Novelists
Draft and revise long-form fiction with continuity checks across chapters and timelines.
Native macOS app · Pre-sale live
Write fiction faster with AI that understands your story world.
Writers Studio combines drafting, worldbuilding, and continuity checking in one focused Mac app. No tab chaos. No generic chat workflow. Just better writing momentum.
App Store edition — Apple-approved · June 2026. Direct Early Bird $39 ends March 31 — then $59.
Who it is for
Screenwriters
Write in a focused editor, then export to Final Draft format when it is production time.
Worldbuilders
Build characters, locations, organizations, and lore with AI-assisted entity proposals.
See the workflow in product screens
A look at the live writing, worldbuilding, and AI-assisted workflow inside Writers Studio.
AI assistant in context
Brainstorm, revise, and keep story context in one side-by-side writing workflow.
Worldbuilding workspace
Organize characters, locations, lore, and timeline details in a structured dashboard.
AI entity extraction
Convert manuscript text into structured entities you can review, accept, and refine.
Continuity checking
Catch contradictions across chapters before they become beta-reader pain points.
Provider settings
Choose OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, or local Ollama based on your workflow and privacy needs.
Focused writing editor
Write in a clean, distraction-free editor designed for long-form fiction.
Character profiles
Build detailed character sheets with traits, backstories, and relationships.
Entity profiles
View and manage all your story entities in one organized profile panel.
Clarity analysis
Get AI-powered readability and clarity feedback to tighten your prose.
Character relationships
Map and visualize how characters connect across your story.
Visual timeline
Plot events across chapters and arcs in an interactive timeline view.
Why writers switch
| Capability | Writers Studio | ChatGPT / Claude (standalone) | Scrivener / Ulysses |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI with persistent story context | Yes — knows your world | Resets every session | No AI |
| Continuity conflict detection | Yes — across chapters | No persistent context | Manual only |
| AI entity extraction | Yes — auto from prose | Manual prompts only | No |
| Local AI via Ollama | Yes — free, offline | No | No |
| Export formats | 8 formats incl. FDX | Copy/paste | Usually DOCX/PDF only |
Simple pricing clarity
Choose Direct for one-time ownership with first-come pricing, or App Store for users who do not want to bring their own API keys.
Direct Edition
One-time license · BYOK cloud AI + free local Ollama
$39 → $59 → $79
⏳ $39 Early Bird ends March 31 — 5 days left
- $39 for the first 100 sales.
- $59 for the next 200 sales.
- $79 full price after those tiers sell out.
- Full editor, worldbuilding, and export.
- Your API keys for OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini.
- Local-first workflow with no mandatory subscription.
Mac App Store Edition
Free download · No API keys required
$0 at launch
Apple-approved · June 2026
- Core writing and worldbuilding included.
- Best fit if you do not want to bring your own API keys.
- Subscriptions are for AI access (Basic and Pro tiers).
- App Store billing and automatic updates.
Writers Studio vs Scrivener, Ulysses, and Atticus
Read side-by-side comparisons to find the best writing app for your workflow.
Scrivener vs Writers Studio
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Read comparisonUlysses vs Writers Studio
Best for comparing minimalist drafting against story-aware AI workflow.
Read comparisonAtticus vs Writers Studio
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Read comparisonFrom the Blog
Writing guides, technical deep-dives, and revision workflows.
Building a Native macOS Writing App With SwiftUI and Local AI
How Writers Studio was built with SwiftUI, SwiftData, and Ollama — no Electron, no web wrappers.
Read articleHow to Beat Writer's Block Without Losing Voice
Use constraints and scene outcomes to restart momentum in stalled chapters.
Read guideHow to Catch Continuity Errors Before Beta Readers
Build a continuity pass that tracks timeline, character state, and lore facts.
Read guideHow to Format a Manuscript for Self-Publishing in 2026
A straightforward checklist for moving from draft to EPUB, PDF, DOCX, and distribution-ready files.
Read guideYour story deserves a better workflow.
Writers Studio keeps your draft, worldbuilding, and continuity checks in one place — so you spend less time managing tools and more time writing.