Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to what people ask most.

Getting started

How detailed should the brief be? Keep it short — audience, outcome, tone. Add must-include facts later.
Genre vs. category — what’s the difference? Genre sets tone (for example, Cozy Fantasy). Category adds the lens (for example, Engineering Leadership).

How much does a GhostWriter draft cost? 1 credit per chapter draft. New accounts start with 3 free credits.
Is generating a TOC free? Yes. You can create and iterate on your table of contents at no cost.
When should I regenerate from edited? When your saved text is close and needs polish, not a rewrite.
Can I reference outside material? Yes — add links in context or use Creator Inputs and Story Paths.

What are credits? Credits are your account balance for GhostWriter. 1 credit = 1 chapter draft. They work across all your books and never expire.
How do I buy credits? Click the credit badge in the header or visit the Buy Credits page. Packs range from 5 credits ($10) to 100 credits ($99).
What if a draft fails? Your credit is automatically refunded. You only pay for drafts that complete successfully.
Do credits expire? No. Credits stay in your account until you use them.

What cover size works? A 3:4 image (around 1200 x 1600) is a safe choice.
How much does an EPUB export cost? 3 credits. PDF and DOCX exports are always free.
How do I share drafts without giving access? Download DOCX/PDF and send the files.