If you're looking for a new way to earn money as a writer, here's one thing that you should try. I have covered this from my previous articles before but I think it deserves a better explanation.
StaryWriting is an online novel platform where you can start writing your first novel. It's the main company of different novel apps such as Dreame, Ringdom, and Slash.
If you're into romance novels, Dreame is the best app for you. Ringdom is for those who like writing novels based on games, paranormal, sci-fi, and more. While Slash is for the LGBT community who can write different genres based on same-sex romance and other genres.
So, now that you have more background about this online novel platform, it's time to know how to earn money from StaryWriting!
Note: They have an app to download from Google Play Store or iOS!
1. Create a Story Outline
Of course, before you do anything, make sure that you already have a story outline. That way, you will be ready to pitch your story. What you need is to have your ideas turned into a novel.
It's maybe tough at first but you will get used to writing a story that will turn into a book. When writing your very first novel, it's a great idea to create a protagonist to be more like you. That way, writing about that specific character will come easy for you since you're just describing yourself.
2. Sign Up for a StaryWriting Account
Once you already have a story plot in mind, it's now time to sign up for your StaryWriting account. You can either go to their website or register from Dreame, Ringdom, or Slash depending on what genre you want to write about.
Signing up is very easy since you can either use your Google account, Facebook, or your email address. Once you're done signing up, you can just complete your author's profile for your future readers to see. Don't fuss too much about it since you can always edit your profile anyway.
3. Upload Your Novel Chapters
Now that you have signed up for a writer's account, you can start uploading your novel chapters. That's why it's a great idea to have your story outline before anything else.
You only need to upload three chapters from your story to apply for an exclusive contract. It means that you can just continue writing your novel on your chosen platform.
4. Apply for a contract
It doesn't have to be a complete novel, you can go ahead and write the first three chapters and upload them first. There will be a form that you have to fill in to apply for a contract like the title of your book and other details about it.
Have your story blurb, story plot, and story outline ready since you need them on the application page. Have a personal intro ready as well since you have to provide that on every contract application if you're planning to write more stories.
5. Sign the Contract
It may take around two to three weeks to get a response from an editor on your first time applying for a contract. Just make sure to update your novel regularly while waiting for them to contact you.
That way, you can already gain some readers that will read and follow your stories. You will need to have 500 novel followers before you can apply to the pay-per-read program.
6. Get Signing Bonus
When an editor has already contacted you and you have already signed the contract, you can expect to receive a signing bonus. They normally offer to pay a $50 signing bonus for their freelance writers.
It's not much but it's an additional income for you while you're still starting with novel writing. You can get the signing bonus after your book reaches 30,000 words. So make sure to complete that word count within a month to receive your signing bonus next month.
7. Earn from Daily Updates
Of course, earning money doesn't stop from getting the signing bonus. You can earn more when you update your story every day. It's also the best way for you to be consistent in writing and gain more fans of your work.
Don't be disheartened if you didn't get a lot of readers during the first few weeks or months. The more you write, the better the readers will be aware of you and have more readers in the future.
8. Complete Your Novel
Every story has its ending and it applies to every book written. Try to aim to write at least up to 60,000 words before completing your book.
Once you have already published the last chapter, you can apply for book completion. You will get an additional $50 for completing your novel which is another pocket money for you.
Now, it's either you wait for your first novel to become popular or write a new one.
Conclusion
Congratulations on completing your book! You can now call yourself a novelist or an author. Anyone can become an author these days but only a few go for it. So, if you have been dreaming of becoming a novelist, here's your chance!
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