Writing studio for novels, screenplays and long research projects
Scrivener, from Literature & Latte, is a writing tool for long-form projects such as novels, theses and screenplays. Its binder lets you split a manuscript into sections, rearrange them on a corkboard or outliner and keep research notes, PDFs and images next to the text, then compile everything into print, ebook or Word formats. It is a one-time purchase per platform with a free trial.
- features
- 3
- alternatives
- 8
- platforms
- 3
- Updated
- Oct 12, 2026
Features
Our take
Pros
- Binder splits long manuscripts into easy-to-rearrange sections
- Research notes, PDFs and images kept next to the text
- Compile exports to print, ebook and Word formats
Cons
- Steep learning curve, especially for the compile feature
- A separate license is required for each platform
- Syncing with the iPhone app relies on Dropbox
Editorial assessment by the Alternatives.tools team, based on what the product is known for. Not a user review.
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