The Novel Factory AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Note-taking Tools

The best Note-taking alternative to The Novel Factory is Manuskript, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to The Novel Factory and 13 are Note-taking Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Note-taking Tool alternatives to The Novel Factory are Scrivener, Lore Forge, Quoll Writer and Story Planner for Writers.

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The Novel Factory is software specifically designed to help in every aspect of novel writing, from conception to publication.

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The Novel Factory alternatives page was last updated Feb 15, 2024
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  1. Manuskript icon

    Manuskript

     160 likes
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    Manuskript is an open-source tool for writers, with outliner, character management, plot development, distraction-free editor, etc.

    109 Manuskript alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Top Manuskript Features

    1.  Outliner
    2.  Tree structure
    3.  Tracking of plots
    4.  Distraction-free Writing
    5.  Tracking of characters
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  Support for MarkDown
    12.  File Versioning

    Manuskript VS The Novel Factory

     

    • Manuskript is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to The Novel Factory.

    • Manuskript is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to The Novel Factory.

    • Manuskript is Free and Open SourceThe Novel Factory is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Scrivener icon

    Scrivener

     256 likes
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    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.

    106 Scrivener alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac
    • Wine
    Scrivener screenshot 1

    Top Scrivener Features

    1.  Corkboard
    2.  Document compiler
    3.  Character database
    4.  Scene Management
    5.  Visual Organization
    6.  Split files into sections
    7.  Support for scripting
    8. LaTeX icon  Support for LaTeX
    9.  Multi-document View
    10.  Integrated Search
    11.  Folders
    12.  Word counter

    Scrivener VS The Novel Factory

     

    • Some users think Scrivener is a great The Novel Factory alternative, some don't.

    • Scrivener is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to The Novel Factory.

    • Scrivener is the most popular commercial alternative to The Novel Factory.

    • Scrivener is Paid and ProprietaryThe Novel Factory is also Paid and Proprietary
  4. Lore Forge icon

    Lore Forge

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    The only app you'll need to write your novels and build your worlds. Organize your thoughts and cross-reference anything at any time.

    37 Lore Forge alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Overview screen

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Distraction-free
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Places tracking
    2.  Character database
    3.  Custom characters
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Portable
    8.  Hierarchical Structure
    9.  Spell Checking
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  WYSIWYG Support
    12.  Live Preview

    Lore Forge VS The Novel Factory

     

    • Lore Forge is the most popular Web-based alternative to The Novel Factory.

    • Lore Forge is Free and ProprietaryThe Novel Factory is Paid and Proprietary
    • Lore Forge is Lightweight and Privacy focusedThe Novel Factory is not according to our users
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    Quoll Writer

     35 likes
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    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.

    64 Quoll Writer alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Quoll Writer screenshot 1

    Top Quoll Writer Features

    1.  Track Characters
    2.  Character database
    3.  Outliner
    4.  Distraction-free Writing
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  WYSIWYG Support
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Writing statistics
    11.  Writing assistance
    12.  Export to EPUB

    Quoll Writer VS The Novel Factory

     
  7. Story Planner for Writers icon

    Story Planner for Writers

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    Story Planner is a focused, flexible app to outline all kind of stories. Used by writers, screenwriters, producers, directors and all kind of story tellers, Story Planner has quick and easy-to-use story organization, with sync on all your devices and export options to help you...

    49 Story Planner for Writers alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Story Planner for Writers screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Outliner
    2.  Outline organization
    3.  Screenwriting
    4.  Plot visualisation
    5.  Track Characters
    6.  Tracking of plots
    7.  Custom characters
    8.  Outline mode
    9.  Hierarchical Structure
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Works Offline
    12. Microsoft Word icon  Export to Word

    Story Planner for Writers VS The Novel Factory

     
  8. Gingko Writer icon

    Gingko Writer

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    Gingko Writer is a text editor that uses a tree-like structure to help you organize and visualize your thoughts, making it easier to outline, draft, and refine complex texts.

    77 Gingko Writer alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Gingko tree for screenplay "2001"

    Top Gingko Writer Features

    1.  Support for MarkDown
    2.  Hierarchical Structure
    3. LaTeX icon  Support for LaTeX
    4.  Real time collaboration
    5.  Document structure management
    6.  Web-Based
    7.  Export to LaTeX
    8.  Collaborative writing
    9.  Brainstorming
    10.  Screenwriting
    11.  Outliner

    Gingko Writer VS The Novel Factory

     

    • Gingko Writer is the most popular SaaS alternative to The Novel Factory.

    • Gingko Writer is Freemium and ProprietaryThe Novel Factory is Paid and Proprietary
  10. Campfire Write icon

    Campfire Write

     7 likes
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    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).

    61 Campfire Write alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    Campfire Write screenshot 1

    Campfire Write Features

    1.  Goal Tracking
    2.  Storyboard
    3.  Distraction-free Writing
    4.  Collaborative writing
    5.  Reading
    6.  Sci-fi

    Campfire Write VS The Novel Factory

     
  11. Fortelling - Writer Tools icon

    Fortelling - Writer Tools

     8 likes
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    Fortelling provides the tools you need to plot & write your book.

    49 Fortelling - Writer Tools alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Web Browser
    Fortelling is optimised for both a smal and a large screen.

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Character database
    2.  Track Characters
    3.  Portable
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Goal Setting
    7.  Real time collaboration
    8.  WYSIWYG Support
    9.  Goal Tracking
    10.  Built-in viewer
    11.  Cloud Sync
    12.  File Versioning

    Fortelling - Writer Tools VS The Novel Factory

     
  12. NovaScriber icon

    NovaScriber

     7 likes
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    A most awesome tool to outline and write novels, stories, scripts and keep track of all your characters, locations, notes and ideas.

    76 NovaScriber alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Write your story

    NovaScriber Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Tree structure
    3. Microsoft Word icon  Export to Word
    4.  Corkboard
    5.  Export to EPUB

    NovaScriber VS The Novel Factory

     
  13. Writing Outliner icon

    Writing Outliner

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    Writing Outliner is an outliner that's seamlessly integrated with MS Word.

    The most important concept of Writing Outliner is project-based writing.

    A project in Writing Outliner is a long or complex text that you might work on for days, weeks, or even months, for example, a.

    48 Writing Outliner alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Microsoft Office Word
    Writing Outliner screenshot 1

    Writing Outliner Features

    1.  WordWeb
    2. WordPress icon  WordPress Integration
    3.  Microsoft Office Word add-in
    4.  Outliner

    Writing Outliner VS The Novel Factory

     
  14. Wavemaker Novel Writing icon

    Wavemaker Novel Writing

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    Looking for a suite of tools for writing your book? This is not just a text editor it does so much more. Organise your story using timelines, planning boards and the snowflake tool, all integrated to make writing intuitive and fun.

    68 Wavemaker Novel Writing alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    Wavemaker Novel Writing screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  User story mapping
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Planning
    4.  Timeline
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Spell Checking
    8.  Hierarchical Structure
    9.  Writing assistance
    10.  Multiplatform
    11. Microsoft Word icon  Export to Word
    12.  Mobile friendly

    Wavemaker Novel Writing VS The Novel Factory

     
    Comments about Wavemaker Novel Writing as an Alternative to The Novel Factory
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    Incredible range of planning and outlining tools, for free.

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    • Wavemaker Novel Writing is Free and Open SourceThe Novel Factory is Paid and Proprietary
    • Wavemaker Novel Writing is LightweightThe Novel Factory is not according to our users
  15. Typely icon

    Typely

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    Typely is precise. Existing tools for improving prose raise so many false alarms that their advice cannot be trusted. Instead, the writer must carefully consider whether to accept or reject each change.

    77 Typely alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Typely Features

    1.  Automated proofreading
    2.  Proofreading

    Typely VS The Novel Factory

     
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