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How to Download Your Book as a PDF

You can easily download your book as a PDF directly from Scrively. This allows you to save, print, or share your book anytime with just a few clicks. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click on "Download PDF." ⚠️ Quick PDF downloads are available on one-time purchases, Plus, and Pro plans. Upgrade anytime to unlock this feature. Print-Ready PDF downloads are available for Pro users who have also obtained commercial rights for the book. Select the type of PDF you'd like to download. Scrively will take a few moments to generate the PDF file. The PDF will open in a new window. Click the download icon, then choose where to save the file on your device. ⚠️ PDF Export Not Working? Your browser’s pop-up blocker may be preventing the PDF from opening. Please allow pop-ups for Scrively and try exporting again.

How to Order a Printed Copy of Your Book

Ready to bring your story to life? In the Scrively web app, ordering a printed copy is simple and seamless. Once your book is finished, you can turn your digital creation into a professionally printed book with just a few clicks. Whether it’s a bedtime story, a family keepsake, or your first publication, printing your book is the final step in the Scrively experience. Click on the "My Library" tab. ⚠️ Before placing your order, take a moment to carefully review your book from start to finish to ensure everything looks correct. Click on "Order." Confirm that the correct book has been selected for your order. Adjust the quantity using the + / − buttons. Click the dropdown menu below the cover image to choose the binding option for your book. Select your binding option. Storybooks Hardcover (Case Wrap) 24–50 pages A durable hardcover book with the cover design printed directly onto the hard exterior. Perfect for keepsakes, gifts, and premium-quality books. Paperback (Perfect Bound) 32–50 pages A professional softcover book with a glued spine, similar to the books commonly found in bookstores. Coil Bound 2–50 pages Bound with a spiral coil that allows pages to lay flat when open. Ideal for activity books, workbooks, journals, and educational materials. Saddle Stitch (Stapled Booklet) 4–48 pages Pages are folded and stapled along the center fold. Best suited for shorter books, booklets, and brochures. Coloring Books Saddle Stitch (Stapled Booklet) - Size: 8.5” × 11” - Page Count: 4–48 pages Select your country. Enter your delivery address. Choose your shipping method. Shipping costs will be automatically calculated based on your quantity, location and selected shipping method. Click on "Continue to payment." Review and confirm your shipping address. Click “Use This Address” to continue. Ensure your book meets the minimum page requirements before ordering: - Storybooks Supports 2–50 pages, depending on the binding style selected. Minimum page requirements vary by binding option. - Coloring Books Supports 4-48 pages. If your book is below the minimum, blank pages will be added automatically to meet the requirement. Click “Continue” to proceed. Review the order details Enter your billing details or select a saved payment method. Need to go back and make changes to your delivery details? Clicking on "Shipping" at the top left of the order modal. Click “Pay $XX.XX” to complete your order. After payment, Scrively will prepare your book for printing. You’ll receive an email with your full order details. When you’re ready, you can visit our guide here to learn how to track your orders.

Create, Save, and Reuse Characters Across Your Books

The Character Library makes it easy to create, organize, and reuse characters across all of your books. With everything stored in one centralized place, you can quickly browse your saved characters, maintain consistency throughout your stories, and bring new ideas to life faster while creating books. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click on "My Characters." Click on "+ New Character." Add your character's name. Enter the character's description. 💡 Tip: Your character's appearance (such as skin tone, hair color, clothing, height, and age) is already defined by their profile image. Use the Character Description to explain their personality, role, goals, or unique traits that help drive the story instead. ✅ Good: "A curious young inventor who loves solving puzzles and never gives up." ❌ Avoid: "A tall girl with brown hair, blue eyes, and a red shirt." Choose the character type. Upload the character's photo. ⚠️ For manually added characters: Upload a profile image containing a single person or character only. Avoid images with multiple people, characters, or group scenes to ensure the best results. Optional: Click on "Change appearance" if you'd like to change the drawing style or add details to the character. Click on "Drawing Style." ⚠️ When you change an uploaded character's style, that style will be preserved when the character is added to a book, even if the book uses a different style. If you want the character to match the book's style, do not modify the character style here. The styles available to you will be based on your plan level. The Starter plan includes one style. One-time purchases include one style in each category. The Plus plan includes three styles per category, while the Pro plan unlocks all styles. Browse through the available categories. Hover over the drawing style to reveal and click on the enlarge tool. Once selected, you’ll see a full-size preview of the drawing style. Click on "Continue." If you only want to change the drawing style of the character click on "Apply." If you’d like, you can also add any additional details you want Scrively to apply to the character. Click on "Apply." Give Scrively a few moments to process the change. The requested edit will be applied to the character. Not happy with the edit? Click on "Undo." Click on "Save Character" once you're satisfied. Congratulations! Your character has been created. You'll be able to use the character in any of your books which you can learn more about here. Need to make changes? Click on "Update character details" at the top right of the character card. Click on the trash icon to "Remove this character" from your character library.

How to Navigate to the Editor to Edit Your Book

Once your story is generated in the Scrively Web App, you can easily edit and refine every detail. Update your title, change the author name, rewrite sections, or adjust the tone to better match your vision. Head over to the "My Library" tab Click on "Edit pages and text" at the top right of the book you've like to continue working on. You'll be redirected to the editor where you can continue working on your book.

How to Share Your Book Link

You can easily share your book with others using a direct link. This lets you send your book to friends, family, or collaborators so they can view it anytime. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Ensure that the book is set to "Public." ⚠️ Full share links are available on one-time purchases, Plus, and Pro plans. Upgrade anytime to unlock this feature. Click on "Copy." Your readers can access the book once the shared link is opened.

How to Obtain Commercial Rights for Your Book

Scrively Pro users may purchase commercial rights for individual books. This allows you to sell and distribute that specific book created using the platform, including publishing on platforms or using it for educational or business purposes, in line with our Terms of Service. Commercial rights are granted per book and do not extend to other books in your account. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Starter, Plus, and one-time purchasers who click “Commercial Rights” next to a book will be given the option to upgrade to Pro and purchase commercial rights. ⚠️ You will need commercial rights if you intend to download a Print-Ready PDF version of the book or use PublisherPad. A commercial rights modal will appear, allowing them to choose either monthly or annual Pro billing and purchase commercial rights for that specific book. To continue, they can click agree to the terms. Then, click on “Upgrade to Pro + Commercial Rights.” The checkout page will then open, where they can select or update their billing details before completing payment. Users who are already on the Pro plan will instead see an option to "Buy rights to sell this book." Pro users will be shown the commercial rights modal and will need to agree to the terms. Click on "Buy Commercial Rights - $67." The checkout page will open to confirm or update billing details and complete the payment. Once commercial rights have been purchased for a book, a message will be displayed indicating "You can sell this book" when hovering over the “Commercial Rights” button. A confirmation email will be sent with for the commercial rights purchase.

Working with PublisherPad and Amazon Kindle eBook (Pro + Commercial Rights Feature)

Scrively and Amazon Kindle eBooks work together through PublisherPad. Scrively handles the preparation of your book files and seller information, while Amazon KDP is where you review your listing, set pricing, and complete the publishing process. Navigate to the "My Library" tab Click on "PublisherPad." ⚠️ Access to PublisherPad requires an active Pro plan and purchased commercial rights for the individual book. At the top left you will land on the "Kindle eBook" tab. We provide step-by-step instructions for the Amazon KDP setup including applicable links. Click on "Open Amazon KDP" to log into your account then, choose Create > Kindle eBook. On the right side you will see all of the details needed to copy directly into Amazon KDP. Add the author's name. Click on "Save KDP Details." Copy the title, author name, and keywords into the Amazon KDP publishing portal. Select the appropriate language and category from the available KDP menu options. Be sure to choose the 8.5” x 8.5” trim size when setting up your book. Download the Kindle EPUB file, then upload it in the Kindle manuscript in Amazon KDP. Download the JPG cover image and upload it as the separate cover file in Amazon KDP. Once uploaded, you can use Amazon’s previewer to review the entire book before continuing with the publishing process. Amazon KDP may also provide additional options that you can select based on your specific publishing needs.

Working with PublisherPad and Amazon Paperback Books (Pro + Commercial Rights Feature)

Scrively and Amazon Paperback books work together through PublisherPad. Scrively handles the preparation of your book files and seller information, while Amazon KDP is where you review your listing, set pricing, and complete the publishing process. Navigate to the "My Library" tab Click on "PublisherPad." ⚠️ Access to PublisherPad requires an active Pro plan and purchased commercial rights for the individual book. At the top click on the "Paperback" tab. We provide step-by-step instructions for the Amazon KDP setup including applicable links. Click on "Open Amazon KDP" to log into your account then, choose Create > Paperback. On the right side you will see all of the details needed to copy directly into Amazon KDP. Copy the title, author name, and keywords into the Amazon KDP publishing portal. Select the appropriate language and category from the available KDP menu options. Be sure to choose the 8.5” x 8.5” trim size when setting up your book. Download the "Paperback Interior PDF." Scrively will always check and prepare the latest paperback files for uploading. Upload the paperback manuscript in Amazon KDP. Download the "Full Cover PDF" and upload it as the paperback cover in Amazon KDP. Once uploaded, you can use Amazon’s previewer to review the entire book before continuing with the publishing process. Amazon KDP may also provide additional options that you can select based on your specific publishing needs. You also have the option to open the preview PDF if needed.

How to View Your Book Usage and Remaining Allowance

You can easily see how many books you’ve used and how many are left in your current billing period. This helps you stay on top of your plan limits and manage your usage with confidence. Head over to the "My Library" tab. At the top right, you’ll see X of your allocated books used. ⚠️ Your available book allowance depends on your plan or purchase type: Free accounts: 1 book One-time Studio purchase: 5 books total One-time Colorburst purchase: 15 coloring books total One-time $67 purchase: 15 books total Plus plan: 10 books per month Pro plan: 25 books per month Clicking the allocated books dropdown will display your subscription details, including the number of books used in your monthly allocation and when your limit resets. You’ll also see a list of your books, along with details showing which ones are using your monthly allocation and how they’re being applied.

How to Open and Use Bundles

Bundles give you access to collections of books that have been grouped together around a specific theme, purpose, or creative experience. Once you purchase a bundle, the included books will be available in your account for you to access, share, and print. Navigate to the "My Library" tab. Go to the "My Bundles" tab. Click on "Open Bundle" for the bundle you'd like to access. The bundle will open. Want to head back to your bundles? Click on "Back to My Bundles."

How to Add or Remove Characters from Folders

You can easily organize your characters by adding them to folders. This helps keep your character library structured and makes it simple to find and manage characters as your collection grows. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click on "My Characters." Click on the folder icon on the right side of the character. Select the folder you would like to move the character to. All set! The character will be added to the selected folder. The character will be moved to the selected folder To remove a character from a folder click on the folder icon on the right. Select where to move the character to.

How to Make Your Book Private

You can make your book private at any time in Scrively. This ensures only you can access and view your book, keeping it hidden from readers and shared links. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Toggle the "Public" setting to "Private." ⚠️ Full share links are available on one-time purchases, Plus and Pro plans. Upgrade anytime to unlock this feature. The book will be set to "Private" and only you can see it. Readers with access to the shared link will see this message.

How to Delete a Book Folder

You can delete a folder at any time to keep your library organized. Any books inside the folder will not be deleted. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click into the folder, then open the ellipsis (•••) menu. Select "Delete." Confirm the deletion. Any books that are in the deleted folder will be moved back to the "Main."

How to Create a New Book From the My Library Tab

You can easily create a new book directly from the My Library tab. This is where you start your story, choose your format, and begin building your book in Scrively. From the "My Library" tab. Click on "New Book. You’ll be redirected to the Dashboard, where you can choose your path and start creating your book.

How to Create Character Folders

Creating character folders helps you keep your character library organized so you can easily group and manage your characters. This makes it simpler to find specific characters, stay organized across multiple stories, and keep your creative workflow structured as your collection grows. Head over to the "My Library" tab Click on "My Characters." Every account includes a default “All" folder where all of your characters are stored. Click on "+ New Folder." Enter the name of the folder. Click on the checkmark or return/enter on your keyboard to save it. The folder will be created.

How to Rename Character Folders

Renaming character folders helps keep your library organized and up to date. You can update folder names at any time to better align with your books, projects, themes, or workflow, making it easier to manage and locate your characters as your collection grows. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click on "My Characters." Click into the folder, then open the ellipsis (•••) menu. Select "Rename." Enter the new name for the folder. On your keyboard click on return/enter. The new name will be applied.

Finding and Using Your Book Embed Link

Book embed links allow you to display your book directly on a website or platform without requiring readers to leave the page. This makes it easy to share your content in a seamless, interactive format. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Locate your book and select “Embed” from the right-hand menu to access the embed code. Click “Copy Code” to copy the embed code, which you can then use on your website or preferred platform.

Accessing StoryMovie from Your Library

After your StoryMovie has finished generating, you can access it anytime from your Library. From there, you can watch your video, download the MP4 file, or copy the shareable streaming link to easily share your story with others. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click "StoryMovie." If you haven’t created a StoryMovie for the book yet, follow the steps in our guide here beginning with “You’ll then be taken to the StoryMovie page.”

How to Rename Book Folders

Renaming folders makes it easier to keep your library organized and up to date. You can update folder names at any time to better match your books, projects, themes, or workflow. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click into the folder, then open the ellipsis (•••) menu. Select "Rename." Enter the new name for the folder. On your keyboard click on return/enter. The new name will be applied.

How to Browse Bundles

Explore the available bundles to discover professionally created content that you can purchase and use in your projects. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click on "My Bundles." You’ll see all available bundles, including those you can purchase and any you’ve already purchased. Click on either the lock icon or "Unlock Bundle." You'll be redirected to a full page description of what's included in the bundle. Want to purchase the bundle? Click on "Get Instant Access." Enter or use your existing billing information. Click to pay and the bundle will be added to your library.

How to Search for Books in My Library

Quickly find the book you’re looking for by using the search bar in the My Library tab. Search by your book’s title to locate it faster, especially if you have a large collection of books. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Under the “My Books” tab, click the search bar in the top-right corner. Books matching your search will be displayed.

How to Delete Character Folders

You can delete a character folder at any time to keep your character library organized and clutter-free. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click on "My Characters." Click into the folder, then open the ellipsis (•••) menu. Select "Delete." Confirm the deletion. Any characters that are in the folder will be deleted. If you do not want to delete the character head over to our guide here to learn more on how to move the character(s) to another folder.

How to View Book Status and Type in Scrively

Each book in Scrively includes clear status and type indicators so you can easily understand where it is in the creation process and what kind of book it is. Viewing these details helps you quickly track progress and stay organized as you work through your projects. Head over to the "My Library" tab. At the top of the page, you’ll find a list of available book types, including story, coloring, and interactive books for easy sorting. The book type will also be displayed below the title. - Storybook: Storybooks created from scratch. - Interactive: Storybooks that have been edited in Scrively Studio. - Coloring Book: Coloring books created from scratch or converted from a storybook. - Template Story: Storybooks created using a template from the Scrively Library. - StoryMovie: Storybooks that have been transformed into a professionally narrated streaming video. Next to the book type, you’ll be able to see a timestamp showing when the book was last edited. The status of each book will be displayed on the cover. - Completed: Storybooks that have been fully completed. - Published: Interactive books created in Scrively Studio that have been published. - Draft: Books that are still in progress. Books in draft will show which step of the creation process they are currently in.

How to Create Book Folders

Folders make it easy to organize your books and keep your library clean and manageable. You can create folders to group books by theme, project, or any workflow that works best for you. Head over to the "My Library" tab Every account includes a default “Main” folder where all of your books are stored. Click on "+ New Folder." Enter the name of the folder. Click on the checkmark or return/enter on your keyboard to save it. The folder will be created.

How to Add or Remove Books from Folders

You can easily organize your books by adding them to folders. This helps keep your library structured and easy to navigate. Head over to the "My Library" tab. Click and drag the book onto the folder you want to add it to. The book will be moved to the selected folder. Folders containing books will automatically organize them into All, Stories, Coloring, and Interactive for easier navigation.