Getting startedStart your first book
Create a project from an idea, existing draft, or collection of source material.
Read guide →Getting startedWrite before creating an account
Use the local writing desk immediately and preserve a portable copy of the draft.
Read guide →Getting startedImport an existing manuscript
Bring an existing file into a structured project without losing the original source.
Read guide →WritingOrganize chapters and book structure
Turn sections into a navigable manuscript and track what each chapter needs.
Read guide →WritingUnderstand autosave, offline work, and recovery
Know where recent writing lives and what to do after a failed connection or browser crash.
Read guide →WritingRecover the writing desk after an error
Reopen a chapter safely, preserve the browser recovery copy, and share a support reference without exposing manuscript text.
Read guide →WritingUse comments, review states, and approvals
Separate manuscript text from discussion and make editorial decisions traceable.
Read guide →PublishingPrepare print and ebook editions
Treat each format as its own product while keeping one manuscript as the source of truth.
Read guide →PublishingPlan ISBNs and book metadata
Keep identifiers, format details, descriptions, categories, and rights coordinated.
Read guide →PublishingUse the production-readiness checklist
Find blockers across manuscript, rights, metadata, cover, files, pricing, and distribution.
Read guide →Account & dataSign in and choose your startup page
Control whether PocketAuthor resumes your work or opens a chosen workspace.
Read guide →Account & dataExport or delete account data
Download a portable account copy and understand destructive account actions.
Read guide →Account & dataConnect sources and integrations safely
Understand permissions before connecting a drive, workspace, or external tool.
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