Definition: Wattpad

A publishing platform for writers. Launched in 2006, Wattpad is a digital venue where millions of people read thousands of fiction and non-fiction stories created by amateur writers. People read Wattpad content on computers and mobile devices, and Annual Watty Awards recognize the most popular novels. Wattpad's website, as well as guides written by contributors, help new writers get started, stay motivated and become popular on the platform. Wattpad also has alliances with major book publishers. In 2021, Wattpad was acquired by Naver Corporation, the South Korean search engine and Web portal.