First question I know every author is asking: Can I Reorder Chapters Directly From the Table of Contents? Yes. In Storyloft, the table of contents is not just a list of links. It is also a great way to reorganize the book itself. From the Contents sidebar, you can drag a chapter or section to […]
Why Is Storyloft the Best for Story Organization?
If you are writing a book, there is a good chance your work lives in too many places. Your manuscript is in Scrivener or Google Docs. Chapter notes are somewhere else. Character details are buried in a spreadsheet. Research lives in a folder. Images are sitting in another app. And the one note you actually […]
The Best Free Book Template Google Docs Options for Authors in 2026
The Best Free Book Template Google Docs Options for Authors in 2026 Key Takeaways Google Docs book templates offer authors a powerful, cost-free solution for professional manuscript formatting without expensive software or design expertise. • Save 10-20 hours of formatting frustration by using pre-configured templates with correct margins, fonts, and trim sizes that meet print-on-demand […]
How Does Storyloft Compare to Zotero and Scrivener for Research-Heavy Books?
Software Comparison for Research-Heavy Authors Zotero is excellent at collecting and citing sources. Scrivener is excellent at organizing a long manuscript. Storyloft takes a different approach: it keeps the manuscript, research files, notes, citations, and a research-aware AI assistant inside the same book project. Here is how the three approaches compare when the book depends […]
Best Book Writing Software in 2026: What Authors Should Use Instead of Google Docs
Discover the best book writing software in 2026 to streamline your creative process. Move beyond Google Docs with specialized tools for drafting, designing, and publishing your next bestseller in one integrated platform.
Can a Book Writing App Handle a 250,000-Word Novel? We Tested It.
Most book writing apps are built for manuscripts that top out around 100,000 words. That’s fine for a typical novel. But what happens when you push one past 200,000 words — with chapters to navigate, AI analysis to run, a book cover to generate, and a print-ready PDF to export? We decided to […]
How to Do an Outline for a Novel Easily and Effectively
Picture this: you’re staring at a blinking cursor, your mind swirling with fragments of scenes and character ideas. It’s like a chaotic puzzle, and you’re missing half the pieces. You know you want to write a compelling story, but the path from a vague idea to a structured book plan feels daunting. Relax! You’ve landed […]
How to Do an Outline for a Book Step by Step Guide
Picture this: you have a brilliant idea for a novel swirling in your mind. It feels electric, full of potential. But as you sit down, the excitement quickly turns into frustration. Turning that spark into a structured plan feels like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall—impossible and messy. Yet, crafting an outline isn’t about […]
How to Do a Novel Outline for Beginners Made Easy
Imagine this: You have a brilliant story idea swirling in your mind, yet the thought of putting it on paper feels overwhelming. Staring at a blank page is like standing at the base of a mountain, ready to climb but unsure of the path. This is where learning the art of outlining comes into play. […]
How to Do an Outline of a Book Step by Step Guide
Imagine sitting at your desk, staring at a blank page. The cursor blinks, taunting you. You have a fantastic idea for a story, but how do you transform that spark into a structured narrative? Don’t worry! You’re not alone in this creative struggle. Many writers, from seasoned authors to eager beginners, face this daunting challenge. […]