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However, because ASSTR has been maintained by volunteers and has faced server crashes and domain renewals scares (most notably in 2021), it is not as shiny as modern platforms. Yet for the discerning writer of erotic fiction, it remains essential.
Welcome to ASSTR (Alt.Sex.Stories.Text.Repository), one of the oldest and most expansive archives for erotic literature on the web. If you're a new author looking to share your work, this guide will help you navigate the submission process and find your place in the community. Getting Started as an Author asstr.org new authors
Before you dive in, understand the platform's unique appeal: However, because ASSTR has been maintained by volunteers
Joining the list of new authors involves navigating a traditional submission process. Historically, the site has been linked to Usenet newsgroups, where stories were shared and then archived into personal directories. Once a writer's work is accepted, they are typically given a dedicated space within the repository, allowing a centralized location for their entire bibliography to be accessed by readers over time. If you're a new author looking to share
The repository is primarily a text-based archive. To host your stories here, you’ll typically need to set up an account or submit through the automated systems.
: While ASSTR is incredibly stable, it’s always wise to keep your own copies of everything you submit.
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