Frequently Asked Questions:

• How does The Story Collector process work?

       You can use The Story Collector process in 2 ways:

1. Listen to real stories told by real people.  Navigate to the Listen page, select a story by clicking on the title.  Your computer should automatically open a media program which will begin playing the story.

2. Tell your own story for possible inclusion in The Story Collector's Library.
    a. First, visit the Home page for story ideas.
    b. Then, go to the Story Tips page for some suggestions on developing your story.
    c. Finally, go to the Submit page, review the terms, and tell your story.
Recording is as simple as making a phone call to a toll-free number.

• How much does it cost?  Or conversely, how much do you pay me for my story?

At the present time, The Story Collector neither charges for any service nor does it pay contributors for their stories.

• Can I submit a story anonymously?

Yes.  When you submit your story, we ask for your name, your city and state, and a means of contacting you.  Note that we will not sell or otherwise share your name and email information with anyone.
If you wish to remain anonymous on our web site, please indicate your wish at the beginning of your story.  If your story is selected, only the word "anonymous" will appear by your story title.

• How many stories can I submit?

You may submit as many stories as you'd like.  At some point in the near future, The Story Collector will offer a new service which will make it possible for those who submit multiple stories to obtain a CD recording of those stories for a nominal fee.  Watch your email for an announcement inaugurating this new service.

• What if I change my mind, after you publish my story to the web site?

If, after your story has already been published on the web site, you decide you no longer want it to be there, please contact us at info@TheStoryCollector.com and we'll remove it.

• What if someone hears my story and wants to contact me?

Any personal information we collect from you is considered private.  The Story Collector will not divulge your contact information to anyone, ever.

• Will you edit my recorded or written story?

Possibly.  While we make every effort to keep your story intact, the way you told it, there may be times when there's a long silence, or a sneeze or a cough.  We'll try to "clean up" your recording by removing those distractions.  Also, while we are not prudish about it, we prefer that you not use excessive foul language.  Doing so may result in rejection of your story.

• What if I hear a story that offends me?

If you listen to one of our stories and are strongly offended by it, please contact us at info@TheStoryCollector.com.  We pride ourselves on a providing a safe place for people to visit and hear true-life stories without offensive content.