Writing & Publishing Services
We offer four distinct ways to help you write and publish your nonfiction book.
Scribe Publishing
You do all the writing, and we do the proofing and publishing.
$29,000
Paid Over 6 months
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Scribe Guided Author
We guide you through the writing process, then we do the publishing.
$44,000
Paid Over 15 months
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Most Popular
Scribe Professional
We interview you for the content, we do the writing, editing and publishing.
$56,000
Paid Over 12 months
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Scribe Elite Ghostwriting
You get a bestselling Scribe and a customized process to fit your needs.
Custom
Custom Payment Plan
$135K Min. Investment
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How long will it take?
| Scribe Publishing | Scribe Guided Author | Scribe Professional | Scribe Elite Ghostwriting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time Commitment | 6 hours, all on the phone (not including time to complete your manuscript) | 16 hours, all on the phone (10 Book Coach Calls + 6 hours for the publishing process) | 2 hours per week on the phone over the span of 9-12 months | Varies |
What's Included?
| Scribe Publishing | Scribe Guided Author | Scribe Professional | Scribe Elite Ghostwriting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Publishing Package | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Proofreading | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital Course Access | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Content Edit | Opt. add-on | 3 editing passes | Ongoing | Ongoing |
| Capture Book Ideas via Interviews | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Professional Ghostwriting | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Book Marketing Strategy | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Author Marketing Materials | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
How will we launch it?
| Scribe Publishing | Scribe Guided Author | Scribe Professional | Scribe Elite Ghostwriting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch Week Activities | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Audiobook | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Ownership Rights | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Book Royalties | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Creative Control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Distribution | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Undecided?
Our author strategists can help you determine which plan is right for you.
Schedule a ConsultFrequently Asked Questions
What exactly does Scribe do?
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Scribe helps people write, publish, and market their books. We were founded in 2014 by a 4x New York Times Bestselling Author, and have worked on over 2,000 books. Our two most popular services are Guided Author ($44k) and Scribe Professional ($56k). We can also publish your finished manuscript.
Does Scribe work with anyone?
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No, we typically reject about 30% of authors who want to work with us. We use two criteria: Does the author know the subject matter deeply enough? And does the author have a clear understanding of how books work and reasonable expectations for ROI? That is why the first step in our process is a qualification process.
How do I decide between the $44k and $56k options?
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Ask yourself two questions: Do you like sitting down and writing? And do you have enough time to write yourself? If yes to both, Guided Author ($44k) is probably right. If no to both, Scribe Professional ($56k) is probably right. Generally, Guided Author requires 1-2 hours a day for a year, and Scribe Professional requires 2 hours a week for 9 months.
What is Scribe Elite ($135k+)?
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Scribe Elite Ghostwriting is intended for authors who require an authentic ghostwriting experience that often involves interviewing outside sources, conducting background research, and creating a bespoke process. Almost all authors are better off with Guided Author ($44k) or Scribe Professional ($56k).
Do you do fiction books?
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No, we currently do not offer services for fiction books, children's books, cookbooks, or textbooks.
Can you work in other languages?
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No, not right now.
Is there anyone who should not work with Scribe?
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Yes. People who do not know their topic well, people who are not sure how a book can help them, and people who have no idea why they want to write a book. Our process requires an investment of both money and effort, so you should have an idea of why you are doing it.
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