Online Novels - Get your Site Right

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Getting published in the real world is quite a task, and in this economic climate publishing houses are going to become even more focused on the big names.the s-classes that i raised

What this means for writers trying to break into the big time (or to just get published) is we need to find other ways to become noticed by publishers and readers alike while earning something from you efforts.

Online publishing is quickly becoming one way to get your story out there. But the main issue most people who write stories can't make sites. Which means they either need to pay someone big money for a good site or settle for something that looks less than average that is self made.

Then there is the online promoting to be done.

It is not easy to get noticed, regardless of the track you take, but it helps to start from the right place.

Having a site that looks good is a start. You don't need anything with bells and whistles, just clean and easy to navigate.

The site needs to be able to collect the readers name and email address, which is why I strongly suggest having a membership site set up.

It also helps to be able to easily send out emails to your readers with updates.

If this sounds all too much, chances are it is. But that does not mean there are not answers.

I have set up my online novel exactly as above. I capture my reader's information, I can email them with updates, there is a blog set up so readers can have input on the story (from pointing out spelling mistakes to plot suggestions).

My story is serialised, with a new chapter at least once a week. This allows readers the chance to say their bit with a chance of seeing their input become real. I set up pages myself (easily done in the admin area) and every time I add a new chapter I send out an email to tell everyone.