Tools and Resources
Scrivener vs Word: Which One Suits You Better?
You’ve heard that Scrivener and Word are great ways to organise your novel elements. But which one is better for your needs? In this blog, we’ll compare Scrivener and Word to determine which might be better for your writing needs. We’ll also introduce you to an alternative tool, which might suit you even better! Let’s…
Read MoreCrafting Visually Compelling Book Trailers: A Novelist’s Guide
We’ve partnered with VEED to bring you this blog post on video content. We do not earn any commissions should you choose to purchase from them Book trailers have become an essential tool in a novelist’s arsenal, helping bring stories to life before the first page is turned. This guide offers practical steps and creative…
Read More7 Scrivener Alternatives That Might Be Better for You
Lots of writers love Scrivener. And for good reason. It’s a robust writing software that helps you organise, write and format your book. But many writers assume it’s the best writing software for them and forgo researching their other options. This is a mistake – one I’m very glad you aren’t making. Because, as you’ll…
Read MoreDabble vs Scrivener: The Writing Tool That Suits You
So you’re looking for ways to organize your writing projects while at the same time having the freedom to write at your own pace, and still make the deadline. And in your quest to find the best writing app, you come across Dabble and Scrivener–two of the most powerful and well-known writing tools on the…
Read MoreOur Favourite Writing Tools for 2025
Having the right tools can make a huge difference to getting the right result, so we’ve put together a list of our favourite tools and resources for writers in 2025. If you find this useful, you may want to consider signing up to our mailing list (link below), because we send out newsletters a couple…
Read MoreScrivener vs Evernote: The Best Writing Tool for Your Needs
Writing can be so demanding and overwhelming at times. From managing your notes to conducting research to writing your first draft and editing it, and everything in between. As a writer, you need to be able to focus on what’s important: writing. Luckily, there are plenty of writing softwares out there designed to alleviate the…
Read MoreLivingWriter vs Scrivener: Which Is Better for You?
You’re looking for a great piece of writing software, so you’re trying to find the main differences between Living Writer and Scrivener. That’s a great idea. Because both tools have some significant pros and cons. And depending on your needs and ultimate goals, one could much better suit you than the other. That’s why we’ve…
Read MoreScrivener vs Ulysses: A Face-Off Between Two Writing Apps
The writing process can get real strenuous real quick. From conducting research to keeping tabs on your notes to belting out your first draft and then editing it, there are many moving parts to keep track of. Every writer needs a simple tool that streamlines all these action items and allows them to focus on…
Read MoreThe Best Novel Writing Software in 2025: A Comparison of Ten of the Most Popular Apps
There are many ways to write a novel – and I’m not talking planners and pantsers right now. I’m talking about how you get the actual novel from your head and onto a sheet of paper (even if that’s a digital sheet of paper). Some people swear by old school pen and paper, writing everything…
Read MoreHow and Why I Use the Novel Factory (A Video)
Ever wondered how authors plot their stories? Paul Teague, writer of ‘The Grid‘ and ‘The Secret Bunker‘ trilogies and host of the Self-Publishing Journeys podcast, has recorded a video tour to illustrate how he uses the Novel Factory software when he writes his thrillers. Watch the video below to see how Paul plots out key events,…
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