The Guide to Wattpad (& Creat...

By _Sophie_Isobel

648K 20.2K 12.2K

Since 2013, this Wattpad Guide has offered writers, just like you, helpful writing tips & techniques, across... More

Welcome to the Community!
Reads: How to get more
Follower Counts Don't Matter: Here's why
Profile: How to format a good one (profile pic, cover photo & bio)
Front Cover
Votes
Writers Block: Tips on Getting Inspired Again
Title
Story Description
Comments
Wattpad's Reading Algorithm
Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
Naming Characters
Starting a Story
Reads to Votes Ratio
Story Structure
Reading Requests + Promoting Work
Plot Twists
Describing Action Scenes
Hooks
Character Deaths
Rankings and Tags
Rule of Three + Alliteration
Endings
Character Interactions
Describing Surroundings
Homonyms (E.g. 'there', 'their' and 'they're'- what's the difference?)
Planning
Developing Relatable Characters
Word Count Goals
Descriptive Writing
Character Design
Pacing
Speech
Filler Chapters (the Con's)
Humour
Upload Schedules
Genre
Author's Notes
Passive and Active Voice
Over/Under Describing
1st, 2nd, 3rd Person; Limited + Omniscient
Top 3 Most Important Writing Tips
Finding Individual Voice
Can you get Paid by Wattpad?
Editing + Re-editing
Word Class
Switching Perspectives
Wattpad Writing Competitions
Character Consistency + Distinctive Traits
Consistency is Key
Synonyms + Antonyms
Consistent Story Voice + Theme/s
Sentence Types
Similes + Metaphors
Protagonist v Antagonist
Sentence Structures
Any Suggestions?

Deleting a Story

6.5K 267 26
By _Sophie_Isobel

Here's some points to consider before deciding to delete your story:


-It should always be the last resort when you definitely know you don't want to continue. Remember that most writing can still be salvaged, re-edited and re-purposed. It could still be of use to you.


-Back up your story on another app so even if you delete it from Wattpad, you could still go back to it, even just to re-use paragraphs or sentences you liked. Either way, have a back up of your story anyway, in case Wattpad crashes.


-Don't delete a story because you feel like it's not getting enough attention. As previously mentioned, reads, votes and comments takes time and dedication to supporting other members of the community, who hopefully will support you in return. If you're passionate about a story, stick with it.


-If its just a case of lacking inspiration, just leave the story alone for a little while. Come back to it when you feel powered up again. Check out the chapter on lacking inspiration: tips on getting inspired again for more.


-Remember, if it's just a few chapter knocking you off kilter, re-editing is always an option. I've had many old Wattpad books I wish I could look back on, even just for nostalgia.


Continue Reading

You'll Also Like

42.9K 1.6K 124
Writing is hard. Being a writer is even harder. But with "Writing 4 Writers," you CAN become a better writer. Every time I sit down to write, I refer...
2K 263 29
Don't Wattpad alone, Wattpad with me! Wattpad like me! Wattpad better than me!
276 8 29
I wrote and read Fanfiction for five years. In these five years, I learned many things. But these is still a lot to learn for me. To celebrate my fiv...
137 12 7
This is what I ended up writing for the 30 day writing challenge that I started on the 14th Nov. It's bad, I know, but I only had 30 days so I didn't...