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Story Architect (STARC)LivingWriter
Freemium

A free version with unlimited projects is available, and some features are reserved for…

 Paid

Subscription plans are listed on the pricing page.

Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS Web
  • TV series with all episodes kept in one project
  • Screenplays, comics, plays and books share one story bible
  • Visual plotting and organization for a manuscript
  • Templates for fiction and nonfiction structures
  • Proprietary licence on Linux builds
  • AI assistant relies on ChatGPT technology
  • Requires an account and stores work in the cloud
  • AI features may not suit writers who avoid them
Downloadable app Web application, Hosted service
Closed source Closed source
License: Proprietary License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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