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One writing app for every project

Write novels, draft notes, and create blogs in workspaces designed for each one.

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Most writers juggle too many tools. Scrivener for novels, browser tabs for research, Google Docs for drafts. It works until the switching breaks your focus.
Scribeist is built around a simple idea: the tool should adapt to your writing.

Built for how you write

Choose your workspace.

Novel Workspace

Keep your world
consistent.

Mythos links your characters, places, and timeline to the prose — so you stay in the story, not the spreadsheet.

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Mythos
Timeline
AI Writing
Planning Sheets

The rain lashed against the windows of the old manor. I knew I shouldn't be here.

But Mara WinstonMara WinstonCharacterMara WinstonProtagonistDescription: Mara is a former detective seeking redemption, safe and cautious by nature.Who they are with: ArthurWhere they are: Blackwood Manor - LibraryStatus: Safe had sent for me, and I couldn't refuse. Her voice on the phone was strained, different from the bold woman I remembered.

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Blog Workspace

From idea
to published.

Draft, optimize, and publish without leaving your flow. SEO guidance and readability scoring built in — not bolted on.

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SEO Scoring
Publishing
AI Generation
Research Tools
Workspace Lamp

Every workspace

Core tools, included.

No matter which workspace you use, these come standard.

Version History

Every draft, preserved. Travel back to any point in your work.

Version History Preview

Live Sharing

Share a link for others to see your work in real-time, no account needed.

Live Sharing Preview

AI Writing Assistant

Brainstorm, continue, and refine — in your voice, not a generic one.

Who is @Character

Continue @Chapter based on @Character and @Character relationship

Find where @Character and @Character meet

Universal Export

PDF, EPUB, DOCX, Markdown. Your work, your format.

Universal Export Preview

Import Tools

Import docs, and bring existing work in without friction.

Import Tools Preview

When ideas branch out

Use Canvas to visually plan your ideas

Move beyond linear docs when you need to connect themes, scenes, and research. Canvas gives you a clear visual map of how everything fits together.

Canvas workspace showing connected nodes and ideas
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We value human creativity

But when you need a second set of eyes, Scribeist AI helps refine text, uncover plot holes, and critique your writing.

Smart Continuation

Select any text and let AI continue your story in your voice.

The detective stood in the rain, watching the neon sign flicker. It was going to be a long night.

He pulled his collar up against the chill...

Plot Analysis

Visualize narrative tension and identify pacing issues.

Rising Action → Climax

Sensory Details

Enrich your prose with sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

The door creaked open, revealing the dusty hall. A smell of stale bread lingered.

SoundSmell

Tone Adjustment

Shift between casual, formal, playful, or serious tones.

Casual

"Hey everyone, what's up?"

Formal

"Greetings, distinguished guests."

Context Aware

Get updates on where you last stopped writing and what's next.

"You left off mid-scene in Chapter 3. The protagonist just discovered the hidden letter."

Critique & Polish

Get feedback on pacing, character voice, and prose quality.

Strong opening hook

Consider varying sentence length

Dialogue feels authentic

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scribeist free to try?

Yes! Every new user receives a 7-day trial with full access to all Pro features. After your trial ends, you'll automatically move to our Free plan, which includes the core editor and export functionality. You can upgrade to a paid plan anytime to unlock the full suite of advanced features.

Are we locked into the credits stated in the plans?

Not at all. While each plan includes a set amount of monthly credits, you can purchase additional credit bundles at any time to supplement your plan. This gives you the flexibility to scale your usage as needed.

How do credits work?

Credits are tied to your active subscription. When you have a paid plan, you can use both your monthly credits and any purchased credit bundles. If you cancel your subscription, monthly credits expire, but any purchased credits are preserved and will be available again when you reactivate a paid plan. The system automatically uses monthly credits first before drawing from your purchased balance.

If I use AI features, is my writing shared externally?

Some AI features use third-party services to provide functionality. We've opted out of allowing these services to use your content for training their models. However, we can only control our side of the agreement, and cannot guarantee what third parties do with the data.

All AI features that use external services are clearly marked with a sparkles icon (✨) or an "Ask AI" button, so you always know when third-party services are involved. For complete details, please review our AI Policies.

Can I cancel my subscription anytime?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time. You'll continue to have access to Pro features until the end of your current billing period, after which you'll be moved to the Free plan. Your work and data remain safe and accessible.

What's the difference between the Free and Paid plans?

The Free plan gives you access to our core text editor and basic export options, perfect for getting started. Pro plans unlock advanced features like AI writing tools, the infinite canvas, version history, tracking tools, and more. The 7-day trial lets you explore all Pro features before deciding.

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