advice i would give you that i didn’t go by when i first started: i would grab a notebook, write down all of your ideas and expectations for your story if you haven’t already. i like to write down my main plots, and what i want to happen in my story. don’t combine everything together, keep it organized where you know what goes in which chapter/episode. when i first started, i created my characters before i went through the art and cover process that way if you want to have them in your cover you will already have their look done, and everything else is done for you by the artist if using one. tbh, i never write down many things in my notebook, i go by my thoughts and instincts so i just write as i go; but some people are different. another thing i would suggest is going through and seeing what kind of backgrounds and overlays you wanna use in your story if you decide to use some. the time length is different each time, so sometimes it takes longer for each one to get approved which is why i go through beforehand so i can use them more quickly (you can use them in your story, but you can’t publish it until its approved). also, coding and directing can be tricky when you’re just starting out, your story won’t turn out as good. i suggest practicing first, then actually start your story that way you know how to do everything. I’m pretty good at all of that so if you ever need help lmk. i have a couple of sites you can look at for free backgrounds and overlays if you want them. if so just click the link below. good luck with your story! 
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