How much does Authors Direct cost?

How much does Authors Direct cost?


Please Note: The Findaway Voices Authors Direct service is no longer accepting new storefronts. We apologize for any inconvenience. 



Access Authors Direct for a one-time author setup fee of $99. There are no other fee's associated with running your Authors Direct store. 


If you've previously produced an audiobook with Findaway Voices, we're waiving the $99 set up fee!


You'll gain access to awesome new improvements and features, including the ability to sell audiobooks worldwide (Authors Direct is available in the Unites States, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe and Australia), as well as the new Authors Direct dashboard.

Authors Direct provides everything you need to sell directly to your customers.
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