Does posting my story/article/etc. on the forums or e-group equal to submitting it to the website?
Not really. I will not automatically put the stuff posted on the forums or e-group on the Silent Woods website itself. If you want it on the website, please use the Submission Guidelines. You are, however, welcome to post your work on the forums and e-groups if you just want to share it with your friends on the forum/e-group, ask for critique and such.