sivuNovelleja

sivuNovelleja is a Finnish online platform that presents a curated collection of novellas written primarily in the Finnish language. The site was launched in 2013 by a group of literary scholars and amateur writers who identified a gap in the digital availability of short‑form fiction in Finland. Its mission is to make contemporary novellas accessible to a broader audience and to support emerging writers by providing a forum for their work.

At its core, sivuNovelleja offers an extensive anthology that is organized by genre, year of publication, and author. Users can read stories directly in the browser or download them as PDF files for offline reading. Many of the works are original pieces from up‑and‑coming authors, while several classic novellas are also featured in rare digitized editions. The platform includes a brief biographical note for each author and, where appropriate, an interview excerpt that gives insight into the creative process.

The community aspect of the site is facilitated through a comment section and a forum where readers can discuss themes, narrative techniques, and literary trends. The site also hosts periodic writing contests and a “Writer of the Month” spotlight, which have helped to raise visibility for local talent. Since its launch, sivuNovelleja has reported a steady increase in traffic, and it has been cited by Finnish literary journals as a valuable resource for researchers studying contemporary Finnish fiction.

sivuNovelleja remains a partner of several university literature departments and participates in national literary festivals by providing digital read‑alongs. Its ongoing commitment to democratizing access to short fiction continues to influence the Finnish literary landscape.