New Opportunities for Writers Joining ILLUMINATION Today #43
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Chapter 1 Welcome to ILLUMINATION
Greetings to our new contributors! This announcement serves as your official welcome to ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. You now have access to submit your stories. However, please note that you are allowed to submit only one story per publication each day, due to the growing number of writers in our community.
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Section 1.1 Important Onboarding Information
Before you submit your work, we kindly ask that you review our onboarding pack and checklist. These documents contain essential guidelines that will help you navigate the submission process smoothly. If you are not a member, please refer to this important bulletin to familiarize yourself with the publication rules.
Your contributions are valuable to our diverse and collaborative community, which includes over 27,900 writers. We recently celebrated ILLUMINATION's fourth anniversary on March 19, which highlights our commitment to ethical storytelling.
Section 1.2 Engaging with the Community
As a member, you will have the opportunity to build your audience and enhance your income by engaging with readers and fellow writers. We strive to make the process straightforward: focus on creating compelling stories, and we’ll assist with the rest.
Chapter 2 Updates and Guidelines
Before you start, please review our supplementary onboarding pack for quick updates. The master onboarding pack provides comprehensive information about all our publications. It’s crucial that you acknowledge you’ve read the key submission points upon completion.
As we continue to add new writers, we’ve noticed that over 30% of applicants are non-members. While we support all writers, becoming a member is essential for monetizing your content and expanding your reach on Medium. For a small monthly fee of $5, you can enjoy substantial benefits.
Section 2.1 Maintaining Quality Standards
In light of recent events on Medium, including the suspension of certain accounts due to fraudulent activities, we urge all new writers to adhere strictly to platform policies. It's vital for maintaining a healthy writing community.
Additionally, we have recently updated our submission guidelines, emphasizing the importance of high-quality content. Each writer must familiarize themselves with these new guidelines to ensure compliance:
- ILLUMINATION-Curated: Submission Guidelines 2023
- Submission Guidelines for ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications
- ILLUMINATION Gaming: Submission Guidelines 2023
Section 2.2 Engaging with Fellow Writers
To foster collaboration, we invite you to join our Slack workspace. This private platform allows for seamless communication with other writers, editors, and our chief editor, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz. It’s a great place to share your stories and seek support.
Our community also has a Discord group for further engagement, managed by Aiden from Illumination Gaming. You can reach out to him for access.
Chapter 3 Enhancing Your Writing Journey
As you embark on your writing journey with us, remember that our goal is to spotlight well-crafted stories that resonate with readers. We value personal experiences and unique voices, so feel free to share your insights.
Lastly, for those interested in AI-generated content, we have a dedicated publication, "The Lampshade of ILLUMINATION," for writers utilizing generative AI tools.
We look forward to your stories and contributions!