What Makes a Great Wattpad Bestseller

Today, the fiction giant, Wattpad is widely commended as the site that is changing the rules of publishing. And, its huge success has been pinned to its unconventional stories about existing fictional universes and real-life celebrities.

Dubbed as the modern world's literary agent, the platform has many "genre-busting" bestsellers, including Jessica Cunsolo's She's With Me, which is a power-pack show of romance, thrill and the bond of friendship.

But, ever wondered what makes a great Wattpad bestseller? If yes, here are some of the things that don't let you stop reading until it's finished.

1. Great Emotional Hook

In the 21st century (particularly in the last 20 years), we have witnessed stories transition from conventional mediums to more modern forms. And today, we have discovered the ability to experience stories remotely, more than ever.

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Contemporary media like Wattpad is an enabler for creating inexpensive and distributable stories, which can be shared and retrieved digitally across multiple channels (such as websites, apps, etc.).

Wattpad intends to build a community with a voice, where it can hopefully inspire others with emotionally engaging thoughts, values, and meaning ¡ª stories.

2. Well Developed Characters

Wattpad wants to strike a balance between memorable but flawed characters. The stories on the platform have characters that have become forever etched in the minds of the readers.

From After's passionate lovebirds Tessa and Hardin to Nicole from Roommate's, these characters are relatable in the fact that they make mistakes and have certain qualities that readers can see in themselves or in friends.

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Characters are given depth with their imperfections, and that is what makes them realistic. Each character in these modern-day classics is going through a personal battle at some point that gives them room to grow by the end of the book or series.

It¡¯s this growth that has readers invested in their journey through diversity and obstacles. This investment keeps readers going through series, and following religiously.

3. Plot That Doesn¡¯t Quit

Bestselling books on Wattpad are more than just fate or luck; the authors have incorporated elements that absorb readers into the worlds that they have created. Their stories have real people, with real problems, that are to be resolved in such a short time.

During the period of time when you can't understand what the characters are doing and why the story makes you believe in the power of not giving up. Through the plot, it teaches you how it¡¯s absolutely essential not to quit.

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4. Sharp, Snappy Dialogue

Effective dialogue is important because it shows the character's personality, emotions, and actions. The reason why authors use sharp dialogues in their pieces of texts on Wattpad is to help the reader to get to know the character while also revealing the character's emotions and actions.

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Stories at the platform capture the essence of a real conversation by getting to the point quickly and that's the guiding value for a successful dialogue and therefore, a successful book.

(This story is a part of #StoryCollective, an Indiatimes and Wattpad initiative to encourage storytelling and provide a platform for this generation to meet in a story.)