Calling all Authors (or wanna be authors)

[Bald_J_and_F]

Which reminds us: We have to continue the story of "Thunder and Lightning". The 3rd part of it is long overdue.

[Cordoza]

What would be helpful is site software that means compulsory feedback, either good or bad, the rule being 'No feedback, no membership!' And in case any story readers think 'why should we bother?' then I wonder why authors and illustrators should bother either!'

[chromedome11]

What would be helpful is site software that means compulsory feedback, either good or bad, the rule being 'No feedback, no membership!' And in case any story readers think 'why should we bother?' then I wonder why authors and illustrators should bother either!'

This would be a good idea if feedback is important and necessary for the stories to continue. However, we seem to get lots of stories even with the current system.

If feedback is made mandatory, it has to be made a *lot* easier for people to rate stories. Look at how Yahoo and eBay solicit ratings and comments. It's easy to do, and they don't play a guilt trip on those who don't rate.

Personally, I think most authors just look at the number of downloads as their most important rating.

[Kelli]

Thank you all so much for your information! It is so helpful.

So a good rating system is a must. What else do you think would be helpful? No ads on the stories, pictures around them, etc?

[balorlv]

Thank you all so much for your information! It is so helpful.

So a good rating system is a must. What else do you think would be helpful? No ads on the stories, pictures around them, etc?

Kelli,
I think that if you require feed back then you will loose the meaning of the rating system. My story here has been read by some 50,000 people. I would really hate to have reviews from all of them. Apart from the fact that website requirements as to storage and space would probaly prohibit that.
One idea to get your site started, is to invite writers from here and other sites that you enjoy reading. If the site is catering to mainstream porn then look to place or mutually exchange banners with other sites. I forget what I voted for here but it could very well be cold hard cash. Good luck with your website.
Balor