Favlen is dedicated to creating calm, imaginative and child-safe bedtime stories that families, teachers and young readers can trust.
These Editorial Guidelines outline the standards, values and rules that every story must follow before being published on Favlen.com.
Our goal is to provide high-quality storytelling that is gentle, uplifting and suitable for children worldwide.
1. Our Editorial Mission
We publish stories that:
- Encourage imagination
- Create a peaceful bedtime atmosphere
- Support emotional well-being
- Promote kindness and empathy
- Build curiosity in young readers
Every story must be safe, gentle and free from harmful themes.
2. Storytelling Principles
All Favlen stories follow these core principles:
A. Calm & Soothing Tone
Bedtime content should lower stress, not increase it.
Stories must:
- Feel soft and comforting
- Avoid fast-paced chaos
- Maintain a peaceful rhythm
B. Magical Yet Simple
Children love magic, but it must be:
- Easy to understand
- Positive in nature
- Never frightening or dark
C. Emotionally Safe
We do not allow:
- Negative emotional manipulation
- Scares, threats or intense conflict
- Depressing or tragic themes
All emotional arcs should resolve gently.
3. Content Restrictions
To protect children, Favlen strictly prohibits:
- Violence of any kind
- Weapons or combat
- Horror, fear-based themes, or jump-scares
- Strong conflict or bullying
- Adult themes (romance, relationships, etc.)
- Death, injury or trauma
- Discrimination or harmful stereotypes
- Dangerous activities
- Political or religious persuasion
- Commercial persuasion within stories
If a theme carries even slight risk of misunderstanding, it is rejected.
4. Reading Level & Language Standards
Favlen stories are written in simple, clear English, designed for:
- Early readers
- Young children
- Non-native English speakers
Every story must:
- Avoid complex grammar
- Avoid difficult vocabulary
- Use short and friendly sentences
- Be read smoothly by parents and teachers aloud
- Include clear emotional cues
5. Length & Structure
Stories typically follow:
- Short bedtime stories: 300–800 words
- Long relaxing stories: 800–1500 words
Structure guideline:
- Soft beginning
- Gentle introduction of characters
- Light adventure or magical moment
- Calm resolution
- Warm closing message
No sudden intensity or conflict spikes.
6. Character Guidelines
Favlen characters must embody:
- Kindness
- Curiosity
- Friendship
- Bravery in a soft, child-safe way
Forbidden character traits:
- Aggressive behavior
- Cruel intentions
- Scary appearance
- Negative role models
Even antagonists (if used) must be:
- Non-threatening
- Friendly
- Resolved in a positive manner
7. Visual & Image Standards
Story illustrations must be:
- Child-safe
- Bright and calming
- Cartoon or soft, dreamy style
- Free from distressing elements
No illustration may include:
- Dark, frightening imagery
- Weapons, violence or injury
- Scary facial expressions
All art must reinforce relaxation.
8. Cultural & Inclusivity Standards
Favlen embraces global diversity.
Stories must:
- Respect all cultures
- Use inclusive characters
- Avoid stereotypes
- Avoid specific cultural claims
- Be universally relatable
We write for children across the world.
9. Originality & Quality Control
All content on Favlen must be:
- Fully original
- Not copied from any source
- Not derivative of copyrighted material
Before publication, every story is checked for:
- Tone consistency
- Child-safety compliance
- Grammar and clarity
- Positive messaging
- Emotional gentleness
Stories failing any check are rewritten or rejected.
10. Continuous Improvement
We update these guidelines regularly to maintain the highest standards of:
- Child safety
- Readability
- Emotional development
- Global cultural sensitivity
Feedback from parents, educators and readers helps shape future updates.
11. Contact for Editorial Questions
For editorial inquiries or content suggestions: