novelWriter
Organize long-form manuscripts and writing notes using interrelated text files.
Requirements
Windows 10 or later, or a newer Linux distribution; the official Flatpak flag is experimental.
Quick start
Get the Windows installer or Linux AppImage and checksum from the official Downloads page; read the release notes before opening an existing project.
Suitable for serialized, novel, and structured long-form projects, managing growing manuscripts through chapters, outlines, and cross-references. Local editing is free and does not require an API. The Mac installation package is currently no longer offered; the Python installation is only an advanced alternative; back up the project before upgrading.
Last source verification: 2026-10-16. The version field records upstream release 2026.2.2; browser store and platform builds may differ. Boloop provides the official source link; it did not host, install, or test this software.