Book editing on Reedsy!

The Reedsy Book Editor is a free, web-based tool designed to assist authors in writing, formatting, and exporting their manuscripts for publication. Here's how to navigate its key features:

1. Accessing the Editor

• Sign Up or Log In: Visit Reedsy Studio to create a free account or log in if you already have one.

• Create or Import a Book: Once logged in, you can start a new project by clicking "Create a new book" and entering a title. Alternatively, import an existing manuscript in .docx or .odt format by selecting "Import book." (Learn More)

2. Writing Your Manuscript

• Distraction-Free Interface: The editor provides a clean workspace, allowing you to focus solely on writing without unnecessary distractions.

• Formatting Toolbar: Highlight text to access formatting options such as bold, italics, headings, bullet points, and block quotes. (Learn More)

• Chapter Management: Organize your manuscript by adding chapters or sections using the sidebar on the left. This structure helps in navigating through your work efficiently.

3. Planning and Outlining

• Boards Feature: Utilize the "Boards" feature to create notes, character profiles, scene cards, or story bibles. Boards can be viewed in either grid or list formats, allowing for flexible organization of your planning materials.

• Attributes: Assign attributes to cards within boards to store specific information, aiding in detailed planning and consistency throughout your manuscript.

4. Collaborative Editing

• Real-Time Collaboration: Invite co-authors, editors, or proofreaders to work on your manuscript simultaneously. The editor supports real-time updates, making collaboration seamless.

• Track Changes and Comments: Monitor edits and engage in discussions through the commenting feature, streamlining the revision process. (Learn More)

5. Formatting and Exporting

• Automatic Formatting: The editor automatically applies industry-standard formatting, ensuring a professional appearance for your manuscript.

• Front and Back Matter: Easily add sections like copyright, dedication, table of contents, acknowledgments, and author bios using predefined templates. (Learn More)

• Export Options: Once your manuscript is complete, export it in various formats such as EPUB for eBooks or print-ready PDF files. Choose from professionally designed templates and customize elements like trim size and themes to suit your publishing needs.

  
  

By leveraging these features, the Reedsy Book Editor simplifies the process of writing, organizing, and preparing your manuscript for publication, all within a user-friendly platform.

For a visual walkthrough, you might find this video helpful: