Turning existing WordPress posts into a polished PDF eBook can feel like moving furniture up a flight of stairs; it’s doable, but it takes time, and it’s easy to get stuck on formatting.
In this first look, we walked through eBook Crafter, a WordPress plugin that focuses on making that process quick, visual, and familiar for anyone who already works in the block editor. We also checked how it fits with WooCommerce when it’s time to sell.
Key Takeaways
- eBook Crafter is a WordPress plugin that turns existing posts, pages, and custom post types into a polished PDF eBook using the block editor.
- The plugin gathers content into chapters, lets you reorder chapters in the editor, and generates a clickable table of contents in the PDF.
- You publish an eBook before generating a PDF, then you can add PDF notes and a version number for the build.
- Generated PDFs save to the WordPress media library automatically, which makes it easy to attach the file to a WooCommerce downloadable product.
- eBook Crafter can install Google Fonts and serve them from your own site, helping keep typography consistent across eBooks.
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eBook Crafter—First Look Video
What We Saw on the eBook Crafter Website
Before we looked at the actual solution, we browsed the eBook Crafter website the way most buyers do. That meant scanning feature claims first, then checking for a real team, usable docs, and a changelog that shows ongoing work.
Key eBook Crafter Features at a Glance
The feature list on the site sets a clear expectation: build PDF eBooks fast, without needing design chops, while using tools WordPress users already know.
Here’s what stood out from the product’s own feature messaging:
- Create eBooks in a few clicks, with no design skills required.
- Build PDF eBooks with one click, then edit the cover and content.
- Search and gather content from posts, custom post types, and pages.
- Work visually in the WordPress block editor (Gutenberg), instead of learning a new interface.
- Formatting controls like background colors and Google Fonts for headings and paragraphs.
- eCommerce (WooCommerce)-ready workflow, because generated PDFs land in the WordPress media library.
That last point matters more than it sounds. When a file lands in the media library, it’s immediately usable in the places WordPress already expects documents to live, including product downloads. Think about selling eBooks with WooCommerce.
If a tool saves time, it usually does it in small ways. Adding the finished PDF to the media library automatically is one of those small ways that adds up.
The About Page Felt Personal (In a Good Way)
On the about page, we saw the founder, Naweed Chougle, plus a small team. We’ve had lots of communication exchanges with Naweed, and the tone matched what we saw on the site. He also stays active on social platforms like X (Twitter) and LinkedIn, which tends to make support and feedback loops feel more real.
For WordPress agencies and freelancers, that kind of visibility helps when a plugin becomes part of a client stack. We like knowing there’s a human presence behind the product.
Documentation and Changelog Checks
We also examined the documentation and changelog, as these two pages typically provide accurate information, even when the marketing copy remains ambiguous.
In documentation, the “Getting Started” and “Creating Your First eBook” flow included screenshots and annotations. The docs also had a search box, and searching for terms like “gather” returned relevant entries.
The changelog was easy to scan because it supported filters like:
- What’s fixed
- What’s new
- What’s improved
It also supported search. For instance, a search for “typography” uncovered multiple releases that discussed typography changes.
Our WordPress Setup Before Testing the Plugin
For this first look, we kept the environment simple:
- Default WordPress 2025 theme
- WooCommerce installed and activated (because the plugin mentions selling workflows)
- eBook Crafter installed and activated
- Three test posts created ahead of time, each with placeholder text and a different featured image
Inside the WordPress admin menu, eBook Crafter added its own area with items like:
- All eBooks
- Add a New eBook
- eBook Library
- Settings
- Account
- Contact Us
Most of that felt self-explanatory. We were unsure about “eBook Library” at first, but it was clear after we made PDFs.
Font Management in Settings (Google Fonts Hosted on Your Site)
In Settings, the first practical stop was fonts. eBook Crafter lets us install Google Fonts, and then it copies and serves them from our own site.
We tested the feature by installing Montserrat (a variable font). The install flow let us choose variants (weights). We imported 400 and 700, then confirmed they appeared in the plugin’s font library.
From there, we could remove:
- Individual variants (weights)
- The whole font family
For agencies, this type of control matters because it keeps typography consistent across eBooks, and it also avoids relying on external font calls if the plugin serves the files locally.
Building Our First eBook With the Block Editor
Once we clicked “Add New eBook,” the experience felt familiar because it uses the WordPress block editor. Instead of learning a custom builder, we worked with blocks, panels, and settings we already understand.
Cover, Table of Contents, and Chapter Page Types
The eBook layout is made of sections, and each section has a page type. We saw these options:
- Cover
- Table of Contents
- Chapter
The cover section offered background settings and an option to set a cover image. Separately, there were “Book Settings” where we could set a front cover image and a back cover image.
Initially, it was unclear why cover images appeared in multiple places, but testing clarified the behavior. Changing the image in settings updated the cover presentation.
We kept things simple, selected beach-style images for the front and back, and moved on.
Editing the Cover Content Like Any Other Page
Because this is the block editor, the cover can include text blocks and other block content. We tested basic editing by adding a short tagline.
We also noticed default content elements, such as an author name area and a website link. Those are just blocks, which means we can remove them, rewrite them, or link them (for example, linking an author name to an author archive).
One limitation showed up during our quick test: we didn’t see an icon block available in that editor context. That won’t matter for most eBooks, but it’s worth knowing if a design depends on icons.
Table of Contents Setup (And How It Gets Filled)
The Table of Contents section started empty, which is what we expected since we hadn’t added chapters yet. The key detail is that it’s still a block editor section. We can add custom text above or below the generated list, like a short “How to use this eBook” note.
After chapters were added, the table of contents populated automatically.
Gathering Posts Into Chapters and Ordering Them
The chapter section is where eBook Crafter starts to feel like a real time-saver. Instead of copying and pasting, we can pull content in from the site.
Inside the chapter block, we could:
- Filter by post type (we chose Posts)
- Filter by taxonomy terms (optional)
- Search for content
- Select individual posts, or select all
- Add selected items as chapters
We selected our three test posts and clicked “Add 3 Chapters.” The plugin inserted them into the eBook.
Next, we tested rearranging chapters. Since this is the block editor, reordering worked the same way it does everywhere else. We moved chapters up and down without friction.
Featured Images Did Not Auto-Insert Into Chapters
Our test posts had featured images, but those images did not appear automatically inside the chapter content in the eBook editor. That likely means eBook Crafter imports the post content itself, not the theme-level featured image output.
So, we added images manually by inserting image blocks at the top of each chapter. This is a practical detail for any content team that relies on featured images for visual structure. If the eBook should include them, plan to add them inside the eBook layout.
Book Styling Options We Used (Backgrounds, Fonts, and Toggles)
eBook Crafter includes several style controls in “Book Settings.” We tested background colors, gradients, and typography using the fonts we installed earlier.
Here’s the set of controls we touched during the first build:
| Setting Area | What We Could Change |
|---|---|
| Front And Back Cover Images | Replace both images from the media library |
| Table of Contents | Enable or disable TOC generation |
| Background | Solid color options and gradient options |
| Typography | Heading font, paragraph font, weights, sizes, and line heights |
We set a sandy background color and chose Montserrat for both headings and paragraphs. We left most sizing defaults alone, although the controls were there for fine-tuning.
Publishing and Generating the PDF (Build Tab)
When we switched to the Build tab, the plugin made one requirement clear: we needed to publish the eBook before generating a PDF.
After publishing, we could add build metadata:
- PDF notes (we used something like “my first eBook”)
- PDF version number (we used 1.0)
Then we generated the PDF.
Once generated, we viewed the eBook. The Table of Contents links worked as expected; clicking an entry jumped to the related chapter. We also had a download option from the viewer.
Where the PDF Goes (And Why WooCommerce Setup Gets Easier)
After generation, the PDF appeared in the WordPress media library automatically. That matched the product’s feature claim, and it’s a big practical win because it keeps the workflow inside WordPress.
From there, the WooCommerce path is straightforward. Creating a downloadable product becomes a normal WooCommerce task:
- Create a product and set it as a simple product.
- Mark it virtual and downloadable.
- Set a price, then attach the PDF from the media library.
- Publish the product (and add categories, tags, and product details as needed).
We didn’t go deeper into WooCommerce configuration in this first look, but the key takeaway held true. Once the PDF sits in the media library, attaching it to a product is quick.
The eBook Library: Managing Builds and Versions
The last menu item we needed to understand was eBook Library. After generating PDFs, the purpose became clear: this is where eBook Crafter keeps a library of generated PDF builds.
We also tested versioning in a practical way:
- We edited the eBook and removed an image from a chapter.
- Then we generated a new PDF build with new notes (for example, “ebook with no images”).
- We incremented the version number from 1.0 to 1.1.
- In the new PDF, the chapter reflected the removed image.
Back in the eBook Library, we could see both builds listed, including notes, creation timing, and available actions. For anyone iterating on a lead magnet or updating an eBook over time, this kind of build history is useful.
Small Improvements We’d Like to See in the Library View
The library view worked, although a few additions could make it even easier to manage at scale:
- Categories for eBooks: Helpful if we manage multiple client brands or topics.
- Sorting options: Sorting by title could help when the list grows.
- Search inside the eBook Library: There’s search functionality in the eBooks area, so bringing it into the library could help find builds by note or name.
None of these blocked basic use, but they could improve day-to-day management for agencies producing many PDFs.
Final Thoughts on eBook Crafter
eBook Crafter did what it promised in this first look: it let us turn WordPress posts into a PDF eBook quickly, using the block editor, with control over covers, backgrounds, and fonts.
We also liked that it generated a clickable table of contents and dropped the finished PDF into the media library, because that makes the WooCommerce handoff feel natural.
Frequently Asked Questions About the eBook Crafter WordPress Plugin
What Does eBook Crafter Do in WordPress?
eBook Crafter lets us convert WordPress content into a PDF eBook. It pulls in posts (and other content types), turns them into chapters, and lets us edit the layout in the block editor.
Does eBook Crafter Work With Gutenberg (the Block Editor)?
Yes. The eBook builder uses the WordPress block editor, so the workflow feels familiar. Covers, the table of contents section, and chapters all behave like block-based pages.
Can eBook Crafter Pull Blog Posts Into Chapters Automatically?
Yes. Inside the chapter block, we can filter by post type, search content, select posts, and then add them as chapters. After that, we can reorder chapters like normal blocks.
Do Featured Images Import Into eBook Chapters?
No, featured images did not auto-insert into chapters in our test. The plugin imported the post content, so we added images manually using image blocks inside the eBook layout.
How Do You Sell an eBook Crafter PDF With WooCommerce?
After generating a PDF, eBook Crafter saves it to the WordPress media library. Then, in WooCommerce, we create a simple product, mark it virtual and downloadable, attach the PDF from the media library, set a price, and publish.