Write. Organize. Publish.
Everything indie authors need to plan, write, launch, and grow their publishing business in one workspace.
Trusted by authors building their next book.
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Why Authors Switch to PublisherMate™
| Feature | PublisherMate™ | Scrivener | Atticus | Notion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Writing + organization | ✓ All-in-one | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | Partial |
| Story Bible built-in | ||||
| Book cover designer | ||||
| Launch planning tools | ||||
| Cloud-based (any device) | ✗ Desktop only | |||
| Built for authors (not devs) | Partial | |||
| AI writing assistance | ||||
| Price | From $29/mo | $59 one-time | $147/yr | $16/mo |
PublisherMate™ is the only workspace built specifically for indie authors who want to write, organize, and launch — all in one place.
Starter
Write Your Book
For authors writing their first or second book.
Everything you need to draft, organize, and finish your manuscript.
$29/mo
- Up to 5 active projects
- Rich text manuscript editor
- Story Bible
- Publishing checklist
- Writing goals & analytics
- Notes & assets
- Basic launch planning
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Pro
Write & Publish Your Book
For serious indie authors preparing to publish.
The complete publishing workspace for serious indie authors.
$49/mo
Everything in Starter, plus:
- AI Publishing Assistant
- Author Brand Kit
- Advanced Export Toolkit (EPUB, DOCX, KDP)
- Writing Analytics & Goals
- Cover Creator™ Pro
- Launch Center
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Most authors start with Pro and never look back.
Studio
Run Your Publishing Business
For publishing brands, ghostwriters, and author teams.
Built for publishing brands, author teams, ghostwriters, and small presses.
$69/mo
Everything in Pro, plus:
- Team Collaboration (up to 5 members)
- Priority Support
- Advanced Brand Kit
- Bulk Export
- Early access to new features
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All plans include a 7-day free trial. No credit card required to start. Cancel any time from your account — no questions asked.
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From First Draft to Published Book
PublisherMate™ supports every stage of your publishing journey.
Idea
Manuscript
Story Bible
Cover Design
Publishing Plan
Launch
Published Book
Idea
Manuscript
Story Bible
Cover Design
Publishing Plan
Launch
Published Book
Why Authors Choose PublisherMate™
More than a writing tool. PublisherMate™ helps you write, organize, publish, and grow.
| Feature | PublisherMate™ | Atticus | Scrivener |
|---|---|---|---|
| Story Bible | Limited | ||
| Launch Center | |||
| Cover Creator | |||
| Author Brand Kit | |||
| Writing Analytics | |||
| Publishing Checklist | |||
| Team Collaboration | |||
| Export Toolkit | |||
| AI Assistant |
PublisherMate™ gives you everything, in one workspace.
See What You're Paying For
Real product UI. Every plan, every feature — no icon grids.
Chapter 1: The Beginning
The morning Elena arrived at the archive, the rain had already soaked through her coat. She pushed open the heavy oak door and stepped into the hushed, paper-smelling silence that felt more like home than her actual apartment.
847
Today
5 days
Streak
847 / 1,000 daily goal
Elena Vasquez
Protagonist
Count Reinhardt
Antagonist
The
Crimson
Path
Sophia Bennett
Active Collaborators
Sophia Bennett
Author
Marcus Klein
Editor
Aria Walsh
Proofreader
Brand Colors
Author Bio (short)
Sophia Bennett writes dark historical fiction. Her debut novel, The Crimson Path, releases in 2025.
Included in Studio
What's Included
Every tool you need from first draft to published book.
Story Bible
Organize characters, world-building, plot arcs, and research in one structured space — so your story never loses its thread.
Cover Creator™
Design professional book covers with genre presets, typography tools, and one-click KDP export.
Launch Center
Plan your release with a countdown timer, pre-launch checklist, and audience targeting tools.
AI Publishing Assistant
Get AI-powered help for brainstorming, outlining, continuity checks, and manuscript rewrites — right inside your workspace.
Author Brand Kit
Build a consistent author identity with brand colors, bio templates, and social assets.
Export Toolkit
Export your manuscript to EPUB, DOCX, or KDP-ready PDF in one click.
Writing Analytics
Track writing sessions, word count goals, streaks, and productivity trends across all your projects.
Team Collaboration
Invite editors, co-authors, or assistants to your workspace. Available on Studio.
How much would it cost to hire this manually?
Every tool in PublisherMate™ replaces a professional you'd otherwise have to hire.
PublisherMate™ Pro
All of the above — in one workspace
$49/mo
Cancel anytime
Built for Your Writing Life
PublisherMate™ meets you where you are.
Pain points we solve
- Overwhelming to start — where do you even begin?
- Characters, plot, and world-building scattered across notebooks
- No clear path from draft to published book
“I had three notebooks, two spreadsheets, and zero idea how to publish. PublisherMate™ gave me one place to do everything. I published in 6 months.”
— Sarah K., debut novelist
Frequently Asked Questions
What Happens After You Sign Up?
From account creation to finished book — your first 6 milestones.
Create Your Project
Set up your manuscript in 60 seconds
Build Your Story Bible
Characters, world, plot — all organized in one place
Write Your Manuscript
Distraction-free editor with word count tracking
Design Your Cover
Professional covers with the Cover Creator™
Export Your Files
DOCX, PDF, and more — ready for any platform
Launch Your Book
Full pre-launch checklist and launch planning tools
Create Your Project
Set up your manuscript in 60 seconds
Build Your Story Bible
Characters, world, plot — all organized in one place
Write Your Manuscript
Distraction-free editor with word count tracking
Design Your Cover
Professional covers with the Cover Creator™
Export Your Files
DOCX, PDF, and more — ready for any platform
Launch Your Book
Full pre-launch checklist and launch planning tools
Your Writing Stays Yours
Full Ownership
You retain copyright of everything you write.
Export Anytime
Your manuscripts are always portable.
Private Workspace
Your work is never shared without your permission.
Secure Access
Your account is protected with industry-standard security.
No Long-Term Contracts
Cancel month-to-month, no penalties.
Built For
A publishing workspace for every type of author.
Indie Authors
Writing and self-publishing their debut or next novel.
Self-Publishers
Managing multiple books and building a catalog.
Small Presses
Coordinating manuscripts across a small publishing team.
Ghostwriters
Keeping client projects organized and on deadline.
Writing Teams
Collaborating on shared manuscripts and timelines.
Author Businesses
Building a brand, audience, and publishing income.
Ready to Finish Your Next Book?
Join PublisherMate™ and bring your writing, publishing, and launch workflow together in one place.