Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be a writer to be published? No, however, you must be a senior 55 years and older.

Is there a cost? No, it’s Free.

Will you help in writing my story? Yes, one of our staff will provide that service without cost.

What can I write about? Stories about your real-life experience: family, pets, special occasions, personal philosophies, humour, travel and more. (Not stories with a bias ie. politics.)

How many words do they have to be? Approximately 500 words/story.

Where do I send my stories? Please submit your stories using our secure form.
(One story at a time, please.)

DIARIES is published online 5 days a week.
An annual ANTHOLOGY will be published at no cost to the writers, containing the best selected stories of the year.

The writers will be paid a pro-rated 10% ROYALTY.
Readers are encouraged to comment on stories that they particularly enjoyed, which is always appreciated by the writers.

Do I have to be a subscriber to submit my story (ies)? No.