Learn Why Authors Choose Co*Author Instead of Scribe Media
Get published faster with complete marketing support for half the investment.
Top Reasons to Choose Co*Author Top Reasons to Choose Co*Author
Half the Investment
Pay $18K-50K vs $56K-100K+ with larger firms. We deliver your professionally written book faster, with optional marketing and brand-building services available.
2x Faster to Publish
Get published in 6-9 months vs 12-18 months. Start building authority and generating opportunities faster.
Complete Marketing
Marketing Foundation package available: author website, LinkedIn optimization, outreach setup, and training to turn your book into a lead generation system
Founded by Authors
Work directly with founders Diana—published author with 7 books at major publishers (Penguin, Hachette) and publisher/marketer Giles. One consistent team.
Minimal Time Needed
We handle the writing. You invest just 8 hours monthly for 6 months—mostly interviews where you share expertise. No 300-500 hour writing marathons.
Keep 100% Royalties
You retain all book royalties and ownership. But the real ROI comes from speaking fees, premium positioning, and the doors that open as a published authority.
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About Scribe Media
Scribe Media has built a strong reputation in the business book publishing world since 2014. Founded by Tucker Max and acquired by Enduring Ventures in 2023, they've helped publish over 2,000 books, including 23 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers. Their client roster features impressive names like David Goggins and Tiffany Haddish.
What they do well: Scribe's interview-based ghostwriting process is genuinely innovative—they capture your voice through recorded conversations, so you never have to write a word yourself. Their quality standards are exceptional, with design and editing that rivals traditional "Big Five" publishers. They're selective about clients (rejecting about 30% of applicants), which means they only work with authors they believe in.
Who they're best for: Established executives, CEOs, and entrepreneurs earning $250,000+ annually who need a premium service and have the budget to match.
Typical investment: Their flagship Scribe Professional package runs $56,000 over 12 months, with Elite Ghostwriting starting at $135,000+. Marketing support requires an additional $18,000+ investment beyond the base publishing package.
If you're a consultant or coach looking for faster timelines, integrated marketing, and more accessible pricing, Co*Author might be a better fit for your needs.
| Feature | Scribe Media | Co*Author |
|---|---|---|
| Ghostwriting package | $56K-135K (Professional/Elite) | $18K-50K (Premium/Bespoke) |
| Payment plans available | Yes | Yes |
| Start to published | 9-12 months | 6-9 months |
| Your time required | 90-130 hours (2hrs/week for 9-12 months + revisions) | 30-50 hours (Bi-weekly Interviews + feedback) |
| Professional ghostwriting | Yes | Yes |
| Professional editing | Yes | Yes |
| Book design | Yes | Yes |
| Publishing & distribution | Amazon KDP | Amazon KDP + Audible + IngramSpark |
| Launch support | Included | Included |
| Marketing & PR services | Individual services from ~$5K each | Complete Marketing Foundation $7.5K |
| Author website & Personal Brand | Landing Page service $5K | Included in Marketing Foundation |
| LinkedIn profile & Content | Not Available | Included in Marketing Foundation |
| Outreach infrastructure | Not Available | Included in Marketing Foundation |
| Work directly with founders | No | Yes |
| You keep 100% royalties | Yes | Yes |
| Feature | Scribe Media | Co*Author |
|---|---|---|
| Spray Can | Mockup of a spray can positioned on a concrete block | FREE |
| Car Sticker | Car sticker applied to the rear and side panels of a Polestar 4 | $19 |
| Hoodie | Hoodie hanging from a clothes rail | $19 |
| Apple Watch | Mockup of the Apple Watch Pro and Apple Watch Ultra | $19 |
| Cap | 6-panel cap positioned on a concrete block | $19 |
| Packaging Box | Packaging box positioned on a concrete block | $19 |
Ready to Explore Your Options?
Whether Co*Author is the right fit depends on your specific situation, timeline, and goals. Here are three ways to learn more:
not sure where to start?
Book a Free Discovery Call
30 minutes with Paul—no obligation. We'll discuss your book goals, timeline, budget, and whether Co*Author is the right fit.
Strategy Session
60 minutes with Diana Holquist, Co-Founder and published author. You'll receive:
- Complete book proposal (title, outline, TOC)
- Target audience analysis
- ROI and marketing roadmap
Cost: $249 (fully refunded if you work with us)60 minutes with Diana Holquist, Co-Founder and published author. You'll receive:
- Complete book proposal: title, outline, TOC
- Target audience analysis
- ROI and marketing roadmap
Cost: $249 (fully refunded when working with us)
Praise for our writers, editors, and designers:
"We hit the #1 New Release and Best Seller lists yesterday and today! Very exciting. Thank you for being part of this with us…we are so grateful for you and your partnership to get us to this point!."
Maggie M
Business Book Client
"I'm reading the final draft and am in tears for reaching near completion of this journey. Thank you for taking the ride with me, helping me put into words what I couldn't and guiding me through my inner truth."
Tammy J
Business Memoir Client
"…you were able to get into my mind and extract what I wanted to accomplish and articulate it in a well-thought-out, logical plan…I feel so fortunate having the privilege of working with someone with your work ethic and character…"
Jack W
Business Book Client