Storyteller vs ProsePub
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-books & media library options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Storyteller
Self-hosted server that syncs ebooks with audiobooks
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ProsePub
Self-hosted audiobook and podcast media server
| Feature | Storyteller | ProsePub |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | TypeScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,500 | ★ 215 |
| First released | 2024 | 2022 |
| Replaces | Audible, Kindle | Audible |
Why pick each one
Choose ProsePub if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is Storyteller or ProsePub better?
Neither is universally better. Storyteller has the larger community, while ProsePub is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Storyteller and ProsePub free and open-source?
Yes. Storyteller is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and ProsePub under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Storyteller and ProsePub with Docker?
Storyteller: yes. ProsePub: yes.