Free tool

Book Publishing Readiness Check

Find out what's left to do before you publish. Choose your stage and formats, mark each task, and get three clear next steps and a free PDF report.

Publishing a book involves more steps than most authors expect: editing, cover design, interior formatting, metadata, platform setup and promotion. This free checklist adapts to where you are (from first idea to already published) and to the formats you're planning: ebook, paperback, hardcover or audiobook.

Mark each task as done, in progress, not started or not applicable. You'll see your progress straight away, with the calculation shown, and three suggested next steps. You don't need an account. If you'd like to keep a copy, enter your name and email to download a branded PDF report.

Choose where you are with your book, tick the formats you're planning, then mark each task. You'll see your progress and three suggested next steps straight away. Nothing is sent until you ask for your PDF report.

1. Where is your book right now?

Idea onlyYou have a concept but haven't started writing.Writing in progressThe draft is underway.Manuscript completedThe draft is finished and needs editing and design.Preparing to publishYou're getting files, accounts and metadata ready.Already published and seeking promotionYour book is out and you want more readers.

2. Which formats are you planning?

Tick all that apply. Leave them all unticked if you’re not sure yet, and every format’s tasks will be shown.

EbookPaperbackHardcoverAudiobook

Choose your stage to see the tasks that apply to you.