Manusly publishing workspace

Book layout software for independent authors

Build a structured manuscript, apply professional book design, preview the result and export publishing-ready files.

One manuscript, one production workflow

Manusly keeps chapters, structure, themes, images, metadata and output settings together so late edits do not require rebuilding every edition.

Write and organize

Use chapters, scenes, parts, notes and planning tools in a long-form editor.

Format consistently

Apply reusable themes, trim presets, front matter, navigation and image treatment.

Preview before upload

Review print pages and common reading-device layouts before creating final files.

Export publishing formats

Produce EPUB3, Kindle-ready files, print PDF and DOCX from one source project.

A practical path from draft to published files

  1. Import or write your manuscript with structured chapters and scenes
  2. Add front matter, images, and book metadata
  3. Apply a theme and choose your trim size for print
  4. Preview ebook devices and print page flow
  5. Export EPUB3, Kindle, print PDF, or DOCX for upload

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Manusly exports EPUB3, Kindle-ready files, print PDF and DOCX.

The Windows and macOS desktop applications use an offline-first local workflow.

Try the Manusly online editor

Start free in your browser — no install. Export when you are ready.

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