What is the Difference Between a Collection and a Series on AO3?
Learn the key differences between collections and series on AO3, including how they organize fan works and stories.
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Collections on AO3 are groupings of works often centered around a specific theme, event, or prompt challenge. Examples include works from a particular fandom event or stories with a common trope. Collections can be open for anyone to add works, or curated by the collection creator. On the other hand, a series is a set of related works created by an individual author (or authors) that are linked in a sequential order or share a common narrative universe. Series allow authors to organize their stories that continue from one work to another or are connected thematically.
FAQs & Answers
- Can multiple authors contribute to a collection on AO3? Yes, collections on AO3 can be open for anyone to add works or curated solely by the collection creator.
- Are series on AO3 always sequential stories? Typically, series on AO3 consist of related works connected by narrative order or thematic elements created by the same author or group.
- How do I add my work to a collection on AO3? To add your work to a collection, you can usually submit it through the collection page if it’s open to contributors or contact the collection curator if it's curated.