNoWriMo. I took the leap and, at the end of the 30 days I had my book. I had new friends, and I'm still reaping the benefits of that camp. I'm being invited to read some of the books that were written during that camp—and some of those books are now on my bookshelf.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
No, you don’t have to attend every session. No points will be taken from you if an emergency pops up and you can’t make it.
All sprints will take place using the Zoom.US service. Accounts are free to create, and you will be sent a link ahead of the session to jump into the conference. Simply download the software, and then click the link once you have received it.
The majority of sessions will not be recorded, however some sessions may be recorded for future marketing purposes. You will have the chance to consent or decline this ahead of any recordings being taken, should you wish to remain anonymous.
No. You can work on whatever part of your author career you like. However, it is strongly advised that in order to complete the challenge you use this time to concentrate on focused word creation.
The 50k Writing Camp is in no way officially linked or registered with the NaNoWriMo organisation.
While there is no rule in place that you have to have a camera activated and show your face on the Zoom sprints, many will find that they are more accountable to writing words if they are visible. If you are not comfortable with this, then simply turn your camera off and be present for the sessions. You don’t have to have it on.
Not a problem. Zoom is an international service and you can join from anywhere around the world. You can find the time conversion of your chosen timezone at https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/ .
You can get a full refund up until October 28th. No refunds will be available after that date due to the limited capacity of the Writing Camp service and the difficulty at that point of filling your vacant seat.
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