Skip to main content

Product Purchase & Checkout Flows

This guide covers how to purchase Bookcicle products and services, including the Desktop App, AI-powered editorial and translation services, ghostwriting, and analytics. You'll learn about available plans, checkout workflows, pricing, bundles, and how to use coupons or select advanced options.

Bookcicle Desktop App​

Overview​

The Bookcicle Desktop App brings powerful writing, editing, and AI tools directly to your computer. It supports Windows, Mac, and Linux, and is designed for both solo authors and teams.

Key Features:

  • Multi-window support for multiple projects
  • Offline editing and AI tools
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Customizable themes and layouts
  • Export to DOCX, PDF, Markdown, HTML, ePub, and more
  • Secure, fast performance (built on Rust)

Purchase Options​

  • Annual Subscription: $69.99/year (intro price; regular $99.99/year)
  • Lifetime License: $300 (limited quantity; AI usage billed separately)

How to Buy​

  1. Visit the Desktop App page.
  2. Choose your preferred license (annual or lifetime).
  3. Click the relevant purchase button to proceed to checkout.
  4. Download links are provided for Windows, Mac, and Linux. The site auto-detects your OS, but you can manually select another if needed.

FAQ & Disclaimers​

  • Offline Use: Draft and edit offline; AI features require internet.
  • Sync: Optionally sync projects to your Bookcicle cloud account.
  • AI Billing: AI usage is metered unless you have an Ultimate AI subscription.
  • Lifetime License: Includes all software updates, but AI usage is billed separately.
  • Usage: Individual use only; contact us for organizational licensing.

AI Services: Editorial, Translation, Ghostwriting, Convert​

Bookcicle offers a suite of AI-powered services to help you draft, edit, translate, and adapt your manuscripts. All services are designed for human-in-the-loop workflows—AI accelerates, but you remain in control.

Service Catalog​

ServiceDescriptionStarting Price
GhostwritingAI drafts chapters or full manuscripts in your style$79.99
EditorialCopy, line, or developmental editing with AI and human review$45.99
TranslationLiterary translation preserving voice and rhythm (10+ languages)$45.99
Literary ConvertAdapt your work between formats (novel → screenplay, etc.)$45.99
Analytics (Add-on)Deep insights, tropes, pacing, and summary report (with Editorial only)$24.99

Bundles​

  • Ghostwriting + Editorial: $119.99 (save $29.99 vs separate)
  • Editorial + Translation: $79.99 (save $11.99)
  • Editorial + Convert: $79.99 (save $11.99)

How to Purchase​

  1. Choose a Service:
    • Visit the relevant service page (Ghostwriting, Editorial, Translation, Convert).
  2. Configure Your Order:
    • Click "Buy Now" or "Start" to open the configuration dialog.
    • Select options like editing type, target language, or format.
    • For Studio (Ultimate AI) subscribers, you can pick your preferred AI model.
    • Optionally add Advanced Analytics (Editorial only).
    • Apply coupon code SAVE10 for 10% off.
  3. Bundles:
    • Select a bundle to combine services and save.
    • Bundles automatically include all relevant options and discounts.
  4. Checkout:
    • Review your selections and total price (coupon and bundle savings shown).
    • Click "Continue to checkout" to proceed with secure payment (Stripe).

Coupon Usage​

  • Enter or select the coupon code SAVE10 during checkout to receive 10% off your order.
  • Coupon applies to both single services and bundles.

Advanced Options​

  • Model Selection: Studio (Ultimate AI) subscribers can choose from multiple top AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Amazon, etc.) for their jobs.
  • Analytics Add-on: Add Advanced Analytics for a detailed report on plot, themes, tropes, and pacing (available with Editorial or bundles that include Editorial).

Human-in-the-Loop Guarantee​

All AI outputs should be reviewed and, if needed, revised by a human editor before publishing. Bookcicle recommends a human-in-the-middle approach for quality and accuracy.

Checkout & Cart Workflow​

  • Cart: Your selected services and options are added to a cart before checkout. Bundles appear as a single item with included services listed.
  • Secure Payment: All payments are processed via Stripe for your security.
  • Order Confirmation: After payment, you’ll receive confirmation and instructions for uploading your manuscript or downloading software.

Frequently Asked Questions​

General​

  • How long do jobs take? Most AI jobs complete in under an hour. During peak demand, allow up to 24 hours.
  • What file formats are supported? Upload .docx, .html, or .md files. Exports are available in the same formats.
  • What are the word limits? Up to 200,000 words per job (3MB .docx). Longer works can be split.
  • Do I retain rights to my work? Yes. You retain all rights to your content and AI-generated outputs.
  • Are refunds available? Once processing starts, refunds are not possible.

Editorial & Ghostwriting​

  • Does AI replace a human editor? No. AI accelerates and surfaces issues, but final judgment stays with you (or your human editor).
  • How close to finished is the AI output? Typically 70–80% complete. Human review and revision are essential.

Translation​

  • What languages are supported? English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), and more.
  • How is quality handled? High-grade multilingual models are used, but a human pass is recommended for cultural nuances.

Convert​

  • What formats can I convert to? Screenplay, play script, radio drama, comic script, poem, and more.
  • Can I convert a full novel? Yes, up to 200,000 words per job.

Analytics​

  • What does Advanced Analytics include?
    • Summary panel with key takeaways
    • Entity and topic analysis
    • Tropes, beats, and genre classification
    • Deep dives and exportable reports

Disclaimers & Usage​

warning

This documentation page is not the source of truth for legal policy, only a readable interpretation. Please consult our official policy available at https://bookcicle.com

  • AI outputs may contain inaccuracies. Always review before publishing.
  • Submit only content you can lawfully share. You retain all rights to your work.
  • Formatting: Use content-only manuscripts with clear section headings (H1/H2 or #/##).
  • Refunds: Once processing starts, refunds are not possible.
  • Lifetime License: AI usage is billed separately unless you have an Ultimate AI subscription.
  • Usage Limitations: Individual licenses only; contact us for organizational needs.

Support​

If you have questions about purchasing, pricing, or using Bookcicle services, please contact us.