Self-publishing authors need more than a word processor. They need a reliable formatting software that turns manuscripts into polished, retailer-ready books. Manusly.app is the modern online book editor built specifically for indie authors and KDP publishers. Write, format, preview, and export professional files—all in one browser-based workspace, with no complex software to install.
As a powerful Atticus alternative, Manusly combines writing and professional layout tools in a single platform. Import your existing manuscript or start writing directly in the editor. Choose from 17 professional themes, customize typography, spacing, ornaments, and chapter styling, then preview your book instantly on Print, iPhone, iPad, and Kindle frames. What you see is exactly what readers will experience—zero guesswork before export.
Formatting ebook for Kindle becomes straightforward with Manusly. Export clean, publishing-ready EPUB3 and Kindle files optimized for Amazon KDP. The structured EPUB packages include proper navigation, metadata, and device-compatible output. Support for 24 KDP and IngramSpark trim sizes, plus a one-click large-print preset, makes print-ready PDFs equally simple. Whether you publish novels, non-fiction, children’s books, cookbooks, or illustrated titles, one manuscript generates ebook, print, and editable exports.
Manusly is true Formatierungssoftware designed for authors who have outgrown Word. Microsoft Word is excellent for drafting, but publishing requires structured EPUB packages, professional print layouts, table of contents management, and device previews. Manusly delivers all of this from the same source file. Local-first design means your manuscript stays on your computer; optional cloud backup (25 projects / 10 GB) is available when you need it. No lock-in—your project files and exports remain yours.
Authors praise the seamless workflow: draft chapters and scenes, apply professional themes, validate structure and metadata, then export clean KDP-ready files without rebuilding everything in another tool. Device preview alone often saves multiple proof cycles. Pricing is author-friendly: start free with a limited project, upgrade to Author Pass from $7/month (or $49/year) for unlimited local projects and clean exports, or choose Publisher Lifetime at $199 one-time for advanced features and long-term ownership.
Compared with subscription-heavy writing tools or single-purpose formatters, Manusly offers a complete path from manuscript to published book. Windows and macOS support, offline capability for writing and export, and a growing set of AI publishing tools make it practical for both beginners and experienced indie publishers.