How would I get my idea started?

Business Forum

Startup Business Basics

Grab Bag

How would I get my idea started?

New Topic

Post Reply

Follow Topic

Page of 1

Author
Message

JBenray

posts: 5

Jul 05, 2009 6:51 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

I`m kind of in a rut. I guess you could say that I`m having an infomation overload. Over the past few months I have been learning different things here and there, but I don`t know where to start to get my buisness rolling.

The Idea:

Create a fictional world to build a series of books off of.

The Spin:

I only intend to build this as a platform for other writers who need a structure for their stories. I create the creatures, races, religions, environments, etc while other writers fill in the blanks as they see fit, as long as all the stories follow.

Primary Media:

Internet

Fields of expansion:

I can use this idea to expand into several entertainment fields(Anime,online gaming and paperback books(or e-books nowadays) )

Issues:

Where do I start and how would I procede? I would think I have to form a company (LLC ) first? If so, what field would it be in and how would I check if the name is taken? I live in NY and any links or information would be helpful, thanks!

NorthCountryDesign

posts: 103

Jul 05, 2009 10:48 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

For starters go to your local county clerk in NY and register your business as a DBA.

Secure the URL you want through GoDaddy (or some other url registration site) and let me know when you`re ready to get a logo designed for your new venture!

Side note - I think I`d be interested in contributing to your business. Perhaps have a series of guest writers that help build traffic on your site? Dunno ... :)

CraigL

posts: 9051

Jul 07, 2009 3:14 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

Could you perhaps use some sort of Wiki software? You would have your overall guidelines for "the world," then allow people to write to the parts that they`re interested in. Maybe?

kes1

posts: 2

Aug 12, 2009 7:08 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

Answer the question. Who is my market/audience? What pain do they have? What do I know, what can I do to help? That will drive product develoment.

CraigL

posts: 9051

Aug 13, 2009 5:09 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

Or.....what dreams do they have that seem impossible? What can I do to help them actualize those dreams?

dole

posts: 12

Aug 18, 2009 2:45 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

Like some others have suggested, I would have started with a wiki or just a blog perhaps where you can create those characters. If you like, you can create wikis at a site such as www.wikia.com. If you want to keep this in a private area, I think they do allow private wikis. You will still have to seed your content with graphics et al. If you dont want to do it yourself, you may want to hire a designer. If you want, you can use freelancers and sites such as www.elance.com. That should get you started. You need to incorporate only when you start entering into contracts of any kind. Remember that even if you dont sign an explicit contract with anyone, posting information on the Internet may expose you to copyright laws. In such case too, you may want to incorporate before you start. Its upto your business activities.

As for your questions, you may need to contact your appropriate business registration authorities. I am not an accountant or a lawyer and am based in Illlinois, so i dont know much about NY. Wish you luck.

Best,

Sachin Dole

byrneof01

posts: 230

Aug 25, 2009 1:17 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

You should build a beta as soon as possible. However, the key is to keep your eyes open and make incremental improvments. Everything becomes clearer when real people start using your application.

wer2chosen

posts: 16

Sep 16, 2009 12:42 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

One thing you could do that may help you make some revenue quicker is to publish your world in a form compatible with role playing games. You can do the publishing through a company like Lulu. Game rules are actually not copy-writeable, so making a resource for dungeon masters of the game dungeons and dragons is legal and the larger companies even have resources to help you out.

You will need some flavor text, but you could hire that through writers here or on eLance.

Email me through the site and I will get you some samples of others who have done it. Once you sell it through this medium, you will find that many people may want to create other content off of your world. If you wanted to do it on a decent scale, you coudl build a website, get your own ISBN and start a small publishing company. In teh gaming world you will not get rich, but it is a good stepping stone if your world is decent.

-------------------------

Blarvin

posts: 8

Nov 15, 2009 1:53 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

Points: 0 Vote

It does sound like a good invention. Keep going.

Page of 1

Post Reply

Keep the Community Clean!

StartupNation forums should be used as a platform to learn, educate others, share stories, tips & tricks and to provide constructive feedback.
Please do not use the Forums for advertising & blatant self-promotion.
Please be respectful to other members and refrain from personal attacks and vulgar language.
StartupNation reserves the right to delete any message, reply, and/or member who violates our terms of use.

Read full terms of use

Contact Us Privacy Terms of Use Become a Marketplace Provider Advertise Local Guides Site Map Home Business Start a Business

Business Forum

Forums: Discussions for entrepreneurs and small business.

How would I get my idea started?

Keep the Community Clean!