Welcome to Novelizing.com

By authors, for authors. By readers, for readers.

Somewhere out there, past the algorithm wars and the black holes of social media, past the paywalls and the platforms that don’t quite get what it’s like to be an author—there’s Novelizing and Immersive Ink.

Not a replacement for other sites. Not some grand publishing overlord. Just a smoother, author-first platform where you can write, connect, grow your audience, and maybe even make a little gold along the way.

This site is in beta testing now and we are rapidly adding new features. Monetization is getting closer to being ready for the beta tester and early users.

Coming Soon to Novelizing

We’re still in beta, but some big features are just around the corner. Here’s what’s coming soon:

Comments & Reviews – Leave feedback, discuss chapters with other readers, and engage with authors in a way that actually builds community instead of tearing people down.

Our Ranking and Review System is designed to actually benefit both readers and authors. No more drive-by 1-stars from people who read half a chapter. No more trolls tanking good stories just because they can.

Instead, rankings will highlight great stories while giving authors actionable feedback to grow and improve. Readers get honest, helpful reviews. Writers get meaningful insights, not just a random number slapped on their work.

Monetization Tools – ****Novelizing’s monetization system is being built with authors in mind, offering multiple ways to earn while keeping things fair and community-driven.

We’re rolling out a three-tiered approach to content and revenue:

  1. Free Content – Readable by all, building your audience and engagement.

  2. Membership Paid Content – Available to site-wide paying members, with revenue shared based on reader engagement.

  3. Author Patron/Sponsor Content – Directly supported by your readers, offering exclusive perks, super early chapters, or exra behind-the-scenes content.

Current Payment Model Planned:

  • Revenue Share Based on Reader Engagement – The more engaged your readers are, the bigger your share.

  • Ad Revenue Split – We’re running site-wide ads and sharing the profits directly with authors.

  • Membership Revenue Split – A portion of every paid membership goes to supporting the stories readers love most for monetized authors.

  • Direct Sponsorships & Tips – Fans can sponsor individual authors for extra perks or send direct tips as a bonus.

This system lets us leverage the community for bigger earnings while giving authors more control over their income.

Inklight and Featured Stories – We’re here to help great stories get discovered and connect writers with their ideal audience.

Our ranking and review system is built to be fair, transparent, and community-driven—constantly evolving with your feedback.

We want every author, new or established, to have a real shot at growing their readership, without worrying about popularity contests or algorithm exploits. The system is easy to understand, hard to game, and designed to highlight quality storytelling—not just who shouts the loudest.

Bookshelves & Custom Ranking Lists / Follow Stories, Authors AND Readers! – Keep track of your favorite stories, follow them effortlessly, and organize them your way.

Keep track of your favorite stories with standard and custom bookshelves designed for effortless organization. Built-in lists like TBR, Dropped, Favorites, and Ranked (E to S-Tier) make it easy to manage your reads. Custom shelves will let you create personalized lists—whether it’s "Top 10 Books That Destroyed Me Emotionally" or "Cozy Reads for Rainy Days."

But Novelizing is more than just storage for books—it’s about engagement. Follow stories and authors to stay updated, leave comments and reactions to spark discussions, and rank and review books in a way that actually highlights great stories and helps authors improve. We’re creating a reader-driven space where book lovers can connect, share, and celebrate storytelling.

Blog & Author Features: A Spotlight on Storytellers – Novelizing is about celebrating authors and their journeys.

Our blog will showcase everything from interviews with writers, deep dives into storytelling techniques, and industry insights, to behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming books.

Expect candid conversations, creative process breakdowns, and maybe even some wild stories about what really goes on behind the keyboard. Writing advice, inspiration, and a chance to discover your next favorite author.

A few other features in the works –

Easy Content Uploading – Google Docs, Scrivener, and Obsidian integrations because no one should have to copy-paste 500 chapters by hand. We actually have some of this implemented already.

Story & Author Rankings – Front page will get updated with story categories and featured sections. See what’s trending, explore ranking categories, and get your work in front of more readers based on engagement.

Author Notes & Branding – Add personal messages before and after chapters, sign off with a signature, and make your presence known beyond just your book’s title.

Web Notifications – Stay in the loop without checking the site every five minutes. Get updates when new chapters are posted, someone replies to your comment, or when an author you follow makes an announcement.

Reader Customization – Change font sizes, switch themes, and adjust your reading experience for maximum comfort.

Text-to-Speech – Self-explanatory.

Better Analytics – Track your story’s performance, see where readers are dropping off, and use real data to grow your audience.

This is a place for writers and readers who actually want to be here. No drama. No nonsense. Just great storytelling, great conversations, and a platform built with the same mindset that made Immersive Ink what it is today:

A rising tide lifts all boats. And we’re here to build the harbor.

Want in? Join the beta. Help us shape the future. Or just come hang out and watch it all unfold.

Hop into the chaos at Immersive Ink .

Check out our Community Guidelines and our Site Roadmap.