Publishing
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To publish a short fiction story on the platform first tap the publish icon button on the bottom of the navigation bar
Image:
First, upload an image with a minimum resolution of 512 x 512 pixels. This image will serve as the cover of your story, providing the first visual impression to potential readers.
Ensure the image is relevant to your story's theme and genre to attract the right audience.
Accepted formats typically include JPEG and PNG.
Name your sub-universe:
Create a unique and memorable name for your world on the platform. This name will help readers identify and differentiate your universe from others.
Think about the key elements of your story and what name might best represent the essence of your universe.
Ensure the name is not too long or complicated, making it easy for readers to remember and search for.
Source:
Choose whether your universe is open or closed.
Closed: This option indicates to other storytellers that you wish your characters and story elements to remain exclusive to your story world and profile page. This is ideal if you want to maintain full creative control over your narrative and characters.
Open: This option indicates that your story is open to the platform community, allowing other authors to fork your story. They can create parallel universes or develop sub-characters to publish new stories and sub-universes. This fosters collaboration and expands the potential reach and impact of your story.
Sub Genre:
Choose a sub-genre from the list of available options that best fits your story. Examples include Romance, Thriller, Horror, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Mystery, etc.
Selecting the appropriate sub-genre helps target the right audience and ensures your story appears in relevant searches and recommendations.
Consider the primary themes and elements of your story when selecting the sub-genre.
Search Tags:
Add relevant search tags to improve the discoverability of your story. Tags should be related to the main themes, settings, characters, and plot points of your story.
Examples of tags include "magic", "space adventure", "crime investigation", "vampires", "love triangle", etc.
After typing each tag, press 'Enter' to add it to the list. Utilize as many relevant tags as possible to increase the chances of your story being found by interested readers.
Story Title:
Add a captivating and intriguing title for your story. The title should reflect the essence of your narrative and entice readers to click and read.
Keep it concise, unique, and memorable. Avoid overly long or complex titles that might be hard to remember or search for.
Consider using a subtitle if it adds value or clarity to the main title.
Short Description:
Write a concise logline for your story. This short description will display alongside your story's cover image and should give readers a quick snapshot of what to expect.
Aim to hook the reader with an intriguing premise or question. Highlight the main conflict, setting, or unique aspect of your story.
Keep it brief, ideally one or two sentences, and ensure it aligns with the tone and style of your story.
Story:
Copy and paste your story into the provided text box. Ensure the formatting and alignment are correct before submission, as you will not be able to edit this later.
Double-check for any spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors to ensure a polished and professional presentation.
If your story is divided into chapters or sections, ensure they are clearly marked and easy to navigate for the reader.
Publish:
Tap the 'Publish' button to make your story live on the platform. Within a few seconds, your story will be populated to the community feed.
Your story will be available for readers to discover, read, and enjoy. Consider promoting your story through social media and other channels to reach a wider audience.
