· Features ·
Everything you need to own your business
Every tool an independent author needs to publish, sell, and grow — compared across Free, Standard, and Premium.
Publishing & Content
Stop juggling files, retailer dashboards, and format headaches. Publish once, sell everywhere — from one catalog you control.
| Feature | FREE | STANDARD | PREMIUM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | Up to 5 | Up to 25 | Unlimited |
| Books CSV Import | ✓ Goodreads or template | ✓ Goodreads or template | ✓ Goodreads or template |
| Pre-orders / "Coming Soon" | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Blog Posts | Up to 10 | Up to 100 | Unlimited |
| Book Reviews & Reader Ratings | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom Book Pricing & Discount Codes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Direct Digital Sales | ✓ eBook (Stripe) | ✓ (Stripe) | ✓ (Stripe) |
| Sales Formats | eBook | eBook, Print | eBook, Audio, Flipbook, Print |
| Reader Magnets | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Discount Codes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Affiliate / Referral Program | — | ✓ Custom links + commission | ✓ Custom links + commission |
| Shopping Cart | — | ✓ Multi-item | ✓ Multi-item |
| Book Bundles | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Author Courses | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Audio Format | — | — | ✓ |
| Flip Books | — | — | ✓ Unlimited |
Site & Branding
Your name on the domain, your colors on the page. No 'powered by' badges, no shared templates — a site that looks like yours.
| Feature | FREE | STANDARD | PREMIUM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site URL | AuthorLoft subdomain | Subdomain + custom domain | Subdomain + custom domain |
| Storage | 100 MB | 20 GB | 50 GB |
| Site Theme | 3 colour themes | 15 themes (+ genre palettes) | 15 themes + custom colours |
| Logo, Hero Banner & Social Links | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| About, Bio & Contact Pages | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Support Link (Patreon, Ko-fi, etc.) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Legal / Disclaimer Page | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
AI & Automation
Writer's block doesn't stop at the manuscript. Let AI handle blurbs, blog ideas, SEO audits, and social posts so you stay in the story.
| Feature | FREE | STANDARD | PREMIUM |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI Assistant | — | — | ✓ (30/month) |
| • Book Descriptions, Blog Ideas & Marketing Copy | — | — | ✓ |
| • Reader Feedback Analysis | — | — | ✓ |
| SEO Audit Tool | — | — | ✓ |
| • Meta Tags, Keyword Density & Internal Links | — | — | ✓ |
| Social Promote (AI post generator) | — | ✓ Facebook, Instagram, X, Reddit, Threads, Bluesky | ✓ All platforms + LinkedIn, TikTok |
| • 14 promo types (sale, launch, quote, BTS, etc.) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| • Custom voice / brand tone control | — | ✓ | ✓ |
Marketing & Communications
Every reader who buys through a retailer is a reader you'll never email again. Own the relationship from day one.
| Feature | FREE | STANDARD | PREMIUM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per-Book QR Code (download as SVG) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Newsletter Signup Form | ✓ Full campaigns | ✓ Full campaigns | ✓ Full campaigns |
| Newsletter Campaigns | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| AuthorLoft Bookstore Listing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ Featured placement |
| Achievement Badges | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sales Dashboard | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Media Kit Page | — | ✓ + downloadable PDF | ✓ + downloadable PDF |
| Testimonials Display | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
On the Roadmap
Author Mobile App
Native iOS / Android app for managing your AuthorLoft from anywhere
Auto-Formatter
Convert your book to ePub, PDF, Kindle, and print formats
Reader Analytics
Track reads, engagement, and retention
Email List Builder
Drag-and-drop forms and automated sequences
Social Media Uploader
Schedule posts to Instagram, TikTok, and more
Review Monitoring
Aggregate reviews from Amazon and Goodreads
Native PDF Flipbook
A smoother, mobile-friendly flipbook reader
Two-Factor Authentication
Extra account security for every plan
Dynamic OG Images
Per-page social cards that auto-generate for every book and post
Explore each feature in depth
Learn how each AuthorLoft capability helps you build your author business.
Author Website Builder
Build a professional author website with book pages, blog, custom domain, and direct sales — no coding required. Free to start.
Learn moreDirect Book Sales
Sell ebooks, print books, and audiobooks directly to readers. Keep 100% of your revenue with AuthorLoft's built-in direct sales platform.
Learn moreBook Marketing
Market your books with AI-powered social media posts, SEO tools, pre-order campaigns, affiliate programs, and bookstore discovery — all in one platform.
Learn moreAuthor Newsletter
Build your author email list with built-in subscriber forms, reader magnets, and Mailchimp integration. Own your audience — no middleman.
Learn moreARC Management
Manage advance reader copies, collect reader reviews, and display approved feedback on your book pages — all built into your author platform.
Learn moreAuthor Media Kit
Auto-generate a professional author media kit with bio, headshots, book covers, and press-ready assets. Perfect for interviews, podcasts, and events.
Learn moreAI Tools for Authors
AI-powered tools for independent authors: social media post generator, SEO auditor, writing assistant, and reader feedback analysis. Built for authors, not marketers.
Learn moreIndie Bookstore
A curated bookstore for independent authors. List your books, get discovered by genre, and reach new readers through AuthorLoft's shared catalog.
Learn moreBook Pre-Orders
Create pre-order pages with launch countdowns, email signups, and automatic notifications. Build anticipation and capture readers before your book drops.
Learn moreAffiliate Program
Built-in affiliate program for authors. Let book bloggers, fans, and influencers earn commission promoting your books with tracked referral links.
Learn moreReader Analytics
PostHog-powered analytics for independent authors. Track page views, book popularity, reader behavior, and audience growth — all from your dashboard.
Learn moreReady to get started?
All plans start with a free account. Upgrade anytime from your dashboard.
Have questions about AuthorLoft? Contact us →