Trelby AlternativesStory Writing Tools and other similar apps like Trelby

Trelby is described as 'Is simple, fast and elegantly laid out to make screenwriting simple. It is infinitely configurable' and is a Story Writing tool in the news & books category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Trelby for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Mac, iPhone and iPad apps. The best Trelby alternative is Manuskript, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Trelby are Scrivener, Story Architect (STARC), GrinTale and Aevon.

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  1. Manuskript icon

    Manuskript

     176 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.

    156 Manuskript alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Manuskript vs Trelby Comments
    Guest
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    Manuskript is for books, Trelby is for TV/movies.

    Guest
    Negative
    1

    It isn't for screenwiriting.

    • Manuskript is Free and Open SourceTrelby is also Free and Open Source
    • Manuskript is a Novel Authoring Trelby is a Story Writing Tool
  2. Scrivener icon

    Scrivener

     266 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.

    179 Scrivener alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac
    • Wine
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    Scrivener vs Trelby Comments
    nitraM
    Negative
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    Scrivener is really good for planning projects and writing novels, but specifically the screenwriting engine is basically nonexistent.

    • Scrivener is Paid and ProprietaryTrelby is Free and Open Source
    • Scrivener is a Novel Authoring Trelby is a Story Writing Tool
  4. Story Architect (STARC) icon

    Story Architect (STARC)

     20 likes

    A smooth yet powerful writing experience for devoted authors. With only wanted features and native workflow it runs faster than all your previous apps combined.

    69 Story Architect (STARC) alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
    • Android
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    Arc Studio Pro

    Distraction-free screenwriting software featuring real-time collaboration, automated versioning, data backup, comprehensive import and export options including Final Draft, PDF, Word, and Fountain formats, and tools for outlining...

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  6. GrinTale icon

    GrinTale

     2 likes

    Cloud-based novel writing platform with tree-structured binder, corkboard, outliner, detailed character sheets, mind mapping, DOCX import with auto chapters, PDF/DOCX/EPUB export, built-in encyclopedia, distraction-free writing, and multilingual support.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  8. Aevon icon

    Aevon

     4 likes

    Aevon is the all-in-one workspace where authors manage manuscripts, characters, maps, lore, and items — all connected and always in sync. Now with comics!!!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
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  9. yWriter icon

    yWriter

     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.

    107 yWriter alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    yWriter vs Trelby Comments
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    Is not similar enough to trelby, has no real manual save option that isn't overwritten by autosaves

    • yWriter is Freemium and ProprietaryTrelby is Free and Open Source
    • yWriter is a Novel Authoring Trelby is a Story Writing Tool
    • yWriter is LightweightTrelby is not according to our users
  10. Rayuela Editor icon

    Rayuela Editor

     4 likes

    Rayuela Editor is moderm, privacy-focused writing environment designed for long-form fiction (novels, screenplays, and theses). It bridges the gap between the structural power of Scrivener and the portability of modern web technology, wrapped in a native desktop application.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Dark Mode
     
  12. Manuscript.no icon

    Manuscript.no

     4 likes

    Modern workspace for novels with ethical AI that analyzes writing but never writes, live readability, import/export, auto-save, full version history, character and plot tools, structured critique, and provenance tracking while ensuring all text remains original.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  13. Storyloft icon

    Storyloft

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    Storyloft is an AI-powered writing, design, and publishing platform that helps authors write, edit, format, and publish books—all in one place.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    Create illustrations with your characters directly in your manuscript.
     
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    Final Draft

     27 likes

    Use your creative energy to focus on the content; let Final Draft take care of the style. Final Draft is the number-one selling word processor specifically designed for writing movie scripts, television episodics and stage plays.

    83 Final Draft alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Story Map
     
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    Final Draft vs Trelby Comments
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    Positive
    0

    Industry standard product.

    • Final Draft is Paid and ProprietaryTrelby is Free and Open Source
    • Final Draft is a Novel Authoring Trelby is a Story Writing Tool
  15. BookCatalyst icon

    BookCatalyst

     1 like

    Modern writing app for Windows with three-panel workflow, automatic version history, writing goals, and beautiful Gruvbox themes. Ulysses for Windows users.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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