r/FictionWriting is a subreddit with 29k members. The community frequently discusses fiction, story, writing, chapter, and feedback, and the most common flair used is short story, science fiction, discussion, advice, and critique.
If you're writing fiction, whether it be flash fiction, short stories, novellas, novel, epics, screenplays, poetry, or even something like writing for a videogame then this subreddit is for you. Join us, ask your questions, share your knowledge, and use us to have a look at your work.
Popular Topics in r/FictionWriting
#1
Fiction
143 posts
#2
Story
99 posts
#3
Writing
91 posts
#4
Chapter
47 posts
#5
Feedback
41 posts
#6
Short Story
33 posts
#7
Character
31 posts
#8
Horror
28 posts
#9
Novel
26 posts
#10
Main
23 posts
Flair Used in r/FictionWriting
#1
Short Story
: "Catch of The Day - Part 1 of 2 : Barrow's Reach"
11 posts
#2
Science Fiction
: "Violet Odyssey- Chapter 2"
10 posts
#3
Discussion
: "What is your pet peeve about writing ?"
9 posts
#4
Advice
: "Advice on writing a plot twist that place out like a "sherri papini" in a national park?"
8 posts
#5
Critique
: "chapter 1 of a concept I’m trying out. [956 words]"
5 posts
#6
Fantasy
: "How to Tell If Your House Has a Childlike House Spirit That Brings Good Luck (A Japanese Folktale)"
3 posts
#7
Worldbuilding
: "Cruise to Nowhere - Chapter 2"
3 posts
#8
Novel
: "Looking for fanfic to draw scenes for free!"
2 posts
#9
Characters
: "Potential disorders that affect this AU character's behavior?"
2 posts
#10
New Release
: ""Bloodlines do not excuse the corruption, the forearms chains do not negotiate.""
1 post
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Last updated: July 7, 2026