Well, there are a couple of ways. One is to search for the song you want in the music section when creating your story. Another option is to use music from your saved playlists if they're available. It's pretty straightforward once you know where to look.
First, make sure your Instagram app is updated. Then, when creating a story, click on the sticker icon and select the music sticker. From there, you can browse and choose the music that suits your story.
To get new IG story fonts, you could check out the settings within Instagram. Sometimes they introduce new fonts for users. Another option is to look for third-party Instagram story editing apps that have a wide range of unique fonts to choose from.
If you want to be part of the 'get your southern on contest fanfiction', start by familiarizing yourself with what makes a story'southern'. You could read some classic southern literature to get a feel for the style. Then, create your fanfiction. Make sure it adheres to the contest's guidelines, which may include things like word count limits, specific elements to include (such as a southern - style setting or character). And don't forget to submit your work through the proper channels, which again, you'll need to find out from the official contest information.
You can start by sharing more personal experiences or behind-the-scenes moments. Also, try creating series of posts that build up a narrative over time.
I think around 8 - 9 pm. Most people are winding down for the day and are more likely to engage with Instagram stories. They're more likely to like a story if it catches their eye at this time.