The NaNoWriMo grooming controversy refers to a series of severe allegations and organizational failures that surfaced within the National Novel Writing Month community starting in late 2023. At the center of the storm were reports of moderator misconduct and grooming occurring on the official forums, leading to a massive loss of trust among the writing community. This was further exacerbated by the organization’s controversial and poorly received statements regarding the use of Generative AI in writing. Memes regarding this topic often highlight the irony of a community built on creativity and safety collapsing under administrative negligence. These templates are frequently used by disappointed participants to process the downfall of a once-beloved annual tradition through dark humor and sharp critique.