Tools for Authors
Recommended Tools & Products
From apps and software to help you write, products that will help you build your author brand, to marketing and promoting your book, here is our collection of top recommended products for all your writer and author needs.
Services & Guides
BOOK PUBLISHING MASTER CHECKLIST Everything you need to know about the modern book publishing process—from prepping your manuscript to getting that polished look and feel to launching with readers and reviews, from Day 1. |
WRITING GROUP If you're still working out your ideas and writing your book, when you join the writing group, you get six months of support, guidance, and feedback on your book from peers and professional writing coaches. |
If you have written a manuscript, you can work with a professional book coach and get answers to two critical questions: "What parts of my book land powerfully with the reader? And what still needs to be revised before it gets any closer to publication?" |
Writing Tools
GrammarlyIt reviews spelling, grammar, punctuation, clarity, engagement, and delivery mistakes in English texts, detects plagiarism, and suggests replacements for the identified errors. |
ScrivenerScrivener is a word-processing program and outliner designed for writers. It provides a management system for documents, notes and metadata.
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ProWritingAidThe Best Online Writing Tool — There's a better way to write. Improve your grammar, style, tone and more.
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Publishing Tools
Publisher RocketPublisher Rocket will help you get your book in front of more Amazon shoppers so you can spend less time marketing and more time writing.
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99 Designs
You know your book. We know design. Let our creators build your perfect book cover today.
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AtticusAtticus is definitely the writing app to watch. It makes beautiful ebooks possible for everyone, and it's an innovative breath of fresh air. |
VellumCreate ebooks for every platform:Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, and more. Each specialized file can guide readers to buy your book in their favorite store. |
Marketing Tools
The Fussy LibrarianThe first website to match readers not only with the genre of books they like but also their preferences about content. Run a promotion and get your book in front of your ideal readers. |
Written Word MediaBook Marketing Made Easy — Grow your reader audience and sell more books withWritten Word Media.Written Word Media- Book Promotion for Self-Published Authors. |
CraveBooksCraveBook's platform allows you to easily schedule all your book promotions in one place. With over 50+ options starting at just $5, there is something for everyone. |
PodmatchPodMatch is a podcast booking service that automatically matches ideal podcast guests and hosts together to record high-quality podcast interviews. |
Jumpstart Facebook AdsA course that shows you how to craft ads that speak directly to your ideal readers.
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Business Tools
Google BusinessFlexible, helpful business collaboration solutions for all the ways work is changing. Get access to business versions ofGoogle Meet, Chat, Drive, Docs, Sheets, and more.
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WixCreate your website and grow with confidence. From an intuitive website builder to advanced business solutions & powerful SEO tools—Try Wix for free.
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MailerLiteSend perfectly-timed and targeted emails automatically. Newsletter editors. Design emails yourself with an ai-powered drag & drop editor.
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ConvertKitConvertKit makes it easy to create, send and manage your email marketing campaigns; grow your email subscribers lists; send targeted email newsletters; sell more products and build your membership. |
CanvaCanva is a free-to-use online graphic design tool. Use it to create social media posts, videos, logos and more.
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