Curated Collection of Engaging Stories for Avid Readers
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Curated Stories
Dear Readers and Writers,
We are delighted to present another collection of captivating stories curated for your weekend enjoyment. This compilation features a variety of topics, catering to the interests of our diverse audience. Your support for our contributors is greatly appreciated, and we invite you to explore the profiles of our new writers featured at the end of this bulletin. Engaging with their work enriches the Medium community, fostering collaboration and joy among both writers and readers.
Integrated Publications, including ILLUMINATION, welcome writers of all levels, from novices to seasoned authors. With over 26,000 contributors, we are committed to providing a platform for sharing stories that resonate with readers.
Our doors remain open for all ethical writers, allowing you to join or leave at your convenience. Our mission is to offer a space for you to showcase your narratives. Thank you for being a valued member of our writing and reading community.
If you missed our last collection, you can find it through the attached link.
ILLUMINATION Amplifiers have released a new collection, which we believe contains valuable insights for you.
If you haven't seen ILLUMINATION's prior collections, here are the last three we published this month: #168, #167, #166.
Update on the Lampshade of Illumination
We have established conduct guidelines for the Lampshade of Illumination. If you utilize AI tools for writing and editing, the following article will be useful. Please review it before submitting your stories to our new publication.
Publishing and Conduct Guidelines for the Lampshade of ILLUMINATION
We also encourage you to familiarize yourself with our AI-generated content policy, particularly if you are using AI software. Our readers prefer human-generated content, which is why we created the Lampshade of Illumination to support writers exploring AI tools.
If you are interested in contributing to this new publication, please submit your Medium ID by commenting "Please add me to Lampshade" on our writer registration form. All publication rules apply, so be sure to review the onboarding pack, especially the photo handling policy.
ILLUMINATION Gaming and ILLUMINATION Videos and Podcasts
Aiden, our lead editor, has curated collections of exceptional stories for our new publications, ILLUMINATION Gaming and ILLUMINATION Videos and Podcasts. He believes you will find engaging and informative pieces within these collections.
Celebrating Illumination's Third Anniversary
Recently, we celebrated the third anniversary of Illumination, founded by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz on March 19, 2020. Aiden compiled notable stories for us and created a short YouTube video to commemorate the occasion.
ILLUMINATION-Curators have assembled engaging and informative stories from our unique publication, ILLUMINATION-Curated, supporting established writers.
Our goal with these collections is to provide readers with a variety of options and assist writers in expanding their audiences by connecting them with enthusiastic readers on Medium and beyond.
Featured Articles and Collections
We have shared numerous hand-picked articles this year, including:
- Hand-Picked Articles #190
- Hand-Picked Articles #191
- Hand-Picked Articles #192
- Hand-Picked Articles #193
- Hand-Picked Articles #194
Additionally, we have released 25 collections this year, showcasing the talents of various editors.
We invite you to explore the first editorial bulletin of ILLUMINATION Videos and Podcasts, as well as 10 Inspiring Stories from the Illumination Gaming Publication.
For new contributors, our publications support writers at all stages, from beginners to seasoned professionals, fostering collaboration and synergy on this platform. New writers can enhance their skills by learning from experienced authors.
We maintain a strict policy against defamation, discrimination, and hate speech, and we have zero tolerance for plagiarism within ILLUMINATION.
Interviews and Featured Stories
Dr. Mehmet Yildiz has conducted interviews with several top writers, including a recent session with John D. Leavy, a best-selling author. You can find other interviews with Dr. Yogesh Haribhau Kulkarni, Raymond M.E. Aguirre, and Hakima TANTRIKA in our collection.
If you are a regular writer seeking to be featured or interviewed, please reach out to our chief editor via our Slack workspace.
New Writer Communication
In response to reader feedback, we have added introductions for new writers and articles related to writing at the end of this collection. This serves as a communication tool for both readers and writers. New writers should review the "Master Copy: Onboarding New Writers" for essential information.
Some writers have not included their Medium IDs, which has made it difficult for us to locate them. Please reapply, or when invited to Slack, contact our chief editor, Dr. Mehmet Yildiz, to gain access to publications.
ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications encompass a variety of platforms, including:
- ILLUMINATION
- ILLUMINATION-Curated
- ILLUMINATION's Mirror
- ILLUMINATION Book Chapters
- Technology Hits
- SYNERGY
- Readers Hope
- Illumination on YouTube
- Illumination Gaming
- Lampshade of Illumination
- ILLUMINATION's Blog
- EUPHORIA (personal publication of our chief editor)
Readers can easily search for their favorite writers using the Ctrl+F key or the search tool in their browser.
Featured Stories from ILLUMINATION Today
Here are some highlighted articles you won't want to miss:
- "The Brain Needs 3 Types of Rest" by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz
- "What I Learned Working in Finance for Over a Decade" by Tim Denning
- "Nonattachment: The Big Kahuna of Spirituality" by David Gerken
- "5 Questions to Help You Discover What You Truly Desire" by Ayodeji Awosika
- "An Interview with Medium's New CEO" by Sinem Günel
We appreciate your support and encourage you to explore the engaging stories of our contributors.