ALIES Author vs The Margin

Finish your novel. Without getting lost halfway. ALIES is a guided writing system that takes you from your first idea to a finished manuscript. Instead of facing a blank page and losing your way, you write scene by scene inside a clear structure. Each step builds on the last, so your story grows coherently and holds together. You always know where you are — and what to do next. What you get: Scene-based writing instead of juggling documents and folders A clear path from idea to plot, characters, and a completed draft Capture ideas and notes directly inside your projects Structure that helps build tension and develop your story Progress tracking so you can see how far you’ve come Export your manuscript when you’re done ALIES adapts to how you write. Plan everything in advance or figure things out as you go — the system supports both. This isn’t a note-taking app. And it’s not bloated writing software. It’s a focused system for writers who actually finish what they start. Monthly, yearly, or lifetime access available. Start your novel today.

Track every writing session. Watch your manuscript grow. The Margin helps you build a consistent practice — one page at a time. LOG EVERY SESSION Finished a writing sprint? Log your word count, chapter, mood, and notes. WATCH YOUR MANUSCRIPT GROW Your home screen shows a manuscript stack that grows with every session. See your total word count, daily progress, and how close you are to your goal. TIMED WRITING SESSIONS Set a timer and write. A rotating collection of writing tips and craft quotes motivates you while the clock runs. TRACK MULTIPLE PROJECTS Working on a novel and a screenplay? Each project gets its own session history, word count, and progress bar. KNOW YOUR PATTERNS Weekly, monthly, and yearly insights show you when you write best, how consistent you are, and where your streaks land. Stats include average words per session, best writing day, and words-per-week trends. STREAKS AND MILESTONES Every day you write counts. The Margin tracks your current streak, personal best, and milestones like your longest streak and biggest session. MOOD TRACKING Tag each session with how the writing felt: dry, grinding, steady, flow, or sparks. Over time, see which moods correlate with your best output.