Reginaldo Osnildo
Want people to read your stories? Learn how to start growing a writing audience online—without needing a platform, a blog, or a big following.
Hey hey, it’s Reginaldo Osnildo—And if you’ve written a story (or even part of one), I know what comes next:
You want people to read it.To feel what you felt.To connect with your characters.To say, “Wow… I loved this.”
But then the doubt kicks in:
- “Who would even care?”
- “I don’t have followers.”
- “I’m not ready for a big audience.”
Good news? You don’t need a big audience.You just need to start with a small, real one.
Let’s talk about how to do that—gently, slowly, and on your terms.
Why Having Readers (Even Just a Few) Feels Amazing
When someone reads your work and responds—even with a simple “I liked that”—it does something powerful.
It reminds you:
- Your voice matters
- Your words connect
- You’re not writing into a void
And that? That’s motivation gold.
5 Ways to Start Growing a Writing Audience from Scratch
1. Pick One Platform to Start
Choose one space where you’ll share consistently. Some great beginner-friendly ones:
- Substack
- Medium
- Wattpad
- Facebook Groups
(share story snippets, quotes, behind-the-scenes)
(create a free newsletter)
(publish full stories or writing reflections)
(ideal for serialized fiction)
(join reader/writer communities)
You don’t need to be everywhere. Just pick one and show up there.
2. Share Short, Repeatable Content
Start with:
- A weekly short story (even 300 words!)
- A quote from your WIP (Work In Progress)
- A writing prompt + your answer
- A “writer thought of the day”
Consistency beats complexity. Show up. Share something simple. Repeat.
3. Be Honest and Human
You don’t need to be polished or “professional.”Be real. Share your writing journey. Talk about:
- Why you write
- What you’re learning
- What excites or scares you about storytelling
People connect with people.
4. Engage With Other Writers
Follow other beginners. Leave kind comments. Share someone else’s post.
Support builds community. And community builds readers.
5. Start a Free Newsletter (Optional but Powerful)
Using a tool like Substack or Beehiiv, you can create a simple email list where people subscribe to get your stories or updates.
It feels personal—and it gives your writing a home.
One reader on your list is worth more than 100 likes.
✍️ Mini Exercise: Define Your “First 5”
Write down:
- The one platform you’ll start with
- What kind of post you’ll share (weekly story, quote, prompt?)
- The 5 people you’ll invite to read it first (friends? writing peers?)
Start there. Let it grow naturally. No pressure. Just presence.
🎁 Want to Write Stories You’re Proud to Share?
If you’re ready to write with more confidence—and finally put your work out there—this beginner-friendly guide will help you get there:
👉 The Basics of Creative Writing for Those Who Have Never Written Short Stories or Novels
Inside, you’ll get:
- Step-by-step guidance to write your first short story
- Confidence-boosting tips for sharing your work
- Creative prompts to keep your momentum going
- Real tools to help you write, finish, and connect with readers
You don’t need to be famous. You don’t need to be flawless.You just need to start—and let your writing speak.
Your first audience is waiting.
See you in the next article!
— Reginaldo Osnildo