11/15/2024
Guide to Royal Road, the premier platform for fantasy, LitRPG, and progression fantasy web novels published serially with a vibrant reader and writer community
Royal Road: Home of Web Novels and Serials
Royal Road is a vibrant platform dedicated to web novels, fan fiction, and original stories with a particular focus on fantasy, LitRPG (Literary Role-Playing Game), and progression fantasy genres. It has become the premier destination for readers seeking serialized fiction published chapter by chapter.
Key Features
For Readers
- Free Serialized Fiction: Thousands of ongoing web novels updated regularly
- Advanced Filtering: Search by genre, tags, rating, and update frequency
- Reading Lists: Create personal libraries of favorite stories
- Notifications: Get alerts when stories you follow are updated
For Writers
- Author Tools: Statistics, scheduling, and chapter management
- Reader Engagement: Direct feedback through comments and ratings
- Monetization Options: Optional tip system and Patreon integration
Community Features
- Active Forums: Discuss stories, writing techniques, and genre trends
- Review System: Detailed critical reviews and simple ratings
- Achievement System: Gamified experience for both readers and writers
Popular Genres
- LitRPG: Stories incorporating game elements like stats, levels, and skills
- Progression Fantasy: Characters growing in power through training and effort
- Isekai: Characters transported to fantasy worlds
- Cultivation: Eastern-inspired stories about martial arts cultivation
- GameLit: Stories set in or involving game-like worlds
How to Get Started
- Browse: Explore trending or featured fiction without an account
- Create Account: Register to follow stories and engage with the community
- Find Stories: Use the filtering system to discover stories matching your interests
- Engage: Rate stories, leave reviews, and participate in chapter discussions
What Makes Royal Road Special
Royal Road has cultivated a unique ecosystem where authors can publish experimental, long-form serial fiction that often doesn't fit traditional publishing models. Many successful authors have used Royal Road as a launchpad before transitioning to professional publishing, with some stories amassing millions of views.
The platform's focus on progression fantasy and LitRPG makes it the definitive destination for these rapidly growing subgenres, attracting both readers and writers passionate about these innovative storytelling formats.