What is Pinery?
The all-in-one solution for writing, designing, and self-publishing books with Markdown.
Problem
Users writing books struggle with tools that don't integrate writing, designing, and self-publishing efficiently, leading to fragmented workflows and time-consuming formatting adjustments.
Solution
A Markdown-based book writing and publishing platform enabling users to write in Markdown, design layouts, and directly publish to multiple formats (e.g., PDF, eBook) and platforms like Amazon KDP. Example: Authors can export a print-ready PDF with automated styling.
Customers
Authors, self-publishers, and technical writers who prioritize simplicity, Markdown enthusiasts, and indie creators seeking cost-effective publishing tools.
Unique Features
End-to-end Markdown-driven workflow with built-in design templates, real-time preview, one-click publishing to major platforms, and version control for collaborative writing.
User Comments
Simplifies book formatting for non-tech users
Saves weeks of design work
Seamless export to Amazon KDP
Markdown keeps focus on content
Affordable alternative to traditional tools
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt in 2024 with 500+ upvotes and 1K+ active users. Founder has 2K+ followers on X/Twitter. MRR not disclosed, but pricing starts at $10/month.
Market Size
The global self-publishing market is valued at $1.25 billion in 2021 (Statista). Over 1.7 million self-published titles released annually in the US alone (Bowker).
