How is PublisherKit different from Google Sheets for managing royalties?

PublisherKit automates royalty calculations based on contract terms, generates author statements, tracks payment history, and provides an audit trail. Spreadsheets require manual formulas, have no version control, and break at scale. PublisherKit eliminates formula errors and saves 10+ hours per month.

How much does PublisherKit cost?

Starter plan is $20/month for unlimited authors and up to 100 titles. Pro plan is $50/month for unlimited everything plus financial reports and analytics. Enterprise pricing is custom. All plans include a 14-day free trial.

Can PublisherKit track royalties across different contract types?

Yes. PublisherKit supports 5 contract types: distribution (5% royalty), standard (15%), full-service (25%), traditional (35%), and custom. Each contract auto-calculates royalties based on the agreed split.

Do my authors get their own portal?

Yes. Authors receive an invite link, accept with one click, and get access to their royalty dashboard. They can view revenue, download statements, and track their books across all formats. No account setup required.

Can I migrate from spreadsheets to PublisherKit?

Yes. PublisherKit supports importing author and book data. Add authors, set up contracts, and start tracking royalties within a day. No technical setup required.

Feature

Author Portal

A professional portal for your authors. One-click invite. Zero setup.

One-click invite

Send an invite link. Authors click it and they're in. No account creation forms, no password setup, no onboarding flow. They accept your invite and immediately see their dashboard. Friction: zero.

Royalty dashboard for authors

Authors see their earnings: total royalties, earnings by title, earnings by period. Clear, transparent data that answers 'how much did I make?' without a phone call to you. Updated as sales are recorded.

Payment history view

Every payment you've made to the author is logged: amount, date, period covered, payment method. Authors have a complete record. No more 'did I get paid for Q2?' emails.

Book assignments

Authors see which books are assigned to them, each book's current status, format availability, and pricing. They know exactly what's published, what's in production, and what's coming next.

Download royalty statements

Authors can download their own royalty statements for any period. Professional PDFs they can use for tax filing, financial planning, or their own records. Self-service — no publisher involvement needed.

Professional publisher branding

The portal carries your publisher name and identity. Authors see your brand, not ours. The portal builds trust — it shows you run a real operation with real systems, not a spreadsheet and a prayer.

How competitors compare

Google Sheets has no portal — you're emailing screenshots. Notion Press has a portal, but it's their brand, not yours. Gumroad gives creators a dashboard, not publishers. PublisherKit gives your authors a portal under your brand.

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