Submission Guidelines

Everything you need to know about publishing your serial fiction on Nocturne Fiction and earning revenue from your stories.

Response Time
2-3 weeks
Chapter Length
1,000-5,000 words
Revenue Share
50% of profits
Exclusivity
Platform exclusive

What We Accept

Nocturne Fiction is a serial fiction platform that welcomes ongoing stories in all genres. We are looking for:

  • Serial Fiction: Ongoing stories published in chapters (1,000-5,000 words per chapter)
  • Completed Series: Finished works that can be serialized over time
  • Web Novels: Long-form fiction designed for digital reading
  • Multi-Chapter Stories: Stories with clear chapter breaks and ongoing narrative
  • Genre Fiction: Romance, fantasy, sci-fi, mystery, horror, and more

Genres We Love

Romance, fantasy, science fiction, mystery/thriller, horror, drama, historical fiction, young adult, and literary fiction. We especially love series with strong character development and engaging plot progression.

Formatting Requirements

Proper formatting helps our editorial team and ensures the best reading experience. Please format your chapters as follows:

  • Use standard 12-point font (Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri)
  • Single or double-space your text
  • Include clear chapter breaks with titles/numbers
  • Each chapter should be 1,000-5,000 words
  • Include your author name and series title
  • Save as .docx, .pdf, or .txt format
  • Submit first 3 chapters initially (max 25MB)

How to Submit

  1. Create an Account: Register on our Author Portal for series management
  2. Fill Out the Series Form: Provide series details, genre, and update schedule
  3. Upload First Chapters: Submit your first 3 chapters for review
  4. Write a Series Synopsis: Describe your overall story arc (500 words max)
  5. Author Bio: Include your author bio and writing background
  6. Submit: Once approved, you can begin publishing chapters

Cover Letter Tips

Describe your series' unique appeal and target audience. Mention your planned update schedule and estimated total length. Previous serial fiction experience is helpful but not required!

Best Practices

Do

  • Proofread carefully before submitting
  • Include a compelling hook in your opening
  • Follow the formatting guidelines exactly
  • Write an engaging series synopsis
  • Plan your chapter structure in advance
  • Submit your best opening chapters

Don't

  • Submit unedited chapters
  • Ignore chapter length guidelines
  • Submit the same series to multiple platforms
  • Include personal information in chapters
  • Upload all chapters at once initially
  • Submit work published on other platforms

Review Process

Our editorial team reviews serial submissions through a streamlined process:

  1. Initial Review (3-5 days): We check guidelines adherence and series potential
  2. Editorial Review (1 week): Detailed review of story concept and first chapters
  3. Final Decision (1-2 weeks): Acceptance decision with publication timeline

We aim to respond within 1-2 weeks. Accepted series begin earning revenue immediately upon publication and reader engagement.

Rights & Payment

Nocturne Fiction operates on a revenue-sharing model where authors earn 50% of net profits from their series after platform costs.

  • Revenue Share: 50% of profits on a tiered basis after platform costs
  • Payment: Monthly payments via direct deposit or PayPal
  • Rights: Platform exclusive during active publication
  • Analytics: Real-time tracking of reads, engagement, and earnings
  • Promotion: Featured placement and marketing support for successful series

Ready to Start Your Serial Fiction Journey?

Join our platform and start earning from your storytelling with our 50% revenue share model.

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