A lot of you guys have been asking about how to gain reads, readers and feedback on your stories.  So, here's a handy quick guide to help you out!

Find A Critic- This thread is very useful, I usually hire three at a time when I need feedback on my story and I try and get the critics with different ages and reading styles because I like to see variety in their comments and that has proved useful. Some have payments such as a follow, others will do the job for free.

Book Clubs- There are lots of them running which cater for writers needs. You need to pick the one that stands out to you, one that looks well organized and is highly recommended. Gain readers and feedback this way.

Enter contests- Contests are a great way to get yourself out there and test your writing skills, even if you don't win, you are still bound to get readers.

Social Media- Twitter, Facebook, Instagram. You name it. Promote often, keep your fans informed about your writing.

The Café Club- A great place to simply chill out and make some new friends. Who knows? They might even read your stories :)

If you can make covers- If you can design book covers and banners, that's a great way to get your name out there! If people like your designs, most likely they will follow you and recommend you to others. Storywise, they will stop on by and take a read if you charge some sort of payment such as read and comment on Chapter One.

Help others with questions- If you have a knack of creating story blurbs, titles or just simply being helpful in general, use those to your advantage as you can meet new people that way!

Stay Active, Update Regularly,  Always Respond To Your Readers- The three main points that you should follow.

Any more tips you would like to share? Comment them down below :)