I Love to Write Day

I Love to Write Day is observed every year on November 15 in the United States. The holiday encourages people of all ages and experience levels to express themselves through writing. A story, poem, journal entry, letter, article, script, or even a few thoughtful sentences can be a meaningful way to take part.

History of I Love to Write Day

I Love to Write Day was founded in 2002 by author John Riddle. He created the observance to encourage people to set aside time for writing and to remind them that they do not need to be professional authors to enjoy the process.

The day was designed for schools, libraries, families, community groups, and individual writers. It celebrates many forms of written expression, including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, journalism, blogging, memoir, and personal correspondence.

Over time, the observance has inspired writing activities, classroom projects, workshops, and online events. Its main purpose remains simple: to help people begin writing, explore new ideas, and discover the satisfaction of putting thoughts into words.

Interesting Facts About I Love to Write Day

• Writing can be used to inform, entertain, persuade, record memories, and explore ideas.
• John Riddle established I Love to Write Day in 2002.
• Writers often begin with notes, outlines, character sketches, or freewriting exercises.
• Lewis Carroll, author of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, was also a mathematician and inventor.
• Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, wrote fiction, history, poetry, and works about spiritualism.
• Many well-known authors received rejections before their work was published.
• Regular writing practice can help people develop confidence, clarity, and their own distinctive voice.

How to Take Part in I Love to Write Day

Celebrate I Love to Write Day by starting a short story, writing a poem, keeping a journal, sending a letter, or drafting a blog post. You can also join a writing group, attend a workshop, respond to a creative prompt, or encourage students and family members to write something of their own. The goal is not perfection, but simply to begin and keep writing.

When Is I Love to Write Day in 2026?

I Love to Write Day is observed on November 15 each year.

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