Dear Readers and Writers,

Today, we've gathered a collection that offers a glimpse into the captivating narratives featured in our publications. We sincerely appreciate your supportive feedback on our previous collection and the invaluable stories shared by our talented writers.

ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications is dedicated to supporting writers at all stages, from novices to seasoned professionals, all collaborating to captivate readers. We are grateful to have over 19,500 contributors who choose our platform to showcase their stories, bringing joy to our audience.

For those encountering this collection for the first time, we have recently established a policy on AI-generated content and launched a new publication aimed at assisting writers who use AI tools for content creation.

We encourage you to review this policy, as it is essential for writers utilizing AI software. AI-Generated Content Policy for ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium

Our readers prefer authentic narratives over AI-generated content. As a solution, we have created a new publication named the Lampshade of Illumination to support writers committed to using AI tools responsibly.

If you're interested in joining this new publication, please provide your Medium ID by commenting “Please add me to Lampshade” in our writer registration form. All existing publication rules apply, so we recommend reviewing the onboarding pack, particularly the photo handling policy.

We recently celebrated the 3rd anniversary of Illumination, founded by Dr. Mehmet Yildiz on March 19, 2020. Our editor Aiden has compiled some fantastic stories in a piece he authored, along with a brief YouTube video. My Tributes to Illumination’s 3rd Anniversary

ILLUMINATION Curators have compiled a selection of engaging and informative stories from our unique publication, ILLUMINATION-Curated, to support experienced writers. ILLUMINATION Reading Club #2: Curated articles from writers of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for dedicated readers.

Our aim in creating these collections is to provide readers with diverse options while assisting writers in expanding their audience by introducing them to engaged readers on Medium and beyond, all while delivering enjoyable stories.

Here is the latest collection from the ILLUMINATION Amplifiers.

Hand-Picked Articles — 2023 #28

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers.

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We've recently released our March newsletter, highlighting the remarkable stories of our inspiring writers. Well-crafted narratives consistently attract new readers to our publications. We amplify these stories by sharing them with relevant audiences across various platforms. More updates will follow next week.

In case you missed them, here are links to other collections:

Sample collections posted by ILLUMINATION main: - Curated Collection #138 - Curated Collection #137 - Curated Collection #136 - Curated Collection #133 - Curated Collection #132 - Curated Collection #131

Sample collections posted by ILLUMINATION-Curator: - ILLUMINATION Reading Club - Curated Book Chapters of Illumination #01 - Outstanding Stories — Volume 90 - Outstanding Stories — Volume 91

Sample collections posted by ILLUMINATION Amplifier: - Hand-Picked Articles #190 - Hand-Picked Articles #191 - Hand-Picked Articles #192 - Hand-Picked Articles #193 - Hand-Picked Articles #194

This year, our team has posted 25 collections, alongside other contributions from different editors: - First editorial bulletin of ILLUMINATION Videos and Podcasts publication - 10 Inspiring Stories Published on Illumination Gaming Publication - Tech Stories on Technology Hits #5 - Featured Stories from SYNERGY

For new contributors, our publications welcome writers of all levels, from the highly experienced to beginners, fostering collaboration and synergy on this platform.

Beginners can enhance their skills by learning from accomplished writers. We do not censor content, provided that your stories align with Medium's guidelines. Our policies include: - No Defamation, Discrimination, And Hate Speech Published - Zero tolerance to plagiarism on ILLUMINATION - Why Image Copyrights Matter for Writers and Editors

Dr. Mehmet Yildiz has conducted interviews with several prominent writers. The latest interview features John D. Leavy, a bestselling author. An Interview with John D. Leavy, Best-Selling Author

Here are the last three samples: - An Interview with Dr. Yogesh Haribhau Kulkarni, PhD - An Interview with Author, Raymond M.E. Aguirre - Here’s an Interview with Hakima TANTRIKA.

If you’re a regular contributor and wish to be featured or interviewed, please reach out to our chief editor on our Slack workspace.

Interviews with Writers of Medium

Featuring inspiring writers of ILLUMINATION.

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It appears Medium is planning to monetize external readership in 2023. Our editor Aiden (Illumination Gaming) has posted an insightful article and created a YouTube video titled "My Perspectives on the Possible Monetization of External Views on Medium." We hope this initiative comes to fruition in the upcoming year.

New Writer Communication

In response to reader feedback, we've added new writer introductions and writing-related articles to the end of the collection. This post serves as a communication tool for both readers and writers. A vital requirement for new writers is to review Master Copy: Onboarding New Writers.

Readers can easily find their favorite authors by using the Ctr+F function in their browser's search tool.

ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications encompass ILLUMINATION, ILLUMINATION-Curated, ILLUMINATION’s MIRROR, ILLUMINATION Book Chapters, Technology Hits, SYNERGY, Readers Hope, Illumination on YouTube, Illumination Gaming, ILLUMINATION’s Blog, and the personal publication of our chief editor, EUPHORIA.

Featured Stories from ILLUMINATION Today

You may discover insightful narratives from our regular writers within this collection.