<p>I was considering writing a short novel and publishing it onto amazon's kindle store. I got an email from them with this offer. In the case anyone is interested in publishing, pm me and I can send you the information. Would this help me out in the college process when applying to top-tier schools? I don't care too much for the money, and will probably donate it to charity.</p>
<p>I would say that if you want to write and publish a short novel, go for it!
But don’t do it to look good on apps…
I personally think that doing things just for college apps is something of a sad way to live your life…pursue your passions, and you should end up with plenty of app-fodder, so to speak.</p>
<p>In other words, will it not be an effective part of my app? I mean, I don’t necessarily want to do it if it won’t help my admission chances. Even if it’s a sad way of life :)</p>
<p>I doubt it would help your admission chances.</p>
<p>Would there be difference if it was actually published in paper format? Like if I were somehow able to get a publisher?</p>