Best writing software...

Posted by Stephen Zeoli
Sep 25, 2007 at 07:30 PM

Hi, all.

There doesn’t seem to be a whole lot happening in the world of outliners/PIMs this summer, so I thought it might be a good time to take a broader look at the software that’s already out there, specifically as it relates to helping writers write.

A powerful outliner is a great tool for writers. But we know there are no truly powerful outliners for Windows. So, I am wondering what you all think is the best application for helping writers with their craft… not counting straight word processors. Here is a list of applications I would consider. It is not exhaustive by any means:

Brainstorm
Idea Mason
Idea Weaver
Writer’s Blocks 3
Super Note Card
Liquid Story Binder
Page Four
Rough Draft
WhizFolders

As you can see, I’m mostly looking at tools to help with composition and organization. I’m not talking about those applications which supposedly help you with your style, etc.

My choice for the best of these at this point would be Super Note Card. It provides a lot of helpful features, but in a friendly interface that doesn’t inhibit the writing process (which, unfortunately, Idea Mason does). I would give honorary mention to Brainstorm and Page Four.

What do you all think? Have I left out any good applications?

Steve Z.