I Thought someone really like my work

[Jaewel]

First time writing and already losing hope because no one reads it until someone say they really like it and come up with and idea to enhance my story. Of course i'm thrilled someone is giving me advice I also want to enhance my story. they only say" art commissions" it already happened already 2 times in 24 hrs

 

[Eldoria]

If you want to improve your fiction, ask questions in the forums. Kind authors are often willing to share tips with new authors for free. Don't trust comments that praise your fiction and then offer art illustrations; they're just bots or scammers.

 

[Jaewel]

If you want to improve your fiction, ask questions in the forums. Kind authors are often willing to share tips with new authors for free. Don't trust comments that praise your fiction and then offer art illustrations; they're just bots or scammers.

yea, i also think they are scammers

 

[pangmida]

Ah yeah, that happens a lot, especially with new authors. Scammers will inbox you or comment some generic compliments before offering art commissions.

I looked up your account on the main site, and I see that you just started. It's natural to not instantly become popular. Fret not, webnovels often take some time to take off, especially if they're not some of the more popular genres. Additionally, readers like to binge when they see a lot of chapters published (usually ~50+, if your book is gonna be that long), or the book is already completed. Just keep writing, have fun, and don't compare yourself to others that much.

Much of SH readers tend to be silent, so if you want advice, come to forums to the "Story Feedback" section and ask for some. There are also pre-existing threads like this one by kind-hearted authors who are willing to give your story a read and provide critiques and feedback.

 

[Jaewel]

Ah yeah, that happens a lot, especially with new authors. Scammers will inbox you or comment some generic compliments before offering art commissions.

I looked up your account on the main site, and I see that you just started. It's natural to not instantly become popular. Fret not, webnovels often take some time to take off, especially if they're not some of the more popular genres. Additionally, readers like to binge when they see a lot of chapters published (usually ~50+, if your book is gonna be that long), or the book is already completed. Just keep writing, have fun, and don't compare yourself to others that much.

Much of SH readers tend to be silent, so if you want advice, come to forums to the "Story Feedback" section and ask for some. There are also pre-existing threads like this one by kind-hearted authors who are willing to give your story a read and provide critiques and feedback.

I will do so thankss

 

[DeepWater]

You need a better synopsis so people will read it.

 

[Hans.Trondheim]

First time writing and already losing hope because no one reads it until someone say they really like it and come up with and idea to enhance my story. Of course i'm thrilled someone is giving me advice I also want to enhance my story. they only say" art commissions" it already happened already 2 times in 24 hrs

Buckle up. You're in for a wild ride, so determine the direction YOU WANT for your story. Learn to ignore criticism and feedback that won't help. And read between some brutal comments that actually has some helpful tidbits for your author life.

 

[ElijahRyne]

First time writing and already losing hope because no one reads it until someone say they really like it and come up with and idea to enhance my story. Of course i'm thrilled someone is giving me advice I also want to enhance my story. they only say" art commissions" it already happened already 2 times in 24 hrs

Got the same messages.

 

[HotConsensualSalt]

First time writing and already losing hope because no one reads it until someone say they really like it and come up with and idea to enhance my story. Of course i'm thrilled someone is giving me advice I also want to enhance my story. they only say" art commissions" it already happened already 2 times in 24 hrs

Don't lose hope. What you're describing is normal.
I must warn you that if you wneed frequent, positive feedback, you've picked the wrong hobby entirely. Go do anything else. Writing is vulnerable, and lonely, and after you're done you still can't be certain if anyone will care. It's scary and frustrating. But it's also hella rewarding, and sometimes lucrative.

Assume anyone telling you they have ideas to enhance your story is a bot or a scammer. Treat "following them into DMs" like following a salesman down a dark alley.

If someone really has ideas about your story they will mention specific details.

Prepare for what feedback you **do** get to hurt, especially at first. Learning how to absorb criticism is a skill, but it is also a muscle. You must exercise it to keep it strong. Some of the feedback and comments may be useful. Learning what is and what isn't is another skill. Some people will notice legitimate holes in your writing, but they may be an asshole about it. Some people may complain that your story doesn't match the one they imagined you were going to write. Some people are nice and excited about your story. Don't let scars from the first two allow you to scare off the third group.

Keep writing
Keep reading
Keep learning

 

[MFontana]

First time writing and already losing hope because no one reads it until someone say they really like it and come up with and idea to enhance my story. Of course i'm thrilled someone is giving me advice I also want to enhance my story. they only say" art commissions" it already happened already 2 times in 24 hrs

Those are just scammers 90% of the time. (Assuming benefit of the doubt for 10% when an artist is genuinely reaching out to an author).
It can be fun to mess with them from time to time.
But yeah, if you want advice, or pointers, you can always ask others here on the forums, or on the SH Discord too.
The basic advice that I have, though, is this.
Don't try to be the next Tolkien/Lewis/Shelley/Lovecraft/Insert other famous author here. Try to be the first, and best, YOU that you can be. The rest, it will come with time, practice, and no small amount of effort. Enjoy the journey.