NaNoWriMo, the National Novel Writing Month organization, is shutting down due to financial issues and controversies. Director Kilby Blades announced the closure in a YouTube video, highlighting the organization's growth since 1999 and its impact on the writing community. However, scandals, including accusations against a moderator and backlash over its pro-AI stance, led to a decline in participation. Despite the closure, the spirit of writing in November continues. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)