Become an Author
Lyon’s Lair is home for exceptional writing. If you write the kind of stories readers lose themselves in, we’d love to publish them here.
Earn from Rewarded Ads
Readers watch a short rewarded ad every 5% of the book. You share in the revenue while readers keep reading for free.
Free Samples Drive Discovery
Every book is free to read with no account required — readers just see closable ads while they read. That means more readers trying your work with zero friction.
Built-In Author Tools
Upload chapters, add cover art, edit metadata, and manage your books from a simple dashboard designed for writers, not engineers.
Reach Loyal Readers
Our audience comes for one thing: exceptional writing. Your book joins a curated catalog where quality matters more than marketing budget.
You Keep Your Rights
You own your work. We ask for a license to publish it on Lyon’s Lair, not ownership. Publish elsewhere, sell it, adapt it — it’s yours.
Vetted, Curated Catalog
Every author is reviewed before publishing. That keeps the catalog strong and helps readers trust that anything they open is worth their time.
What to Expect
Apply
Create an account and submit an application from your account page. Tell us a little about your book.
Get Reviewed
We read your sample chapters and check that the work fits our standards. Most applications are reviewed within a few days.
Publish
Once approved, you get access to the author dashboard. Add your book, upload chapters, set a cover, and hit publish.
Readers Discover You
Your book appears in browse, readers start reading for free, and the closable ads they see help fund your royalties.
Content Standards
We keep the catalog high-quality. Before applying, make sure your work fits the house style:
- Original fiction you wrote or have rights to publish
- No AI-generated manuscripts or wholesale AI narration
- Strong opening chapters that hook a reader quickly
- Proper spelling, grammar, and professional formatting
- No hate speech, explicit sexual content, or harassment
- Willingness to engage with reader feedback and edits
Ready to Share Your Story?
Apply now, and if we’re a good fit, you’ll be publishing on Lyon’s Lair within 30 days.
Check out our submission guidelines before you apply.
Become an Author