The Complete Self-Publishing Guide
Everything you need to know about self-publishing your book in 2026. From manuscript preparation to Amazon KDP, Apple Books, cover design, formatting, and marketing strategies that sell books.
Read the Guide →Write your novel, build your characters, outline your plot, track your progress, and export to ebook formats. Everything an author needs, in one beautifully designed app.
Pro Author combines powerful writing tools with intelligent organization so you can focus on what matters most: telling your story.
A clean, focused writing environment designed for long-form fiction. Full-screen mode eliminates distractions so your words flow freely. The keyboard bar provides fast formatting shortcuts without breaking your creative momentum.
Build rich, consistent characters with dedicated profile sheets. Track backstory, personality traits, physical descriptions, relationships, character arcs, and notes. Reference character details instantly while writing any scene.
Structure your novel with chapter-by-chapter outlines and individual scene cards. Drag and rearrange scenes, add notes to each plot point, and maintain a bird's-eye view of your entire story arc from inciting incident to climax.
Set daily and total word count targets to stay disciplined. Track your writing streaks, monitor daily output, and view analytics on your most productive times. Build the consistent writing habit that finishes manuscripts.
Overcome writer's block with AI-powered suggestions. Generate ideas, draft passages, and get AI-driven reviews of your manuscript for consistency, pacing, and quality. The AI assists your creative process without replacing your voice.
When your manuscript is ready, export to EPUB, PDF, or plain text. Upload directly to Amazon KDP, Apple Books, or any self-publishing platform. Share drafts with beta readers and editors in professional formats.
Pro Author guides you through every stage of the writing process. Whether you're outlining your first novel or polishing your tenth, the app adapts to your workflow.
Create your plot structure, define characters, and map out chapters before writing a single word.
Use the distraction-free editor with quick-access character notes and scene references at your fingertips.
Set word count goals, monitor daily output, and build writing streaks that keep you accountable.
Use AI Book Review to analyze your manuscript for consistency, then export to EPUB or PDF for publishing.
Purpose-built for mobile authors who want professional tools without the complexity.
| Feature | Pro Author | Scrivener | Atticus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native iPhone App | Yes | Yes | No (Web) |
| Character Sheets | Yes | Yes | No |
| AI Writing Assistance | Yes | No | No |
| AI Manuscript Review | Yes | No | No |
| Plot Outlining | Yes | Yes | Basic |
| Word Count Goals | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ebook Export | EPUB, PDF | Multiple | Multiple |
| Free to Start | Yes | $23.99 | $147 |
| Monthly Plan | $4.99/mo | One-time | One-time |
Expert resources to help you write, structure, format, and publish your book.
Everything you need to know about self-publishing your book in 2026. From manuscript preparation to Amazon KDP, Apple Books, cover design, formatting, and marketing strategies that sell books.
Read the Guide →Master the three-act structure, the Hero's Journey, and Save the Cat beat sheet. Learn scene and sequel structure, subplot weaving, pacing techniques, and how to build stories that captivate readers from page one.
Read the Guide →Industry-standard manuscript formatting for traditional publishing and self-publishing. Ebook vs. print formatting, common mistakes that get manuscripts rejected, and how to prepare professional files for any platform.
Read the Guide →"I wrote my entire first novel on my iPhone commute using Pro Author. The character sheets kept everything consistent across 90,000 words. Exported to EPUB and uploaded to KDP the same day."
"The AI Book Review caught three plot holes I'd missed after six rounds of editing. The word count tracker kept me accountable during NaNoWriMo. This app is genuinely indispensable."
"I've tried Scrivener, Ulysses, and Atticus. Pro Author is the only app that feels like it was built by someone who actually writes novels. The scene management is brilliant."
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