Novel Outlining & Manuscript Workbenches

Distraction-free environments built for fiction writers, novelists, and storytellers. Organize plot structures, manage character cards, and stay on target.

Designed for writers who want a clean, fast, and simple workflow. Effortlessly map out novel chapters, store reference cards, and track daily word goals without clutter.

✓ Pre-loaded Frameworks: Built-in 27 Chapter Method structure
✓ Outline Tree & Trash: In-place node insertion, reordering & recovery
✓ Reference Cards: Character, location, item, and lore categorization
✓ Goals & Estimates: Target tracking with estimated reading time
✓ Local Storage & Backup: In-browser auto-save and JSON export

Full Featured

The ultimate studio environment for complex storytelling. Featuring side-by-side split screen comparison, expanded plotting frameworks, custom templates, and tag management.

✓ Split Editor Pane: Load two scenes side-by-side for comparison
✓ Expanded Frameworks: 27-Chapter, Save the Cat!, Hero's Journey & 3-Act
✓ Custom Templates: Save your custom outline structures as reusable templates
✓ Custom Tag Managers: Color-coded progress status & card category editors
✓ Outline Filter & Search: Search through manuscript titles, content, & notes
✓ Built-in Guide & Tutorial: Complete interactive app guide & documentation

Which version is right for you?

Feature	Lite	Pro
Nested Tree Hierarchy & Trash Recovery	✓	✓
Reference Cards & Global Scratchpad	✓	✓
27 Chapter Method Framework	✓	✓
Save the Cat!, Hero's Journey, 3-Act Frameworks	—	✓
Side-by-Side Split Editor	—	✓
Custom Template Builder	—	✓
Color-Coded Category & Status Tag Manager	—	✓
Tree Search & Outline Filter	—	✓
Cost	FREE	$29.99

Workbench Previews

Take a closer look at the editor interfaces in action.

Outline Tree Hierarchy Organize acts, blocks, chapters, and scenes

Split Screen Comparison Reference previous scenes while writing

Goals & Reference Cards Track word counts and worldbuilding notes

Novel Outlining & Manuscript Workbenches

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