Blurb BookWright
8.2#3 in print-on-demand platformsFree planFree planiOSWebAPImacOS
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Calamus Compile
6.7#11 in book layout softwareFrom $4.99 a monthiOSWebmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Blurb BookWright | Calamus Compile |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Purpose | BookWright is desktop bookmaking software for designing custom books. | Compile turns a manuscript in Calamus into a paginated, retailer-ready EPUB or PDF. |
Blurb BookWright plans
- BookWright software—
- Softcover photo book$12 a month
- ImageWrap Hardcover photo book$32 a month
- Linen Hardcover with Dust Jacket photo book$32 a month
- Layflat photo book$60 a month
- BookWrightFree
Calamus Compile plans
- Calamus Ideas$4.99 a month
- Calamus$129, paid once
Pick Blurb BookWright if…
BookWright suits people designing custom books, photo books, magazines, notebooks, or wall art on a desktop. It is a fit for users who want to edit offline and choose print or PDF output.
Pick Calamus Compile if…
Compile suits fiction and nonfiction writers preparing ebook and print files from Calamus manuscripts. It is relevant to authors targeting the listed retailer destinations and trim sizes.