Quill Writer AlternativesNovel Authoring Tools and other similar apps like Quill Writer

Apps similar to Quill Writer include Zettlr, which is free and open source. Other options are Manuskript, Scrivener, novelWriter and Ulysses. You can choose from more than 10 Novel Authoring Tools like Quill Writer for Mac, Windows, the web, Linux and iPhone.

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  1. Zettlr icon
     273 likes

    Unified writing platform offering note-taking, easy citations with Zotero integration, LaTeX/Word templates, snippets, themes, dark modes, code highlighting, multi-language support, and knowledge management with Zettelkasten for seamless writing from notes to books.

    286 Zettlr alternatives

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    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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  2. Manuskript icon
     178 likes

    Open-source software offering a hierarchical outliner, distraction-free editor, character management, plot tools, Snowflake method support, section multi-organization, customizable writing workflows, cross-platform availability, and export to standard formats.

    181 Manuskript alternatives

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    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  3. Scrivener icon
     268 likes

    Tailored for extensive writing, this tool offers flexible structure and organization, integrates project outlines, supports various formats, and allows reorganization through drag and drop, ensuring research materials are within reach for efficient work.

    222 Scrivener alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac
    • Wine
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Scrivener screenshot 1
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  4. novelWriter icon
     35 likes

    novelWriter is a Markdown-like text editor designed for writing novels and larger projects of many smaller plain text documents. It uses its own flavor of Markdown that supports a meta data syntax for comments, synopsis and cross-referencing between files.

    117 novelWriter alternatives

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    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2019

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Qt
    • Python
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  5. Ulysses icon
     73 likes

    Ulysses is a text editor for creative writers. Used by bloggers, poets, students and published novelists all over the world, it offers an integrated environment to brainstorm, draft, revise and even submit text on a professional level.

    204 Ulysses alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  6. Quoll Writer icon
     44 likes

    Focus on your words not the interface. Quoll Writer is a writing application that helps you focus on your words. Clean and uncluttered. Feature rich. Features are where you would expect them to be.

    120 Quoll Writer alternatives

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    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  7. Ellipsus icon
     7 likes

    Ellipsus is a collaborative writing tool purpose-built for creative writers. Designed for seamless collaboration and fearless creativity, Ellipsus makes it easier than ever to write, edit, and share stories—with anyone and on any device.

    23 Ellipsus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Online
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  8. NovelAI icon
     5 likes

    NovelAI is a monthly subscription service for AI-assisted authorship, storytelling, virtual companionship, or simply a GPT-J powered sandbox for your imagination.

    57 NovelAI alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    Text Adventure Modules let you immerse yourself directly into the action!
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  9. yWriter icon
     70 likes

    yWriter is a writing tool that uses "scenes" as a unit of text and allows you to associate that text with all manner of story elements (characters, locations, items) as well as place it and rearrange it within the context of chapters.

    124 yWriter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  10. ScribistIQ icon
     1 like

    ScribistIQ writes complete books from a premise. The author approves a chapter plan, then every chapter is written in order against a rolling story bible of the author's canon, summaries of the previous ten chapters and the closing passage of the chapter before, up to a...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • New

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  11. Novlr icon
     13 likes

    Advanced writing tool supporting online and offline modes, accessible from any device. Features chapter and scene organization, grammar checks, version history, and export options including docx and epub. Novlr syncs with cloud services for seamless access and tracks goals with analytics.

    91 Novlr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Novlr screenshot 1
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  12. Campfire provides a one-stop-shop for novelists: organizational and writing tools (Campfire Write), a hub of writing resources (Campfire Learn), & a writing and reading platform for building an audience and sharing your work (Campfire Explore).

    131 Campfire Write alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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