We're back with our third-annual September Songwriting Challenge.

What it is: A week-long songwriter exercise where each participant will be given a total of seven prompts to inspire and guide a new song for each day: Sunday through Saturday. Writing takes place on your own and should be done during the timeframe given. The listening party will be in person, in Portland, OR.

How it works: On September 7th, you'll receive an email with a prompt for each day of the week. Prompts from previous years included "write a song with as few words as possible," "the moment you knew it was over," "write a song for Love Is Blind," and "no rhyming song." The goal is to challenge yourself, write something new, and finish something just to finish. Anything goes: a lyric idea, a song start, a mumbling voice memo, a guitar riff.

The listening party: This is an event to mingle, network, meet other writers, share your experience, talk about how the week went, share songs, and just hang out with other creatives in Portland. It will take place on Sunday, September 15th at Rose City Guitars. More info will be announced!

We know what you're thinking...

• Do I have to record my songs? No. You can keep your songs as demos, voice memos, or in your memory. They do not need to be fully produced or recorded.

• Do I have to share my music? Absolutely not! At the listening party, there will be an opportunity to share something you did that week, but it is not required! We also love if you share on Instagram during the week and tag @pdxsongwriters!

• What if I don't write a song every day? That's OK! Life is busy. Songwriting challenges are hard. We encourage you to try and jot down even a few lines or melody ideas. This is for you to push yourself and make something new every day.

• Can I skip the challenge and attend the listening party? By signing up for this event, you're committing to attempt and try your darndest at writing seven new songs in one week. No matter how many you start or finish, you can still join us for the party.

  Registration closes at midnight on September 6th.