u/HeavenlyOuki

So I'd written a fanfic earlier this year, and my friend asked me to publish it on Webnovel as it helps build an audience. I'm working on my original story so what I want to ask is does a fanfic really help build an audience? Like when I publish my original work will they be like "Oh this guy wrote a sick fanfic, lemme check out his new work?" I know there's a genuine community you can build on RoyalRoad but I think unless I get millions of views on my Fanfic I won't be able to gather a loyal audience on Webnovel. Provide me with your insights please!