Novelist - Write novels

Novelist - Write novels

Your novel, anytime, anywhere

202 ratings
216 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 30, 2021
  • July 28, 2026

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This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for authors to write, organize, and plot their novels. It offers features for scene creation, story structuring, goal setting, and manuscript export. The platform is designed to support the entire novel-writing process, from initial ideas to the final draft.

Plotting with customizable story elements
Scene writing with rich formatting
Story organization into acts and chapters
Word count goals and deadline scheduling
Manuscript export in EPUB, ODT, HTML
Autosave and version history
Companion web app
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What's New in Novelist

2026.1.17

July 28, 2026

• Create multiple books within the same project — perfect for series and multi-volume stories • 8 new machine translations • Persist section expanded/collapsed state • Preview of the upcoming Tools feature (coming soon) • Many bug fixes and stability improvements

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User reviews

I love it but one problem

I LOVE this app, BUT I wish that I was able to put pictures for my story’s I totally recommend but if you are a picture person (like me) I recommend something else I use this app for my chapter books like Potato’s story (about a cat that gets a owner and loves her, but she lives with a dog named Penny they both work together to find a new home.) and stranger thing (the BEST show on earth) if you haven’t watched it then WATCH IT it’s really GREAT anyway if the developers responds reads this PLEASE have a picture button so I can put pictures. And if you read this thank you for your time 😊. Toothless99nights99sunflower singing out but really thank you for your time 😊.
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WHY IS THIS SO UNDERRATED

I LOVE this app! It’s so helpful for writing, and organizing books and stories! More people should use this app. Granted, writing isn’t exactly an incredibly pursued career/hobby, but for those who wanna get into it should use this app! It pales in comparison to Apple Notes. Selecting fonts is much easier, organizing lore for every part of your story is easy, and this app is near perfect! Too bad I’m a poet and know you can’t achieve perfect. If I weren’t so smart, I would say this app is perfect. Instead, I’ll use some metaphors. If everything I ate was as good as this app, I would triple my weight in four hours. Thanks to everyone who worked on this project, and everyone who took time out of their day to build this convenience for me!

P.S: I wouldn’t mind being able to give text color, though. Thank you!
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Amazing, just one thing

This app is so customisable it’s like the better cousin of foretelling. I love being able to customise, and the learning curve although not intuitive is very easy to get used to.

I understand not being able to set up a syncing system between devices due to the app being free and syncing being too expensive, but that’s really the only complaint I have, and it’s what is keeping me from using it more.
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Awesome

I got an idea for a story and went looking for an app to write it in. I didn’t want to write it on my computer, but on my iPad, since I can take it wherever I go. I downloaded this app because it was free, and the reviews were so good. And I love, love, love the app! I had to leave a review because I have had so much fun writing in this app. I love how you can set up the events and characters in advance, then add them to a chapter or event for easy access. I am on book seven now and just have a question…what happens when you archive? Where does it go? I need to know the best way to store it once a book is published…
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I’m so sorry.

My apologies for the harsh review. That wasn’t right, but I hope it works better eventually.

User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Backup/restore process can lead to data loss

Bug

Cursor and text editing issues

Bug

Crashes and freezes on some devices

Bug

Syncing problems between devices

Bug

Requested Features

7 requests

Ability to import/export in various formats (PDF, Markdown, etc.)

Feature

Improved syncing and cloud integration

Feature

More font and formatting options

Feature

Ability to add images/illustrations to the book

Feature

Collaboration/co-writing features

Feature

Spell check and grammar tools

Feature

Customizable keyboard in dark mode

Feature

FAQ

What does the Novelist app do?

Novelist is an all-in-one application designed to help authors write, plot, organize, and schedule their novels. It provides tools for structuring your story, crafting scenes, setting goals, and managing all aspects of your writing project from conception to completion.

What are the key features of Novelist?

Key features include a plotting board for organizing story elements, a writing interface with rich formatting, tools to structure your story into acts and chapters, and scheduling features like word count goals and deadlines. It also offers advanced tools like autosave, version history, and manuscript export.

Is Novelist free to use?

Yes, Novelist is completely free to use. The app states it offers its full functionality with no ads or in-app purchases, allowing users to write their novels without any financial barriers.

What file formats can I export my manuscript in?

You can export and share your manuscript from Novelist in EPUB, ODT, or HTML formats. This allows for flexibility in how you share and distribute your finished work.

Can I use Novelist on different devices?

Yes, Novelist is optimized for large screens and also offers a companion web app, allowing you to write on any browser. This provides flexibility for writing across different devices and platforms.