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Sponsored by Jared (JPS)

A Hack Club YSWS for people who love storytelling and web development.

Club Submission Individual Submission

What is Bestsellr?

Bestsellr is a YSWS where you write a short 1–2 page story, build a cool webpage for it using HTML & CSS, and create your own downloadable e-book so others can actually read it. Ship your project and get cool book-themed prizes.

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The Process

Write Story

Write your story

Code Website

Code a webpage for it

Ship Project

Ship your story and webpage

Rewards

Get cool rewards

Requirements

For Clubs

  • Must work on the project for at least 1 hour
  • Story should atleast be 300 words
  • No Hackatime recording required
  • Must include a book cover design and a link to read your story
  • Should write a good README
  • Optional: Track progress with Hackatime to follow individual submission guidelines
  • Should not use AI

For Individuals

  • Must work on the project for at least 1 hour
  • Must be between 13–18 years old (inclusive)
  • Identity must be verified using Hack Club Auth
  • Must submit Hackatime or Hack Club Lapse to verify your progress
  • Should not use AI

FAQ's

Who can participate in Bestsellr?

Anyone aged 13–18 (inclusive) can participate. No prior experience is required.

If I am new to programming, can I get guidance?

Yep! You will get beginner-friendly guidance where we build a sample webpage together using basic HTML and CSS.

Can I use AI to write my story?

Nope! We encourage completely human-written, original, and creative stories.

Do I need to record progress using Hackatime?

If your submitting individually then Yes! You should submit Hackatime or Hack Club Lapse recorded project to verify your work.

Have more questions?

Head to #bestsellr channel in Slack and ask your question. Someone will eventually get it answered.