Q1: What is Youbooks? A: Youbooks is an AI book generator that creates well-structured non-fiction books based on your description and optional content sources. It uses AI models to research, structure, develop, write, and edit your book.
Q2: Can I use Youbooks for fiction books? A: Currently, Youbooks is designed for non-fiction books only. We are considering adding a fiction workflow in the future.
Q3: How much does it cost to generate a book? A: The cost is approximately $3 for a 15,000-word book. You can save 10% by registering an account, logging in, and using credits.
Q4: Are there any free options? A: Yes, you can generate free books with some limitations. Free books cannot be longer than 20,000 words, you cannot provide sources, and they cannot be used commercially. These books are also freely available for anyone to download.
Q5: What file formats can I upload as sources? A: Youbooks supports PDF, EPUB, TXT, ODT, RTF, and HTML formats for source uploads.
Q6: Is there a limit to the source material I can upload? A: Each source can include multiple files but must not exceed 100,000 words in total. Individual files should be up to 10MB and have a minimum of 2,000 words.
Q7: How does the AI use the provided sources? A: The AI can use sources in three modes: "No influence," "Enrich the outline," and "Strong influence." These modes determine how much the sources impact the book's structure and content.
Q8: What's the maximum word count for a generated book? A: You can set a target word count of up to 150,000 words.
Q9: In what formats will I receive my completed book? A: Your book will be available in PDF, EPUB, and Word formats.
Q10: How long does it take to generate a book? A: Generation time varies based on length. A short book (10,000 characters) takes 5-10 minutes, while longer books can take up to an hour. Using new sources may increase the time.
Q11: Can I edit the book after it's been generated? A: Yes, there are no limitations on editing either free or commercial books after generation.
Q12: What if I'm not satisfied with the generated book? A: If you're not satisfied with the output, please contact our support team through the support interface (message button in the bottom right corner of the website).
Q13: Do I have exclusive copyright to the generated book? A: For commercial (paid) books, you have exclusive rights and the book is private. Free books are published on our website and available for anyone to download.
Q14: Can I use Youbooks on multiple devices? A: Yes, Youbooks is a web app accessible from any browser or mobile device.
Q15: Are there any quality assurances for the generated content? A: While we strive for quality, we recommend trying our free service first to assess the output quality before proceeding to a paid book.
Q16: What happens if the book generation fails? A: If Youbooks fails to produce your book due to AI issues, our system will issue a refund. Credit payments will be returned as credits, while money payments will be refunded to your account (this may take a few days).
Q17: Can I collaborate with others on a book project? A: Currently, there is no collaboration option within the app.
Q18: Do you offer any self-publishing services? A: No, we do not offer self-publishing services. You can use platforms like Amazon KDP or IngramSpark for self-publishing.
Q19: How do I report a problem or bug? A: Please use the support button in the bottom right corner of the screen to report any issues.
Q20: Do credits expire? A: No, your purchased credits never expire.
Remember, if you have any questions not covered here, you can always reach out to our support team for assistance.