Your Stories Deserve a World of Their Own.
Fictional World Library welcomes storytellers with original ideas, memorable characters and stories readers cannot put down. Explore our submission requirements and contract options below.
Contact Our Author Team01. Choose Your Story Length
Short Fiction
Suitable for focused stories with a satisfying beginning and ending.
- 12–25 chapters.
- 600–1,000 words per chapter.
- At least 5 completed chapters for an application.
- Remaining chapters are due within 2 weeks after signing, unless another deadline is agreed in writing.
Long Fiction
Suitable for extended plots, character development and continuing conflict.
- 30–60 chapters.
- 600–1,000 words per chapter.
- At least 10 completed chapters for an application.
- Remaining chapters are due within 4–5 weeks after signing, unless another deadline is agreed in writing.
02. Submission and Review
- Prepare an original story that you have the right to submit.
- Complete the required number of chapters for your chosen category.
- Contact the author team to confirm the current submission procedure and required materials.
- Our team will review a complete application, normally within 3–7 working days.
- If your story is accepted, review the proposed contract, rights, payment terms and deadlines before signing.
Review times are estimates, not a guarantee of acceptance. Please do not submit work that infringes another person's rights.
03. Contract Options
Exclusive Contract
Under an exclusive agreement, the story's publication and licensing rights are governed by the signed contract. Review the scope, territory, duration and permitted uses carefully before signing.
Proposed contract duration: 10 years.
Short Story Bonuses
Signing bonus, subject to the contract.
Completion bonus, subject to completion requirements.
Long Story Bonuses
Signing bonus, subject to the contract.
Completion bonus, subject to completion requirements.
Non-Exclusive Contract
A non-exclusive agreement may allow you to publish or license the story elsewhere, subject to the exact terms of your signed agreement.
Proposed author revenue share.
Short Story Milestone
Eligibility requires at least 25 published chapters and $50 in qualifying revenue within 3 months after signing.
Long Story Milestone
Eligibility requires at least 60 published chapters and $50 in qualifying revenue within 3 months after signing.
Bonuses and revenue shares are subject to the final signed agreement, applicable eligibility rules, and confirmation by the author team. A stated maximum bonus is not a guaranteed payment.
04. Deadlines and Completion
Before signing, confirm the final chapter count, delivery schedule, editing requirements, revision process and completion criteria.
Short-story and long-story deadlines are described above. Any change to an agreed deadline should be approved in writing by the relevant representative.
A completion bonus, where offered, is payable only after the applicable completion requirements have been met and verified.
05. Payments and Withdrawals
- Scheduled monthly payment date: the 25th of each month for the previous month's eligible earnings.
- Minimum withdrawal threshold: $50 equivalent, subject to the applicable payment method and contract.
- For naira payments, an eligible Nigerian bank account may be used.
- For dollar payments, an eligible Grey or Raenest account or tag may be used, subject to provider availability and verification.
Processing times, currency conversion, transfer fees, eligibility and required verification may affect the amount received and when it arrives. Confirm the current payment procedure with the author team.
06. What We Expect From Our Authors
- Submit original work that you have the right to publish.
- Follow the agreed chapter length, story structure and deadlines.
- Respond professionally to editorial feedback and revision requests.
- Do not plagiarise, submit stolen work or misrepresent authorship.
- Read the entire contract before signing.
- Keep your contact and payment information accurate and secure.
07. Ready to Apply?
Have your story and required chapters ready? Contact our author team to confirm submission instructions and the current terms.
Email the Author TeamEmail: fictionalworldlibary@gmail.com
The information on this page is a general guide and does not replace an executed publishing contract. Final rights, bonuses, revenue shares, deadlines and payment obligations are determined by the signed agreement.