The Gossamer Author FAQ

This FAQ contains information that is mainly of interest to authors who wish to contribute their work to Gossamer. Since the guidelines for submitting stories can be confusing and frustrating, this FAQ was created to help. It explains the reasoning behind specific requirements and gives advice about getting it right the first time. Formatting and submitting should not be torture, and we hope that these documents will make it as easy as possible.

Clicking on the title links will take you to a full copy of each page; clicking on the numbered sections will take you to that specific topic.

How do I submit my story?

Step 1: Writing the Story

  1. General Writing Advice
  2. Choosing a Word Processor
  3. General Formatting Guidelines
  4. Left Justification and a Line Between Paragraphs
  5. Spelling and Grammar
  6. Beta-Reading (the Beta-Readers Circle)
  7. Works-In-Progress (WIP's)

Step 2: Writing the Headers

  1. Gossamer Submissions Template
    (separate page)
  2. What are Categories?
  3. What is the Gossamer Rating System?
  4. What are Spoilers?
  5. What are Keywords?
  6. What Should a Summary Contain?
  7. Other Information

Step 3: Saving the Story

  1. Word Processor Quick Guide
    (separate page)
  2. Why 70 Characters per line?
  3. What is ASCII text?
  4. What is smart formatting?
  5. Why can't I send you an HTML file?
  6. Why can't I send you a link?

Step 4: Submitting the Story

  1. Should I use a pseudonym?
  2. What is Acceptable, and What is Not?
  3. Editing of Non-Story Text
  4. Submission Checklist
  5. Submit Your Story via E-mail
  6. Places to Post Your Fanfic
    (separate page)

How do I update my story?

Post-Submission Changes

  1. How Do I Revise My Story?
  2. How Do I Revise My Database Entry?
  3. How Do I Change My Pen Name?
  4. How Do I Change My E-mail Address?
  5. How Do I Remove My Story?

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