Help Page

Read the how-to guide, find FAQs, and learn about AI models

Begin your creative journey by navigating to the Write a Book section and following these setup steps:

Choose Your Format: Select from Novel (long-form with chapters), Tale (complete short stories), Non-Fiction (educational content), Gamebook (interactive with reader choices), Poetry (artistic verse), or Script/Screenplay (dialogue-focused).
Pick Creation Mode: Choose Fast Creation for essential options only, or Advanced Creation for full customization control.
Select AI Model: Choose based on your quality needs and credit budget. Check the Models & Cost tab for detailed comparisons.
Set Language & Audience: Choose your writing language and select the appropriate age rating for your target readers.
Define Your Concept: Provide your story concept and genre. You can auto-generate or write custom descriptions to guide the AI's creativity.
Customize Details: In Advanced mode, specify world settings, character details, point of view, tone, and author style to shape your narrative voice.
Configure Structure: Choose between structured (defined chapters) or open-ended writing, set pages per chapter, words per page, and AI memory depth.

Once your book is created, you'll be taken to the writing interface where you can develop your story page by page:

Initial Generation: Your book's title and introduction are automatically generated based on your setup preferences.
Continue Writing: Click Write Next Page to generate the next part of your story. Each generation costs credits based on your selected AI model.
Guide the AI: Use the Instructions for Next Page field to provide specific direction (e.g., "Focus on character development", "Add a plot twist", "Describe the setting in detail").
Advanced Options: Access additional settings to change AI models per page, adjust memory depth, modify words per page, or set chapter/story endings.
Gamebook Choices: For interactive stories, select from AI-generated options to direct the narrative. Linear gamebooks converge to a main storyline, while multiple-path gamebooks lead to different endings.
Navigation: Use the Contents panel (top left button) to navigate between pages and chapters, or use the previous/next page buttons at the bottom.

Perfect your content using our AI-powered editing tools:

Enable Writer Mode: Switch to Writer Mode in the Reading Settings to access editing features and see content modification options.
Rewrite Pages: Use Rewrite to completely regenerate a page with new content and direction. Ideal for taking the story in a completely different direction.
Edit with AI: Choose Edit with AI to make targeted improvements while preserving the existing content. Perfect for refining tone, fixing inconsistencies, or enhancing specific elements.
Provide Clear Instructions: Give specific guidance like "Make the dialogue more humorous", "Add more descriptive details about the setting", or "Improve character development".
Model Flexibility: Change AI models for individual pages to leverage different strengths (e.g., premium models for complex plot points, efficient models for straightforward narrative).
Share Feedback: After generating content, provide feedback to help improve the AI's performance for your future writing projects.

Enhance your story with AI-generated images using our three-step process:

Access Image Tools: Click Images in the top right to open the image generation and gallery panel.
Step 1 - Select Location: Choose which page you want to create an image for. Enable Include Title for cover images to integrate the book title into the design.
Step 2 - Content & Style: Select "Auto Generated" to create images based on your page content, or choose "Custom entry" to write your own image description. You can also specify a visual style or let the AI choose automatically.
Step 3 - Technical Settings: Choose an AI model based on your needs and select the aspect ratio (portrait, square, or landscape) that best fits your vision.
Generate & Select: Create multiple image variations and select your favorite from the gallery. Images can be applied to any page, including covers and chapter pages.
Model Features: Different image models offer unique capabilities like photorealism, artistic styles, or text integration. Check the Models & Cost tab for detailed comparisons and credit costs.

Transform your text into engaging audio content with our narrator selection system:

Generate Audio: After creating a page, click the Generate Audio button (headphones icon) at the bottom of the page.
Choose Voice Technology: Click Select Narrator to open the voice panel, then select from available voice technologies based on your quality needs and features.
Select or Create Narrators: Choose from built-in narrators or create custom voices by uploading audio samples. Each voice technology has its own set of available narrators.
Custom Voice Creation: Upload a clear audio sample (10-30 seconds for most technologies) to clone your voice or create unique narrators. Enable Clean-Up Audio for microphone recordings.
Technology-Specific Narrators: Custom narrators are tied to the specific voice technology used to create them and cannot be used with other voice systems.
Regenerate Audio: You can regenerate audio for any page at any time by clicking Re-Generate Audio below the audio player.
Audiobook Export: Use the Export Audiobook option in the Options panel to combine all narrated pages into a single MP3 file (feature coming soon).

Share your completed work with the world using our publishing and export options:

Customize Reading Experience: Use Layout options to optimize display (Auto-Adapt, All Columns, Contents + Story, Story + Options, or Full Width) and adjust font settings in Reading Settings.
Export to PDF: Click PDF to create downloadable versions with customizable formatting, margins, page size, and image inclusion options. Choose between fast (DomPDF) or high-quality (mPDF) rendering.
Publish Online: Make your book publicly discoverable by clicking Publish. Set your author alias and remember that published books cannot be edited or removed later.
Personal Collection: Add books to your personal reading list with the My List button for easy access and organization.
Reading Modes: Switch between Reader mode (optimized for reading) and Writer mode (shows editing options) in Reading Settings based on your current activity.
Share and Promote: Once published, share your books on social media or via direct link to showcase your AI-assisted literary creations to a wider audience.

Text Models

Model	Description	Credits/Page	Memory Cost	Max Memory	Avg. Time (sec)	Plan
GPT-4.1-mini	Advanced AI model for text generation	1 credit	0.2 per 1000 pages	1000 pages	~7s	Free
GPT-4.1	Advanced AI model for text generation	5 credits	0.5 per 1000 pages	1000 pages	~14s	Free
GPT-4.5	OpenAI's most advanced model, offering exceptional performance in complex reasoning, creativity, and accuracy. Ideal for...	30 credits	3.0 per 100 pages	100 pages	~38s	Premium
GPT-4o-mini Legacy	A streamlined version of our flagship model, optimized for efficiency without compromising quality. Perfect for rapid it...	1 credit	0.1 per 100 pages	100 pages	~17s	Free
GPT-4o Legacy	Openai flagship model delivering sophisticated narratives with exceptional coherence and creativity. Excels at complex s...	5 credits	0.5 per 100 pages	100 pages	~10s	Free
GPT-3.5 Legacy	This model delivers solid writing capabilities with moderate consistency in narratives. While it prioritizes speed, ther...	1 credit	0.2 per 10 pages	10 pages	~5s	Free
GPT-4 Legacy	A model that excels in delivering top-notch literary quality and seamless story narratives. While its unmatched abilitie...	10 credits	1.0 per 50 pages	50 pages	~26s	Free
Llama-4 Maverick	Advanced AI model for text generation	2 credits	0.2 per 100 pages	100 pages	~30s	Premium
Llama-4 Scout	Advanced AI model for text generation	2 credits	0.2 per 1000 pages	1000 pages	~30s	Premium
Llama-3.1 Legacy	A powerful open-source model with 405 billion parameters, offering sophisticated language understanding and generation. ...	5 credits	1.0 per 100 pages	100 pages	~29s	Free
Llama-3 Legacy	An open-source model that surpasses GPT-3.5 in performance but doesn't reach the level of GPT-4. Despite this, it is hig...	1 credit	0.2 per 10 pages	10 pages	~30s	Free
Deepseek V-3	Advanced AI model for text generation	2 credits	0.5 per 100 pages	100 pages	~30s	Premium
Grok-3-mini	Advanced AI model for text generation	1 credit	0.2 per 100 pages	100 pages	~30s	Free
Grok-3	Advanced AI model for text generation	5 credits	0.5 per 100 pages	100 pages	~30s	Premium
Grok-2 Legacy	A cutting-edge experimental model that brings fresh perspectives to creative writing. Combines analytical precision with...	5 credits	0.5 per 100 pages	100 pages	~30s	Free

*Memory cost applies after the first 5 pages which are included at no extra cost.

Image Models

Model	Description	Credits/Image	Avg. Time (sec)	Plan
SEEDREAM-3	Advanced AI model for image generation	5 credits	~15s	Premium
KONTEXT MAX	Advanced AI model for image generation	10 credits	~10s	Premium
KONTEXT PRO	Advanced AI model for image generation	5 credits	~10s	Free
IDEOGRAM-3	Advanced AI model for image generation	10 credits	~15s	Premium
IMAGEN-4	Advanced AI model for image generation	5 credits	~15s	Premium
RECRAFT-3	Advanced AI model for image generation	5 credits	~15s	Premium
MINIMAX	Advanced AI model for image generation	3 credits	~40s	Free
FLUX pro	Advanced AI model for image generation	5 credits	~10s	Premium
FLUX	Advanced AI model for image generation	1 credit	~10s	Free

*Cost and features may vary by model. Title text support indicates if the model can render text directly on images.

Audio Models

Model	Description	Credits/Page	Avg. Time (sec)	Plan
Minimax Speech	Advanced AI model for audio generation	20 credits	~30s	Premium
Openai GPT-4o TTS	Advanced AI model for audio generation	3 credits	~30s	Free
Openai TTS	Advanced AI model for audio generation	5 credits	~4s	Free
XTTS-2	Advanced AI model for audio generation	5 credits	~72s	Premium

*Audio models power the text-to-speech and narration features. Some models support custom voice cloning, while others offer a range of built-in narrators.

What is NovelistAI?

NovelistAI is a cutting-edge platform that harnesses artificial intelligence to generate completely original novels, stories, and interactive books. Whether you're an aspiring writer seeking inspiration, a reader exploring AI-generated literature, or a creator looking to produce audiobooks and illustrated content, NovelistAI offers a revolutionary storytelling experience across multiple formats and languages.

How do I create an account and get started?

Creating an account is simple and free. Click 'Sign Up' and provide your email address and password. You'll receive a confirmation email to verify your account. Once verified, you can start exploring our library and try creating your first book with our free credits.

How do I find and read books?

Simply create an account and visit the 'Library' page to browse books by language, genre, and other filters. All published books are free to read - just click on any title to start reading. You can customize your reading experience with different layout options, font settings, and even listen to audio narration if available.

What's the difference between Novel, Tale, Gamebook, and other formats?

Each format is designed for different storytelling needs: Novels are full-length multi-chapter books perfect for complex narratives. Tales are shorter, complete stories ideal for focused themes. Gamebooks are interactive stories where readers make choices. Non-Fiction is for educational content. Poetry focuses on verse and artistic expression. Scripts are for dialogue-heavy, performance-ready content.

How do I start writing a book?

Navigate to the 'Write a Book' section and follow the guided steps. Choose your format (Novel, Tale, Non-Fiction, Gamebook, Poetry, or Script), select an AI model, language, and age rating. Define your story concept and customize additional settings as needed. The AI will then generate your book's title and introduction.

How can I edit my books?

You have multiple options to edit and enhance your books. Switch to 'Writer Mode' in the Options panel to enable content editing. Use the 'Rewrite' feature to completely regenerate a page with new instructions if you want to take the story in a different direction. Try 'Edit with AI' to make targeted improvements while preserving most of the existing content. You can provide specific instructions to guide the AI in making desired changes, such as adjusting tone, adding details, or improving dialogue.

How do I generate images for my book?

Click the 'Images' button to open the image generation panel. You can use auto-generated prompts or write your own, then select from AI models like SEEDREAM, IDEOGRAM, RECRAFT-3, or FLUX based on your artistic needs. For book covers, you can enable the 'Include Title' option. Generate multiple options and choose your favorite to apply to your book.

How do I create audio narration for my book?

After generating a page, click the 'Generate Audio' button (headphones icon). Select a voice technology (OpenAI TTS, XTTS, or MINIMAX), then choose from available narrators or create your own by uploading a voice sample. Once selected, audio will be generated for your page. You can also export all narrated pages as a single audiobook file.

How do I purchase credits and what are the different plans?

You can purchase credits from your account dashboard. We offer flexible credit packages and subscription plans. Free accounts receive limited credits to try the platform. Premium plans include monthly credit allowances and access to advanced features like custom voice creation and priority generation.

What is the cost to generate content on your platform?

Our platform uses 'credits' as currency for content generation. Credit costs vary based on the AI models you select:

Text Generation: 1-30 credits per page depending on model
Image Creation: 1-10 credits per image depending on model
Audio Narration: 1-5 credits per page depending on voice type
Memory Depth: Additional credits for pages beyond the first 5

You can always see the exact credit cost before generating any content. Visit our Models & Cost section for detailed pricing information.

Can I export or publish my books?

Yes! You can export your book to PDF with customizable formatting options using the 'PDF' button. You can adjust margins, page size, and include/exclude images. To make your book publicly available on the platform, click 'Publish' in the Options panel, which allows other users to discover and read your creation. You can also add your book to your personal collection with the 'My List' button for easy access later, and share your published books on social media or via direct link.

What should I do if my book generation fails or takes too long?

If generation fails, first check your internet connection and try again. High-demand periods may cause delays. If the problem persists, try switching to a different AI model or reducing memory depth. For continued issues, contact our support team - we monitor all generations and can help resolve technical problems.

Can I get a refund?

Due to the inherent costs associated with utilizing computational resources for AI-driven content generation, we are unable to offer refunds once content has been generated. Each request for AI-generated content incurs a cost from the moment of activation, utilizing credits from your purchased plan or credit package.