How do I do this?

Hi everyone!

So like lately I've been really down in the dumps. I've been feeling like my stories aren't that good. I recently found this fic that's like 62 chapters long, has so many views and comments and subscribers and upvotes and I sit here looking at mine and wonder what it is I'm doing that I don't get that much attention. Like I put my heart and soul into the fics that I write and I get so little notificaitons for them. I'm not saying I want my stories to be featured or that I think my fics are better than anyone elses, I just want to know how do I get more views, more comments and subscribers. Like what do people want to read? What pairings? What groups? What genre?

I get that many people are silent readers and that for oneshots many people won't subscribe, but you should. Like I don't know the ratio of readers to writers, but I feel like there are more readers than there are writers. And as a writer I know like the wonderful an author gets when they see they have more subscribers, or when they get a lot of comments or ever an upvote. It's an amazing feeling because it lets us know that people actually like reading our stories.

I've figured out that a person can click the story, read maybe a few lines and figure out this story isn't for them and leave. But that view still stays. So the view count really isn't a good way to get an accurate read of how well readers like the story. And I'm not the type of person that will force readers to subscribe to stories. I've found that some times can start of really good in like the first few paragraphs, but in later paragraphs, after I've subscribed, I realize that the story isn't one that like or something like that and I feel like I got tricked into subscribing to something I don't like and I don't think that's fair because I know once someone unsubscribes, the author feels bad.

So...once again, my question is what do you guys like to read? What do you want to see me write?

And as an author, I ask for you humbly to take a few seconds of your day and to subscribe to my stories or leave a small comment, anything so I know that you like what I'm writing, because all I want is to make all my subscribers and friends and readers happy with what I write!

So please leave a comment, let me know. Who knows, maybe I'll get inspiration to write more!

Bye lovelies!

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sparkl3ysparx
#1
I am a KaiSoo reader. I tend to hate all other members of EXO in fics. It is like everyone writes all of them the same. I didn't start off that way though. I first wrote about Lay. He was my bias at the time and these stories just came to me. If I get only one reader, subscriber or up vote I am happy because in all honesty I write for fun and for myself. I had a need to put pen to paper so I did. As long as you like what you write you will be okay and you never know when your fic will get that glowing recommendation and become a hit.
EponineRin
#2
I just write for myself. Even if others don't like it at least I do. And if they do like it yay
Siverchen #3
You don't have to tailor what you write to fit into a certain mold you know. The reason that I subscribed to your stories was because they were beautifully written and had some great plots and plot lines. I'll try now then to no longer be a silent reader, because I know that I am one. i feel if you try to become like other more popular authors you will loose the spark, that uniquely you part of your stories that drew me in. Anyway do what you feel like, just know that I'll read your stories no matter what you write and from now on I'll leave a little comment! Fighting!
HaleyYesul #4
I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOUR STORIES!! I LIVE FOR THEM! YOU ARE ONE OF MY FAVORITES WRITERS ON HERE! And I'm a very picky reader ^^
jeonies
#5
I am also a writer, but I currently do not have any stories on AFF. I think (only if you want my opinion) that most people (and me) like the fluff angst and all merged in to one.. But it's just an opinion. Oh! And I wish all good luck to you in your stories!
XiauEleN #6
I know how thats feel cause when i wrote story they are so commentless :( & becase of that i always sub & comment for every story even if I just read one chapter :)))
j3nnypham2000
#7
Hi. Because I'm a writer too so I know what your feelings. I have subscribed your strories because they're great. And as a writer, I want to give you my advices. You should write by your own feelings, and write what you want, not others. Because if you try to do like others tell you, your fics maybe will get lack of... emotions? Well, I don't really know how to help you to get your attention. But I want to say that your fics are awsome and I like it very much. And I'm sorry for not leaving a comment for your fic and just subscribed. I'm in your situation too. I used to feel very excited in writing and posting my fics, but the readers seem they don't really like it or they don't want to subsribe or leave a comment. So now I'm sooooo lazy to write another fic. But I hope that you can get your inspiration back and continue writing.
P/S: Sorry for confusing you with my English. Because English isn't my mother language.
Paradoxal
#8
Hi~ I recently subscribed to one of your stories and honestly? I haven't enjoyed a fic like yours in a while :) changing your style to please others is not something you should do, getting recognition and feedback on your hard work is a nice bonus, I know that. But in the first place you need to write what you love yourself, as corny as it may sound.
And if you really want, chaptered stories catch more attention i think :p
Wish you the best with writing :)
enterawsomename
#9
I know what you feel. my fic are just like that as well. I used to be so excited to update and did so much but eventually gave up cause I hardly got anything :/ But you shouldn't :) Try hard :D good luck fighting ✊✊
eadams037 #10
you're stories are very very good. I recently started liking EXO and they have a lot more pairings to work with. All of the members are very very y in their own way too, so it helps with the visualization.

I think you should do chaptered fiction. You're writing is great and your is amazing. I think you would see a jump in views if readers were able to get invested in the characters w/ chapters. Since is your forte (hah!), the chaptered fic can work it's way up to that. I think you would do that really well.

:) love your writing!
Bubbleofmygirl #11
Ok baby, so I will tell you a little fact. I ing love your writting ♡ Like your one super author and your the author of one of my favorite EVER The Voice is my drug and Honestly I often yes be a silent reader but if you want I'm up to suscribe to all the fics ♡ Because your a good author *blow you a kiss* Ilove you little y ♡
Iliveforyou #12
ya keedeen meee?!!!! yo stories are amazing. just give it time and you will see, people who are worth it will get it!!!! patience ma lil one.. and keep writin horror -______-