Simple, transparent pricing
Start with Basic for $0/month and add book pages a la carte for $35 each, or upgrade to Plus ($4.99/mo) for unlimited book pages and premium features.
Basic
Basic is free forever. No credit card required.
- Free public author profile
- Book pages: $35 one-time each
- Bonus content (videos, book art, Spotify playlist)
- Links to socials
- Newsletter signup forms
- Fan Mail and optional support payments from readers
- Analytics dashboard
Plus
Unlimited books, premium features, wallpaper themes.
- Everything in Basic
- Unlimited book pages
- Wallpaper themes
- ARC and beta signup forms
- Events section and countdown clock add-ins
- Early access to new features
Everything a book page includes
Book pages come packed with features to help you connect with readers.
Fan Mail
Readers can send you messages and notes right from the page. Like and reply to build genuine connections.
Letter to your readers
Add a personal letter on each book page so readers can hear from you directly.
Thank-you videos
Record a personal video that plays right on your book page.
Book art gallery
Showcase character art and illustrations to give more context to your books.
Reader signups
Newsletter, ARC, and beta reader signups built in.
Reader support
Allow readers to support your work with voluntary tips via Stripe, or use your Quilltips page + Stripe to accept in-person payments for your books.
Playlists
Add Spotify playlists to your book page so readers can feel the vibes.
Reading recs
Curate a list of books you recommend — great for discovery.
Links and QR codes
Authors get easy links and QR codes they can share online or print on their books and other physical swag.
How Quilltips compares
Purpose-built for authors, not adapted from a generic link tool.
| Feature | Quilltips | Link-in-bioLink-in-bio tools | Custom siteCustom website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author profile page | |||
| Individual book pages | — | ||
| Bonus content (letter to readers, videos, art) | — | ||
| Fan mail & messages | — | — | |
| Email list signups | — | ||
| QR code generator | — | ||
| Reader tips via Stripe | — | — | |
| No design experience required | — |
Pricing FAQ
Is the author profile really free?
Yes — completely free, forever. You get a public profile page, custom URL, reader signups, fan mail, and analytics at no cost.
How much do book pages cost on Basic?
On Basic, each book page costs a one-time $35 payment. Plus ($4.99/month) includes unlimited book pages at no extra charge.
What does Plus include?
Plus ($4.99/month) includes unlimited book pages, ARC & beta signups, events, countdown clock, wallpaper themes, and early access to new features. Upgrade anytime from Settings & Billing.
Are there any recurring fees?
Basic is $0/month forever. Plus ($4.99/month) is optional. Upgrade when you want unlimited book pages and premium features.
What about payment processing fees?
Stripe charges its standard processing fee (typically 2.9% + 30¢) on each tip. Quilltips takes a 5% fee on payments authors receive through Support buttons or in-person checkout.
Can I try before upgrading?
Yes. Start with the free author profile, explore the dashboard, and upgrade to Plus when you're ready for unlimited books and premium features.
Start for free today
Your readers are waiting. Create your author profile and see what Quilltips can do.