Contributing Guide
Help build OpenFiction by adding and improving character data directly.
What you can contribute
Character appearances
Track where characters appear in each book - whether they're the point-of-view character, appear on page, or are just mentioned.
Life events
Record key moments like deaths, injuries, or transformations - anything that changes a character's situation in the story.
Physical attributes
Add details like eye colour, hair colour, height, and other physical descriptions with book references.
Relationships and more
Relationships between characters, group memberships, occupations, and abilities.
Adding Appearances
How to track where characters show up in each book and chapter.
Editing Data
How to edit existing entries, quality guidelines, and the review process.
Reputation & Trust
How contributing builds your standing and can lead to becoming a curator.
Can't find what you need?
If a book, series, or character isn't in OpenFiction yet, you can request it and we'll add it for you.
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