Post by bigworldnetwork on Aug 16, 2011 19:00:02 GMT -5
BigWorldNetwork.com, a web and mobile presence that offers literature in an exciting format is seeking series writers. BigWorldNetwork.com is like television in book form, featuring weekly fiction and non fiction series in episodic format, engaging readers and keeping them coming back for more.
Initial contract is for one season, comprising 12 episodes published at one a week (there are two seasons per year for series that are renewed). Each series episode should be between 3 and 7 pages in length, but there is some flexibility depending on the series.
We are seeking the following fiction series: SciFi, Romance, Drama, Comedy, Adventure, Teenage Themed and Child Themed. There should be a continuing theme or set of characters, but each episode should be somewhat self contained, much the same as a tv dramatic series episode. No erotica, but there is some freedom regarding adult themes and language. As a rule, consider the current television guidelines when writing and stay within your selected rating. tvguidelines.org
For non-fiction series we do not want ‘blogs’ or political commentary. Non-fiction series should be interview series, science or technology based or just about any topic that will be entertaining and/or educational. But we do shy away from politics and news type series.
First season contracts are standard and are for 12 episodes. If your series is renewed for additional seasons, the contract terms are negotiable. Writers will receive the following:
* 25% of all ad sales from the individual series pages. A statement will be mailed electronically each month detailing clicks and revenue generated from your series.
* Each writer will have a by-line on your main series page. This will give readers and outside publishers information you choose to share about yourself.
* Writers will have links (active or passive) to their personal blogs, websites, or sales venue for published books and other material at the discretion of BigWorldNetwork.com.
* An email address will be assigned to each writer on the series home page. ie your.name@bigworldnetwork.com for readers to contact the writer. We do not have any requirements or mandates for responses at this time. It is for the writers benefit only. It can be linked to a personal email account that is not listed if you desire.
* Selected higher rated series may be optioned for publication as anthologies in paper and or eBook form under the BigWorldNetwork.com publishing banner. Paper and eBook publications will be a separate contract. We only ask that we have first right of refusal.
* All writers retain 100% copyright of their material.
* Residual revenue after the series will continue at 25% for the length of time that the series remains available on the website and other media for up to two years AFTER the date the series is canceled and the final episode is posted.
* BigWorldNetwork.com’s first season contract includes the publishing of writers material on mobile and tablet platforms. (This precludes stand-alone publications of eBooks or paper anthologies).
*BigWorldNetwork.com’s contract includes the option for an audio version of each episode to be available on the website and other platforms. In certain examples, the writer may be invited to narrate their episodes, but only at the discretion of BigWorldNetwork.com.
We encourage our writers to be creative and we offer a supportive environment for showcasing your work to the world. Consider your audience and provide entertaining episodes that keep the reader returning for more.
Submissions: We require one completed episode as well as a short summary of your series content. Submissions can be emailed to editor@bigworldnetwork.com as an attachment in PDF, Word or Pages format, but MUST include in your email an active link to the industry standard submission agreement. Example: I agree to the BigWorldNetwork Release Agreement Version 1.* at this location bigworldnetwork.com/agreementv1.pdf In some cases if it is unclear where your series is ‘going’, we may request a second episode for submission at the discretion of the editor.
Check out our website at BigWorldNetwork.com, but keep in mind there are almost daily changes and there will be a new design changes to provide a clean and attractive user interface before our launch this fall.
As we begin to select first season series, some genres are being filled and will be limited to maintain a balanced selection for our readers. We suggest (but do not require) emailing the editor with the type of genre you are planning on submitting, and we will let you know if we are no longer seeking additional series in that category (at this time).
Finally, BigWorldNetwork.com is the first of it’s kind, and we are offering our writers a little more freedom in format with submissions, particularly as we learn what works and what doesn’t for our readers. We are all part of something exciting and those selected with be ‘trail blazers’ for those that follow.
Have fun creating your series and enjoy writing for this exciting format, expressing yourself as a writer and showcasing your talents. Good luck and we look forward to your submissions! Questions can be directed to: editor@bigworldnetwork.com
Initial contract is for one season, comprising 12 episodes published at one a week (there are two seasons per year for series that are renewed). Each series episode should be between 3 and 7 pages in length, but there is some flexibility depending on the series.
We are seeking the following fiction series: SciFi, Romance, Drama, Comedy, Adventure, Teenage Themed and Child Themed. There should be a continuing theme or set of characters, but each episode should be somewhat self contained, much the same as a tv dramatic series episode. No erotica, but there is some freedom regarding adult themes and language. As a rule, consider the current television guidelines when writing and stay within your selected rating. tvguidelines.org
For non-fiction series we do not want ‘blogs’ or political commentary. Non-fiction series should be interview series, science or technology based or just about any topic that will be entertaining and/or educational. But we do shy away from politics and news type series.
First season contracts are standard and are for 12 episodes. If your series is renewed for additional seasons, the contract terms are negotiable. Writers will receive the following:
* 25% of all ad sales from the individual series pages. A statement will be mailed electronically each month detailing clicks and revenue generated from your series.
* Each writer will have a by-line on your main series page. This will give readers and outside publishers information you choose to share about yourself.
* Writers will have links (active or passive) to their personal blogs, websites, or sales venue for published books and other material at the discretion of BigWorldNetwork.com.
* An email address will be assigned to each writer on the series home page. ie your.name@bigworldnetwork.com for readers to contact the writer. We do not have any requirements or mandates for responses at this time. It is for the writers benefit only. It can be linked to a personal email account that is not listed if you desire.
* Selected higher rated series may be optioned for publication as anthologies in paper and or eBook form under the BigWorldNetwork.com publishing banner. Paper and eBook publications will be a separate contract. We only ask that we have first right of refusal.
* All writers retain 100% copyright of their material.
* Residual revenue after the series will continue at 25% for the length of time that the series remains available on the website and other media for up to two years AFTER the date the series is canceled and the final episode is posted.
* BigWorldNetwork.com’s first season contract includes the publishing of writers material on mobile and tablet platforms. (This precludes stand-alone publications of eBooks or paper anthologies).
*BigWorldNetwork.com’s contract includes the option for an audio version of each episode to be available on the website and other platforms. In certain examples, the writer may be invited to narrate their episodes, but only at the discretion of BigWorldNetwork.com.
We encourage our writers to be creative and we offer a supportive environment for showcasing your work to the world. Consider your audience and provide entertaining episodes that keep the reader returning for more.
Submissions: We require one completed episode as well as a short summary of your series content. Submissions can be emailed to editor@bigworldnetwork.com as an attachment in PDF, Word or Pages format, but MUST include in your email an active link to the industry standard submission agreement. Example: I agree to the BigWorldNetwork Release Agreement Version 1.* at this location bigworldnetwork.com/agreementv1.pdf In some cases if it is unclear where your series is ‘going’, we may request a second episode for submission at the discretion of the editor.
Check out our website at BigWorldNetwork.com, but keep in mind there are almost daily changes and there will be a new design changes to provide a clean and attractive user interface before our launch this fall.
As we begin to select first season series, some genres are being filled and will be limited to maintain a balanced selection for our readers. We suggest (but do not require) emailing the editor with the type of genre you are planning on submitting, and we will let you know if we are no longer seeking additional series in that category (at this time).
Finally, BigWorldNetwork.com is the first of it’s kind, and we are offering our writers a little more freedom in format with submissions, particularly as we learn what works and what doesn’t for our readers. We are all part of something exciting and those selected with be ‘trail blazers’ for those that follow.
Have fun creating your series and enjoy writing for this exciting format, expressing yourself as a writer and showcasing your talents. Good luck and we look forward to your submissions! Questions can be directed to: editor@bigworldnetwork.com
