The Authentic Ink Society Guidelines
The Authentic Ink Society Guidelines
Welcome to our community of writers committed to authentic human creativity. To maintain a supportive, respectful environment for all members, please follow these guidelines:
Our Core Commitment
Authentic Writing Pledge
All shared work must be created without AI assistance for content generation
AI tools for editing, grammar checking, and technical assistance are acceptable
When sharing work, confirm it was created through authentic human effort
Respect and support fellow writers who share this commitment
Community Standards
Be Respectful and Supportive
Treat all members with kindness and respect
Offer constructive feedback that helps writers grow
Celebrate fellow writers' successes and milestones
Remember that writing is vulnerable work - handle with care
Stay On Topic
Keep discussions focused on writing, creativity, and our shared mission
Share writing challenges, successes, and authentic experiences
Ask questions and seek advice from fellow human writers
Discuss books, techniques, and the craft of writing
Constructive Engagement
Provide helpful, specific feedback when requested
Ask before offering critique on someone's work
Focus on the work, not personal attacks on the writer
Encourage growth and learning in a supportive manner
What We Don't Allow
Prohibited Content
Sharing or promoting AI-generated writing as your own work
Spam, self-promotion without community value, or off-topic posts
Harassment, bullying, or disrespectful behavior toward any member
Plagiarism or sharing work that isn't your own creation
Political discussions or debates of any kind - Immediate removal from Authentic Ink Society
Religious recruiting, preaching, or sermon-like content
Religious and Political Guidelines
No political discussions whatsoever - immediate removal from community
Religious topics only when directly relevant to writing projects or craft
Keep religious discussions friendly, respectful, and writing-focused
Avoid any content that feels like recruiting or preaching
Commercial Guidelines
No excessive self-promotion or sales pitches
Share your published work sparingly and with community context
Focus on community value rather than personal gain
Respect that this is a supportive space, not a marketplace
Sharing Your Work
When Posting Writing
Clearly indicate what type of feedback you're seeking
Specify if you want general impressions or detailed critique
Be open to constructive suggestions while maintaining your voice
Thank those who take time to read and respond
Giving Feedback
Be specific and actionable in your suggestions
Point out strengths as well as areas for improvement
Respect the writer's style and vision
Remember that all feedback should help the writer grow
Building Community
Connections
Welcome new members warmly
Share your writing journey and experiences
Ask questions and engage in meaningful discussions
Support fellow writers through challenges and celebrate victories
Maintain Privacy
Respect confidentiality of shared works in progress
Don't share others' work outside this community without permission
Be mindful of personal information shared in discussions
Consequences
First violation: Friendly reminder of community guidelines
Continued violations: Temporary suspension from community discussions
Serious or repeated violations: Removal from The Authentic Ink Society
Decisions made with fairness and community well-being in mind
Remember Our Mission
We're here to preserve and celebrate authentic human creativity in writing. Every interaction should reflect our commitment to genuine human expression, mutual support, and the belief that real writing comes from real human experience.