Exploring Simily: A Promising Alternative to Medium for Writers
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Simily
If you’re a writer seeking a fresh platform to share your work and earn income, Simily might just be what you’re looking for. This relatively new alternative to Medium offers exciting possibilities for both fiction and non-fiction authors.
I recently started my journey on Medium and have enjoyed the flexibility it provides, allowing me to share my articles across various platforms, including my personal blog. Today marks my first day using Simily, and I plan to explore its features over the next month by committing to publish at least one story daily. After this trial period, I will share my findings with you. As noted by Kristina God, this blogging platform holds significant potential.
Section 1.1: What is Simily?
Simily is a novel writing platform akin to Medium, designed for authors to publish their stories using its built-in editor. You can also draft your content in applications like Word or Google Docs and simply paste it into the Simily editor.
Subsection 1.1.1: How Much Can You Earn?
Earnings on Simily can be a point of curiosity. Unlike Medium, which requires a minimum of 100 followers to start earning, Simily allows you to publish immediately upon joining. Its earning structure is quite transparent, as illustrated below.
Section 1.2: Joining Simily
Getting started on Simily is a breeze. You only need an email address. Visit simily.co, their official website, to begin. Upon arrival, you will encounter an intuitive interface.
Chapter 2: Subscription Details and Benefits
To join Simily at no cost, use the code NEWFRIENDS338, which I received from Kristina God (note: this is not an affiliate link). While similar to Medium, Simily does have a monthly subscription priced at $6.99, but the code grants you your first month free.
The first video titled "The BEST Writing Platform to Make MONEY and Build an Audience in 2024" discusses various platforms for aspiring writers. It's a must-watch for anyone considering where to publish their work.
Section 2.1: Reasons to Join Simily
Here are my top six reasons to recommend Simily:
- User-Friendly Interface: It’s incredibly easy to join and publish stories in minutes, especially if you choose to repost content from Medium.
- Multi-Platform Publishing: You can share the same story across different platforms without restrictions, allowing for broader audience reach.
- Unique Reading Views Earnings: Simily compensates you based on unique views, similar to Vocal or Medium.
- Flexible Payment Options: If you lack Stripe access in your region, fear not—Simily supports PayPal.
- Expanding Audience for Readers: Originally focused on fiction, Simily now welcomes non-fiction writers, making it a diverse reading platform.
- Community Growth: I've noticed rapid growth in my follower count, gaining six followers after publishing just one story.
As I learned from fellow Medium writer Burk, many authors are already sharing their work on Simily, including Edina Abena Jackson, who is also engaging in the 30-day challenge.
The second video, "The 5 BEST Writing Platforms that Pay Beginners," offers insights into various platforms, including Simily, making it a valuable resource for new writers.
Key Takeaways
Simily is rapidly gaining traction, and I urge you to join before they potentially alter their rules regarding follower requirements for their partner program. As the saying goes:
"The early bird catches the worm."
— William Camden
Wishing you all the best in your writing endeavors! Feel free to reach out with any questions about the Simily platform in the comments. Thank you for reading!