Narrative: Novel Writing App

Narrative: Novel Writing App

Write Without Distractions

43 ratings
14 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 9, 2020
  • June 9, 2026

Features

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About

This app provides a distraction-free writing environment with a sleek interface and advanced editing tools. It offers seamless project synchronization across devices and robust security features. Goal-setting and customizable options enhance the creative process for writers of all levels.

Distraction-free writing environment
Seamless project synchronization
Precision editing tools
Word count goals and progress tracking
Import/export in multiple formats
Customizable fonts
Flexible notes system
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What's New in Narrative

6.5.6

June 9, 2026

General performance improvements.

Subscription plans

Narrative Monthly

Monthly subscription to Narrative

$4.991 Month
14 Days trial
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User reviews

Perfect device sync. A+ features

Kudos to dev-Mark. Perfect, rapid cross device sync. All the useful features: word count, etc. Will still back up multiple ways cuz glitches happen. I’m more excited about this app than a grown man should be

sooooooo.......

it didnt even open

Response from developer

Hi, thanks for letting us know. Could you get in touch with us at hello@gonarrative.app and let us know which model mac you have and which version of macOS you're running please? We're not seeing any matching reports in our crash logs, it would be good to figure out why it's not working for you.

I previously gaze this app 4 stars. Now its zero

This app was sleek and simple to use. A dummy proof interface that I absolutely loved. Truly I cannot speak highly enough about the simplicity and usability for writers. But the caveat is it’s better for smaller projects. Not full length novels. In the beginning. As time has gone on, I simply cannot recommend it for anyone intending to write longer length material. It has progressively grown in lag time with typing since the point of about 20k words, and now at 40k I find myself incredibly frustrated as the lag seriously disrupts work flow. If this is fixed in the future, I would be happy to return. I would even happily pay for it. This is a deal breaker for someone who relies heavily on the emotional outpouring to be able to write well. Until there’s an update to address this, it’s back to Scrivener and the expensive Mac and iPhone downloads. Sigh. Edit to add: I have lost over 5k words from a writing session today because I wasn’t aware that switching from my laptop to a mobile device completely over writes the progress you have made. Words cannot express how infuriating it is to lose an entire chapter. I want to scream
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Response from developer

Hi, if you get in touch with us we will be able to recover your chapter from any point in time it was saved to the cloud. Also, if you look at the Versions feature (available from the red button on the chapter edit screen), you should have a series of previous versions of the chapter which you can recover straight away. You can get in touch with us either through the in-app chat or via email at hello@gonarrative.app.

No UNDO button

Please! Add UNDO button for accidentally deleted lines inside the chapters. I accidentally deleted almost 500 words and it made me so anxious. I couldn’t recover it after all, it was so perfectly written…

Response from developer

Hi, there is an undo button on the command bar above the soft keyboard if you are typing on screen. If you are using a keyboard then the Apple-Z shortcut should perform an undo action. You can use Apple-Shift-Z to redo, and you should have a fairly long undo history available. Also, for recovering words after you have left the editor, there is a versions section which you can reach from the FAB button on the bottom-right of the screen. A new version should be saved every couple of hundred typed characters or so, and if you make a big change (such as deleting a large amount of text) then a new snapshot should be saved before and after that point.

Used to love this app

I used to really like using this app. It was easy to use and was accessible over both my phone and laptop. However, now the whole app lags, it won’t let you scroll down and re read or edit previous work, and the interface is buggy. It’s so frustrating to use at this point that I’m now looking into other apps t use instead.
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Response from developer

Hi, so sorry for this. The 6.1.38 version did have a bug in it which we didn't spot until after it had been published. We've published a new version 6.1.39 on both macos and ios which should fix the issues you've been seeing.

FAQ

What is the word limit for the free version of Narrative?

The freemium account for Narrative allows you to write up to 1500 words per month. If you wish to continue writing beyond this limit, a subscription is required.

What subscription plans are available for Narrative?

Narrative offers both monthly and annual subscription plans. The monthly plan is $4.99 and includes a 14-day free trial. The annual plan is $47.99.

On which devices can I use Narrative?

Narrative is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This allows for easy access and seamless synchronization of your projects across all your devices.

How does Narrative ensure the security and privacy of my writing?

Your words are backed up on duplicated cloud servers and are not visible to other users or the Narrative team. A draft of your work is saved every few words in the 'Versions' feature for added security.

What formats can I import and export my work in with Narrative?

Narrative allows you to easily export your creations in various formats, including Word and ePub, ensuring compatibility with different platforms for sharing your work.

Does Narrative offer any editing assistance?

Yes, Narrative provides precision editing tools, including grammar and spell checks, as well as style suggestions to help polish your writing.

How often is Narrative updated?

Narrative was last updated on March 24, 2026, with version 6.3.82. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

What is the user sentiment for Narrative based on ratings?

Narrative has a strong user rating of 4.4 stars from 40 ratings, suggesting that users generally have a positive experience with the app.