LivingWriter

The Best Writing App for Authors, Novelists, and Screenwriters

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Description

LivingWriter serves as an all-in-one writing environment tailored for authors, novelists, and screenwriters. It facilitates the entire writing process, from initial plotting and outlining to writing, organizing chapters, and exporting the final manuscript for publication. The platform emphasizes efficient organization through features like drag-and-drop reordering of chapters and sections, alongside an on-screen sidebar for quick access to notes and goals without leaving the writing space.

The tool incorporates robust plotting and organizational capabilities via 'LivingWriter Boards', offering visual interfaces for managing plot points, restructuring outlines, compiling research materials, and detailing story elements like characters and locations. It also includes smart text features that auto-suggest story elements as users write and provides access to famous story structure templates. While primarily focused on human creativity, LivingWriter offers optional AI assistance features to help overcome writer's block and streamline certain tasks. The platform is cloud-based, ensuring work is constantly saved, synced across devices (including dedicated apps), and accessible from anywhere.

Key Features

Drag and Drop Organization: Easily reorder chapters, subchapters, and story elements.
On Screen Sidebar: Access chapter, manuscript, and global notes, plus goals, directly alongside the text.
LivingWriter Boards: Visual tools for plotting, outlining, research compilation, and element management.
Optional AI Assistance: Features like AI Outlines, Element Generation, Rewrite, Chat, Analysis, Summarize, Screenplays, and Book Covers.
Auto-Suggest: Automatically suggests characters, locations, and objects as you type, with quick access to their details.
Manuscript Outlines: Access to famous story structure templates (e.g., Three Act Structure, Hero's Journey).
Writing Goals and Stats: Set and track word count goals per chapter, manuscript, or session.
Cloud Sync & Multi-device Access: Seamless syncing across web, desktop, iOS, and Android apps.
Sharing and Co-authoring: Share entire manuscripts or specific chapters for viewing or collaborative editing.
Import/Export: Import from tools like Scrivener and export to formats like DOCX, PDF, Google Drive, Dropbox, and Amazon KDP.

Use Cases

Writing Novels (Fiction & Non-Fiction)
Screenwriting
Organizing Complex Manuscripts
Plotting Narrative Structures
Managing Research for Writing Projects
World-Building for Fiction
Collaborative Writing and Editing
Academic Thesis Writing Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

Why a subscription?

A subscription model allows LivingWriter to provide built-in cloud syncing, minute-by-minute revision histories, constant release of new features, great support, and secure hosting on Amazon Cloud Servers. It ensures continuous improvement of the app.

How do I know my work is safe?

LivingWriter uses Amazon Cloud Services (AWS) with bank-level encryption. Every word is instantly saved to the cloud, and revision histories are kept for each chapter. The platform reports no data loss.

If I cancel my subscription do I still have access to my work?

Yes, you retain access to view and export your manuscripts in read-only mode for at least 1 year after unsubscribing. You won't be able to write more, but existing work remains accessible.

Is my writing private and secure?

All data is transferred to Amazon Cloud Services through encrypted channels. Support staff do not have access to view your writing. Your work will never be shared.

Do I retain rights to my own work?

Yes, according to the Terms of Service, you retain the copyright of anything you write on the platform, whether you are an active subscriber or not.