At Short Story Lovers, you can write stories online and we’ll help take care of the rest. From editing support to feedback and exposure to a global audience, we give writers the tools to succeed. Whether you're new or experienced, get paid to write short stories and build your own following. Your readers subscribe to your stories, and you keep 100% of the earnings, instantly. It’s like getting rewarded for doing what you love—writing stories and getting paid.
Create your Author Site and get your own space for readers to discover you
Craft and share your stories with the world. It will just take a few minutes!
Enable paid subscriptions to get paid to write stories and receive tips.
Fair Chance to become a best selling Author. No Algorithm Zig-Zag.
Receive 100% of what your readers pay through subscriptions or tips. You keep everything you earn from your short stories.
Publish your stories for free, whether standalone or multi chapter, at your own pace.
Get real help from our team at every step, from publishing to growing your audience.
Build deeper connections with your audience using our Newsletter Tool. Notify all subscribers when you write a new story.
Short Story Lovers has a worldwide subscription. Your stories will have maximum outreach through us; build your reputation as a writer across the globe.
Each featured story is reviewed by a team of dedicated editors and if sent back for re-work, it is accompanied by a detailed feedback.
A platform built for writing and growth, where you can build your reputation and reach real readers.
Get feedback, exchange reviews, and connect with fellow writers. Join our community, message other authors, and be part of regular meetups—online and offline.
Built for Authors. Powered by Readers.
Short Story Lovers is where writers publish stories online, grow their audience, and get paid to write without barriers. Since 2012, we've been helping authors turn passion into progress with tools designed to promote, sell stories, and amplify your work.
Think of us as the Netflix for Short Stories, with built-in reader discovery, community engagement, and a high-traffic platform dedicated to storytelling.
Unlike other platforms, we don’t take a cut from your tips or paid subscriptions. You keep 100% of what readers contribute. With flexible earning options—including tiered subscriptions and story-level tips—you get full control over how you earn.
It’s simple to write stories and get paid instantly by fans and supporters who connect with your work. Whether you're a new writer or a published author, we’re here to help you succeed and get paid to write.
Years of Trust and Results
Keep of What You Earn
Writing stories online and getting paid has never been easier.
Sign up for free and set up your personal author site.
No, becoming an author on Short Story Lovers is completely free. Your story will be visible across the platform. You can write stories online, publish them on your personal author site, and even get paid to write short stories through subscriptions and tips from your readers.
Free Authors can publish up to 2 stories each month and start building their reader base.
Pro Authors can publish unlimited stories and access advanced tools to monetize their work and grow faster.
You can unlock Pro Author access either by subscribing to a plan or by redeeming True Reader Points. Both give you the same publishing access.
