Freelance Prose Writer (Romance Web-Fiction) – $15-$30/chapter
Pepper Story is an international publishing studio working with a variety of serialized fiction platforms, including GoodNovel, AlphaNovel, Dreame, iReader.
We’re looking for writers interested in creating serialized romance fiction for online reading platforms.
This is a freelance, project-based position.
Writer’s Benefit:
- Compensation: $15-$30 per chapter (depending on writing quality, experience, and project requirements)
- Performance bonuses based on story performance on publishing platforms
- Long-term collaboration opportunities
- Detailed chapter outlines, story guide, and ongoing writing guidance will be provided for all projects.
Writer’s Requirements:
- Ability to write a minimum of 10 chapters per week (1200-1500 words per chapter) based on a structured outline
- Strong understanding of pacing, emotional tension, and reader engagement
- Ability to write concise, impactful dialogue and compelling cliffhangers.
- Comfortable writing mature romance and intimate scenes
- Commitment not to use AI-generated content in assigned projects.
We are specifically looking for writers familiar with fast-paced, emotionally driven serialized romance fiction.
This position is generally NOT suitable for writers whose experience is in traditional slow-burn romance, literary fiction, thriller, suspense, horror, or other non-romance genres.
Writers with experience publishing or ghostwriting on web novel platforms such as GoodNovel, Dreame, AlphaNovel, iReader, Radish, and similar platforms are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
1. Attach your CV and a romance fiction writing sample (1200-1500 words) with your application.
(Please note that we are primarily evaluating a writer’s ability to create strong openings for serialized fiction. Ideally, the sample should be the opening chapter (or first 1,200–1,500 words) of a romance novel.)
Applications may also be sent directly to writers@pepperstory.com
Please note that applications without both a CV/resume and a writing sample cannot be considered.
2. Selected applicants will be invited to complete a paid trial chapter ($15). (Trial chapters remain the property of Pepper Story and may be used for evaluation purposes only.)
3. Writers whose trial chapters meet project requirements will be offered freelance contracts. Long-term chapter rates range from $15–$30 per chapter, depending on writing quality, project requirements, and performance.
Learn More About Us:
Website: https://pepperstory.com/
FB Page: @Aubrey Pepper Story
We look forward to working with you!
Further inquiry: please contact writers@pepperstory.com
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $300.00 – $600.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
- Creative writing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote