Hi there, I’m not sure if you’re inquiring about how long it takes to hear if you’ve been added as a writer here, or how long it takes drafts from added writers. It’s taking up to 4 weeks to add new writers. Once added, drafts go live the following morning. so if you sent in the application for less than a month ago, hold tight, I probably have not gotten to it yet. You can feel free to publish your draft on your own or elsewhere, and that won’t affect adding you here. Thanks