Keep prose and references easy to find
Write the manuscript in chapters and keep characters, places, and events in their reference sections. Switch from the left sidebar to check a detail, then return to your draft.
Book word counts include chapter prose only. Structure and reference tools are available from Professional.
Arrange chapters
Add chapters, group them into volumes, and drag to reorder. Mark progress as Editing, Completed, or Published.
A volume can represent a phase of your story, such as Arrival, Investigation, or Revelation. Chapter order follows the sequence the reader sees, which may differ from the order of events within the story.
Keep story facts organized
| Tool | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Outline | Plot, milestones, clues, and turning points |
| Characters and relationships | Backgrounds, motives, and connections |
| Places | Locations and worldbuilding |
| Timeline | Events in chronological order |
| Notes | Revision plans and research |
Give character cards a purpose
Start with what a character wants, what they fear losing, and which secrets they know. Add background and speech habits as needed. During revision, check whether their actions fit these notes.
Connect related characters in the relationship map and describe their connection. Two former collaborators may now hide information from each other. Update the relevant notes as their relationship changes.
Record when events actually happen
Arrange key events by their time within the story: leaving the harbor twelve years ago, receiving a letter three days ago, and finding a clue on the night of the return. Chapters may use flashbacks; the timeline helps you check chronology.
Check whether a character can travel between events, whether a secret is revealed too early, and whether dates and places agree. The relationship map shows connections, while the timeline shows events.
Check the manuscript after changing a story fact
After renaming a character or changing a date, search for the affected passages and review them. Create a snapshot and confirm the scope before replacing text across the book.
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