• Before publication: Take your time to click through the final PDF in the print preview (cover/back cover + inside).
• Contrast & hierarchy: Title > Author’s name – clear weighting increases readability.
• Subsequent corrections: Content errors? Use “Reorder with refresh” (€25), cover image or chapter order require a new ISBN (this is normal in publishing).

Our Terms reserve the option to use content to train our own models.

Important: We will only do this after asking you first, and only if you do not object. Your content is never used automatically or without your permission.

Yes—after book text generation. Initially label content as fundamental (whole book) or supplementary (topic depth). Later you can upload chapter-specific add-ons (sparingly, to avoid overload).

Yes—via “Reorder with refresh” (€25): the book switches to draft; you edit texts/bio/description and republish. (Cover image or chapter order changes require a new ISBN.)

Yes—“Reorder with refresh” (€25) lets you change texts, author bio, or description and republish; the ISBN stays the same.
Cover image or chapter order changes require a new ISBN (industry standard).

Yes—currently German, English, Spanish. Duplicate your project, select the new language, and regenerate book proposal + book texts. Note: It’s a new version, not a 1:1 translation.

Yes. Your texts are yours to reuse—even with a publisher.

The specific story.one book (layout, cover, ISBN) isn’t reused 1:1 externally; a publisher would normally redesign it.

Yes. Upload audio/video (YouTube supported). Check the book proposal/sample chapters to confirm content was recognized correctly—if audio quality is poor, upload your own transcript. For short talks, add slides (text is read) and extra materials; enable enrichment or deep research for contextual examples/data.

Yes. Upload the manuscript; for very long files, prioritize relevant passages (upload limits apply).

If you want your own style reflected, add a style sample (20–40k characters).

Yes. Upload your audio file or YouTube link—the editor transcribes, extracts key points, and builds chapters.

Recommendations:

• Provide ~60 minutes of audio for enough substance; bundle shorter episodes
• Set focus & audience in the briefing; enable enrichment/deep research if needed
• Optionally upload notes to fine-tune examples and data

Yes. The editor detects interview/talk formats, and can structure Q&A chronologically, summarized, or dialog-style (your choice). For depth, use longer interviews or bundle several, and specify focus in the briefing.

Yes. Open any auto-generated chapter in the Text Editor and edit line by line.

Yes. The editor reads multiple formats in parallel and links related information when context is clear. Key remains: filter for relevance and mark sources as fundamental vs. supplementary.

Yes—copy & paste from Word or other tools. The editor shows instantly if a chapter exceeds its maximum length. Tip: remove extra paragraph marks/spaces—they count toward length.

Yes—disable ISBN at checkout. Your book will be printed privately for you and not listed in stores.

Great for gifts, private projects, or corporate publications.

Yes—choose “Discontinue book sales” in your profile for €25. It remains visible in databases but can’t be ordered (“no longer available”). Already printed copies stay in circulation.

Yes. Upload a 20–40k character sample. The editor learns syntax, devices, and vocabulary;  if desired, you can highlight specific quirks (e.g. typical phrases) via watch-outs/briefing. Readability & consistency for your audience remain a priority.

Yes—for cover and interior. Use ≥225 DPI (recommended 300 DPI) and 2 cm safety margins so nothing gets cropped. For people photos, obtain consent.

Yes. The Text Editor is fully mobile-optimized—write, edit chapters, design the cover, and publish right from your phone.

Some countries (e.g., Germany, Austria) require legal deposit copies for national/library archives. Usually relevant only at higher volumes or public interest.

Responsibility lies with you; for questions, email [email protected].

Yes—recommended for critical data/facts (especially if you enabled enrichment/research). That ensures numbers, quotes, and references meet your standard—just like any professional non-fiction book.

No. story.one claims no copyright on Story Editor-generated content.

Legal status of AI-generated texts may vary by jurisdiction; in any case, rights remain with you/the original uploader.

• Delete a story: in your profile in story menue > Edit (only if it’s not part of a published book)
• Remove a story from a book: delete chapters in the book draft
• Delete a book: only if unpublished
• Discontinue book sales: €25—book remains visible in databases but is no longer orderable

Give feedback (email), publish public stories, join collaborative projects, and connect on social channels.

Success stories on our website show how authors use the Story Editor—and invite you to create yourself.

In your account, the Sales Trend feature shows all copies that have been ordered by retailers, produced, and delivered to retailers.
Please note:

• It reflects retailer orders, not final consumer sales. Retailers often hold stock; later sales from inventory don’t change the trend.
• Returns or unpaid/uncollected copies are deducted from royalty calculations.

Exact sales figures are reported twice a year (June 30 & Dec 31) by retail partners, validated, and used as the basis for royalty payouts. Author copies ordered directly from story.one are not included.
Additionally, check the story.one bestseller lists at Thalia Germany and Thalia Austria to see how your book compares to other story.one titles.

After generation, the editor asks chapter-specific reader questions (“test-reader Q&A”). You can regenerate (20 credits/chapter) or edit manually. That way, you improve iteratively without starting from scratch.

Define age, prior knowledge, field, interests. The editor calibrates vocabulary, examples, density, and jargon—from deeply technical (e.g., managers, doctors) to general-audience (explanations, concrete examples).

A good title is short, memorable, audience-fit. The Story Editor suggests titles, but you must check title clearance (e.g., thalia.de, buchhandel.de, search). The editor does not run clearance, and suggestions might already exist.
Tip: test 2–3 favorites with your network; the book draft has a checkbox to disable title hyphenation.

Choose from 2,000+ free images or upload your own. Keep a 2 cm safety margin and remember very dark images print darker (brighten if needed).

One-time options at first order: e.g., vignette swap (€10), back cover tweak (€5), own image with quality check (€25).

Minimum sizes: front (portrait) ≥ 1500×2000 px, front+back (landscape) ≥ 3000×2000 px

In the Text Editor, you see in real time how many pages your chapter has. With the print preview “Check Layout”, you can see exactly how your text will look in the final book. This makes it easy to shorten, split into two stories, or add paragraphs until everything fits perfectly.

Before generating the book proposal, the editor checks if amount/depth fits your goal and flags too much/too little. During the book proposal, content is aligned to scope and depth; afterwards you can adjust (more content, tweak settings).

Choose style (structure/mode), tonality (rhetorical color), and balance (facts vs. narrative) to fit audience & topic. Extreme combinations may seem inconsistent — it’s better to stay coherent or vary only slightly.

Email [email protected] with:

• your username or email
• a short issue description (screenshot helps)
• the title/name of the affected story or book

Support typically replies within 1 business day.

Three layers:

• Quick view in the Text Editor → live page spread (1–3)
• Check layout in the Text Editor → print-like PDF per story
• Print preview in the book draft → final PDF incl. cover & interior

Check: extra line breaks (count!), 2 cm margins, image brightness, title legibility, QR codes.

The book description is your shop window in the marketplace (max. 1,000 characters). It should spark curiosity without giving too much away. Tips:

• Start with emotion or an open question
• Present the theme/mood, not a synopsis
• Use 1–2 topic keywords for findability
• End with an open promise or thought

Show who you are and why you wrote the book—personal, authentic, inviting. Example:    “Born in Vienna, at home in stories. After years in marketing, I now share what I wish I’d read earlier.”

Aim for a voice that makes readers want more from you.

In the Text Editor, select your language (German, English, French, Spanish, Italian) to enable the matching spell/grammar check.

For final polishing, use the integrated WProofreader tool.

Credits are used for each generation/regeneration:

• Book proposal: 200 credits
• Book proposal incl. deep research: 400 credits
• All book texts (12–17 chapters): 600 credits
• Regenerate a chapter: 20 credits

Credit packages (buy anytime):

• 1,000 → €50
• 2,200 → €100
• 5,000 → €200

Books are produced only when ordered.

• No warehousing, no upfront stock
• Local print partners produce near the buyer → faster delivery, lower CO₂
• Sustainable, fair, and flexible production

Click “Review & Publish.” We check:

• Content: compliance with community standards (e.g., no discriminatory content, rights respected)
• Technical: all required fields present (title, language, cover, description, min. 12 chapters)
• If using your own cover image: extra data quality check (resolution, margins, printability)

Next, you buy at least one author copy (from €18). Your book receives an ISBN, is listed in retail databases, and becomes orderable worldwide.

• GDPR-compliant storage on secure EU servers
• No sharing of your content with third parties
• Your data does not train external AI models
• Only you decide what gets published

1. Create a Book Briefing (goal, must-have topics, tone, target audience)
2. Upload assets (text/audio/video/links)
3. Generate the book proposal (title suggestions, detailed ToC, 2 sample chapters, bio, description)
4. Generate the book texts (typically 12–17 chapters), then refine/regenerate as needed
5. Book draft & publication (cover, images/quotes, spell check)

• Book proposal: 200 credits (with Deep Research 400 credits)
• All book texts (12–17 chapters): 600 credits
• Regenerate a chapter: 20 credits

Small free re-generations are fair-use limited; paid generations are always available.

The Text Editor is your online writing studio on story.one. Write chapter by chapter with live preview, automatic formatting, and page counter. Each chapter can have up to three pages of text.

It’s simple—on laptop or smartphone.

• First book proposal: ~20 minutes; with “Deep Research” ~60 minutes
• All book texts: up to 60 minutes for usually 17 chapters (depends on content amount/depth)

With final checks and layout, you can be print-ready the same day.

• Speed: With the Story Editor, your book can be print-ready the same day.
• Simplicity: No long editorial or publisher processes—you start right away.
• End-to-end: From upload to book proposal, book texts, cover, printing, and distribution—all on one platform.
• Human-centric: We’re not an “AI book factory,” but a place where people publish with AI support.
• Transparency & fairness: You keep full rights, pricing is clear, no hidden contracts.

• Production: 2–5 business days
• Delivery: +2–14 days depending on destination

In DACH, expect ~10–14 days total; longer worldwide.

As long as you keep the project. If you delete a project, all data is permanently removed.

• 1 copy: €18
• ≥ 7 copies: €14 each
• ≥ 50 copies: €12 each
• ≥ 300 copies: €8 each, free shipping
• ≥ 1000 copies: €5 each, free shipping

There is no hard minimum — books can also be created from limited material. The more of your own content is available, the more the result is based on your input (instead of additions).
Upper limit: approx. 250–300k characters per project, 1 GB per file.

Royalties on trade sales (not author copies):

• 11–3,000 copies: 10% of gross retail price (€1.80 per book)
• 3,001–10,000 copies: 12%
• 10,001+ copies: 16%

Print-on-demand, local print partners, and efficient logistics reduce overproduction, transport, and CO₂.

Books are printed where they’re ordered—fast, resource-friendly, no warehousing.

• Check the final PDF (print preview) before publication.
• If the target is commercial publication → activate ISBN.
• If the target is private printing → deactivate ISBN.

Keep the 300 milestone in mind: it can be a springboard to Thalia shelves and PR opportunities for you.

• Germany: tax-free side income up to €410/year
• Austria: tax-free side income up to €730/year
• Switzerland: all income must be declared
  For businesses: from €400 royalties, you can provide a VAT ID; invoicing may use reverse-charge.

• Cover portrait (front): ≥ 1500×2000 px
• Cover landscape (front+back): ≥ 3000×2000 px
• DPI: ≥225, recommended 300
• Image size: portrait (cover, interior) 16.8 cm × 24.5 cm, landscape (cover) 31.1 cm × 24.5 cm
• Safety margin: ≥ 2 cm all around (trim)

At story.one you have two ways to create a book:

1. Text Editor: You write yourself — chapter by chapter, with live preview, spell check, and simple handling.
2. Story Editor: You upload existing content (e.g. audio, manuscripts, presentations) and the Story Editor creates a book proposal and then your book texts — structured, consistent, and adaptable.

Both paths lead to the same result: a printed book with ISBN, cover, and worldwide distribution.

Three clear options:

• Focus on your content → minimal additions, maximum use of your assets
• Enrich with general knowledge → brief contextual add-ons
• Use deep research → deeper, related additions (~45–50 min, 200 credits)

These settings control how much external information enters—transparent and similar to a human research/editorial workflow.

After text creation (DIY or Story Editor), you finalize your book with cover, dedication, title, description, and up to 18 color pages. Each chapter has one extra page for an image/quote/QR/short text.

Later changes are possible via “Reorder with refresh” (€25)—except cover image and chapter order.

Proven (human & IP-clean) paths:

• Record a 60–90 min voice memo with your thoughts/stories/data
• Do a friend interview (audio)—often easier, more fluent
• Outline or mind-map, then record a voice note
• Optionally add Wikipedia articles (cite in imprint) and enable enrichment/deep research

The editor analyzes, structures, and writes—just like a human ghostwriter would with your materials.

Books from manuscripts, keynotes, podcasts, interviews, reports, corporate/brand stories, and more. The editor analyzes your material, structures it into chapters, and writes in your chosen style and tone.

• Text: .docx, .txt, .pdf, Markdown
• Audio/Video: .mp3/.m4a/.mp4/.wav/.webm (YouTube links supported)
• Presentations: PowerPoint/Keynote (only slide text is read)
• Links: Wikipedia, YouTube, Google Docs (public/shared)

Tip: Mark files as fundamental (central) or supplementary (additional).

Credits are required to work with the Story Editor. A typical project:

• Book proposal (200) + full book generation (600) = 800 credits
• Additional credits may be needed for chapter re-generations or Deep Research.

“Human-centric” means people come first—not AI. The Story Editor helps you turn your ideas, content, and experiences into a book 300x faster, while your voice and perspective remain intact.
That’s why we deliberately don’t speak of “AI books,” but of books by people that become easier, faster, and more accessible thanks to modern technology

You stay at the center: your content, your perspective, your decisions. The Story Editor accelerates the path to a fact-based non-fiction book, but rights, voice, and control remain with you.

No “AI books”—books by people, supported by technology.

Using story.one is free. Costs occur only for:

• the mandatory purchase of one author copy at publication (from €18)
• optional extras (e.g., cover upgrades, error-correction reorder, market withdrawal)
• using the Story Editor, which requires credits

Each chapter has 3 text pages + 1 extra page for image, quote, QR code, playlist link, graphic, or short text—or keep it blank.

Up to 18 color pages are included at no extra cost. Ensure rights/permissions for quotes/QRs/people photos.

Once your book sells 300 copies in retail (not author copies), story.one notifies Thalia. Your book can then be featured in up to six Thalia flagship stores (e.g., Vienna, Hamburg, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Leipzig, Berlin).

A major boost for visibility, PR, and readings.

Either trim manually (check layout) or regenerate the chapter (20 credits) with a note on what to tighten. Watch blank lines/line breaks—they count toward length.

Enable enrichment or use deep research; then fact-check. Alternatively, upload more assets, reduce the number of chapters, or choose a more narrative style.

Curate up front: mark relevant items as fundamental, others as supplementary; remove duplicates. For very large sets, condense core statements or split into multiple projects.

• Google Docs: ensure it’s publicly accessible (“Anyone with the link can view/download”)
• YouTube: the editor only reads videos/podcasts with an available transcript. If missing, upload your own transcript as a text file.

Other links aren’t auto-supported at the moment.

It works like a researcher: from your assets + briefing, it collects public, thematically relevant information (incl. timely aspects where useful) and integrates it contextually. Ideal when content is scarce or you want more depth. Effort: ~45–50 min, 200 credits (book proposal incl. research 400 credits).

It’s your instruction to the editor: goal, audience, must-have topics, deeper dives, tone/tonality, watch-outs (do’s/don’ts), optional personal anecdotes. Plain language is enough—no prompt tricks required. Precision yields targeted results; freedom yields creative proposals. It mirrors a human editorial/ghostwriting process—just faster.

MeinBuch@Thalia lets you display your book for at least one month in a Thalia store.

• Requirement: you order 50 or more copies for yourself via story.one (+ 3 free promo copies)
• Choose among participating Thalia stores (e.g., Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Cologne, Leipzig, Vienna)
• The store orders copies and places them prominently

You’re not buying shelf space—you qualify through engagement (great for readings, local reach, social media)

Free micro-regenerations (e.g., titles, bio) are limited because they consume compute. If you hit the cap, the free service pauses briefly for one hour.

Paid generations (e.g., chapters or book proposal) are always available.

The Story Editor turns your non-fiction content (text, audio, video, slides, links) into a complete book—from book proposal to chapters to press-ready output. Goal: publish knowledge and experience quickly, precisely, and in the right tone for your audience, while you stay in control (briefing, re-generations, manual edits).

Any left-to-right language works. Multilingual books are possible. Set the correct language in the editor to activate matching spell-check (German, English, French, Spanish, Italian).

story.one is the first end-to-end platform that turns your existing content into a professional non-fiction book in just a few hours. Whether it’s a podcast, interview, manuscript, talk, or notes—the Story Editor creates a structured book with ISBN, cover, printing, and worldwide distribution.
What’s unique is our blend of human-centric publishing (you remain the author; AI is just a tool) and a unified, high-quality book format that works consistently everywhere.

story.one currently provides print-on-demand only. You keep all rights and can publish e-books or audiobooks elsewhere anytime.

If you write about real people or use photos of people, get consent first. For interviews or quotes, ensure you have the necessary rights—otherwise anonymize or pseudonymize.

There are predefined non-fiction styles (e.g. factual-analytical, advisory, narrative, business-like, scientific, modern). Each style has a default balance between information and storytelling — adjustable for your project. Examples/characterizations can be found directly in the briefing dialog.

• Start with a hook (question, image, thought)
• Build a clear arc
• Use paragraphs for readability
• End with an insight or takeaway
• Avoid repetition—chapters are short and precise

You can publish any non-fiction that moves, inspires, or informs people. Typical examples:

• Guides, business books & essays
• Personal stories & memoirs
• Science & society explained clearly
• Interview and experience collections
• Corporate and brand stories

Note: If you use the DIY Text Editor, you can also use the format for fiction (e.g., short stories or poetry slams).

All story.one books use a unified, high-quality format:

• 12–17 chapters, each with up to 3 pages of text
• One extra page per chapter for an image, quote, or QR code
• Compact hardcover (5×8 inches / approx. 12.7 × 20.3 cm)

The format is designed so books can be read in about an hour, but leave a lasting impact. Through standardization, production, distribution, and readability are consistent worldwide — no matter where your book is ordered.

We want everyone to have a voice—and to make knowledge, experience, and ideas quickly accessible as real books.

Human-centric publishing: people remain the authors; AI is the tool that brings structure, speed, and quality.

The fixed format (~12.7 × 20.3 cm, hardcover) gives clarity:

• 12–17 chapters, each max. 3 pages
• +1 extra page per chapter (image/quote/QR)
• ~60–80 pages total—quick to read, focused in content

It keeps design, production, and global distribution consistent—and readers know what to expect.

You receive royalties starting from the 11th trade sale. Payouts are semi-annual (cut-offs June 30 and Dec 31). About three weeks later, your balance appears in your author profile, and you can request payment (IBAN).

Usually within 1–3 days it’s visible in major online shops (e.g., Thalia, Amazon, Hugendubel). Bookstores can order it too. Each order triggers print-on-demand—no stock, no waiting.

Your book can be ordered from 6,000+ online shops—incl. Thalia, Amazon, Osiander, Hugendubel, and international retailers.
It’s also orderable in physical bookstores: once customers ask, booksellers can order it directly.

story.one is fully web-based and works on all common devices—PC, laptop, tablet, smartphone. Writing, cover design, and publishing are mobile-ready.

We work with strong partners, including:

• Thalia – Europe’s largest bookseller for visibility & availability in retail
• Libri – one of Europe’s leading book logistics providers for efficient distribution
• ExtensityAI – research partner behind the Story Editor technology

We’re continually expanding partnerships in culture, education, science, and media.

story.one is for anyone who wants to turn thoughts, experiences, or expertise into a book—without a publisher, without hurdles, and without long wait times. Typical users:

• Coaches, speakers & entrepreneurs who want to share their message
• Scientists & experts who want to publish quickly
• People with personal stories, memoirs or experiences
• Teams or organizations that want to create a book together

In short: anyone can make a book—even with no prior writing experience.

For everyone who wants to publish compact, well-founded, and timely non-fiction books: coaches, entrepreneurs, scientists, teams—as well as anyone who wants to efficiently turn existing content into book form.

You do. story.one only receives a simple license to publish and distribute your book. You can reuse your content anytime—e.g., as an e-book or audiobook elsewhere.

The button appears only when all mandatory fields are present:

• Title
• Language
• Cover
• Dedication
• Genre
• Book description (min. 1 character)
• Biography
• At least 12 chapters
• Imprint

If anything is missing (see the “?” hints), the button won’t appear.