30 day novel writing plan
30-Day Novel Writing Plan: Turn a Book Idea into a First Draft
A practical 30-day novel writing plan that breaks a large first draft into daily targets without pretending the first version needs to be perfect.
Writing guides
Focused guides for writers comparing writing software, novel tools, script tools and no-subscription options.
Free tools
Plan your book with free writing calculators
Work out words per day, estimated printed pages and average chapter length without creating an account.
book formatting for self publishing
Book Formatting for Self-Publishing: A Practical Checklist
A practical guide to formatting a self-published book, from trim size and front matter to chapter styling, print checks and ebook differences.
how many chapters should a novel have
How Many Chapters Should a Novel Have?
Learn how to choose a useful chapter count, estimate chapter length and structure a novel without forcing every chapter to be the same size.
manuscript formatting guide
Manuscript Formatting Guide for Novelists
A clear manuscript formatting guide covering readable submission basics, consistency, chapter starts and what to check before sending your novel out.
Microsoft Word alternative for writers
Microsoft Word Alternative for Authors and Long-Form Writers
AuthorsDrop is a Microsoft Word alternative for writers who need chapters, scenes, research, characters, scripts and publishing tools rather than one large document.
no subscription writing software
No Subscription Writing Software for Authors
AuthorsDrop gives writers a no-subscription long-form writing and publishing platform, including AuthorsDrop Press, after a 30-day free trial.
novel word count by genre
Novel Word Count by Genre: A Practical Guide for Writers
A practical guide to typical novel lengths by genre, how to choose a sensible target, and when a manuscript should be shorter or longer.
novel writing software
Novel Writing Software for Authors Who Need Structure
AuthorsDrop gives novelists chapters, scenes, research and planning, then continues into book layouts, EPUB and print-ready PDF through AuthorsDrop Press.
screenplay formatting guide
Screenplay Formatting Guide: The Essential Elements
Understand the core elements of screenplay formatting, including scene headings, action, character cues, dialogue and transitions.
screenplay writing software
Screenplay Writing Software for Writers Who Also Write Books
AuthorsDrop supports screenplay writing alongside novels, stage plays, non-fiction and dissertations, giving scriptwriters a broader creative workspace.
Scrivener alternative
Scrivener Alternative for Writers Who Want a Cleaner Workspace
Looking for a Scrivener alternative? AuthorsDrop combines Binder-style organisation, planning, research and scripts with AuthorsDrop Press for book formatting, EPUB and print-ready output.
stage play writing software
Stage Play Writing Software for Playwrights and Long-Form Writers
AuthorsDrop supports stage play writing alongside novels, screenplays, non-fiction and dissertations, helping playwrights organise scenes, notes and research.
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Writing and Publishing Software for Authors
AuthorsDrop combines long-form writing, organisation and Secure Sync with AuthorsDrop Press for book formatting, EPUB and print-ready PDF in one platform.
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Writing Software for Authors, Screenwriters and Long-Form Projects
Explore long-form writing software that also carries prose books into formatting and publishing output, with AuthorsDrop Press for EPUB and print-ready PDF.