Inscript Studio will launch at $TBD — one-time, everything included. Right now, we're looking for indie authors to test the app, break things, and tell us what's missing. Beta access is free. Beta testers get 50% off at launch.
30-day money-back guarantee at launch. No questions asked.
Full use of Inscript Studio during the beta period. Every feature, no restrictions, no time limit on the beta.
When Inscript ships at $TBD, beta testers pay $TBD. One-time. Lifetime license. That's the deal for helping us get it right.
Direct line to the founder. Your feedback goes into the product — not a suggestion box. You'll shape what Inscript becomes.
Every competitor covers a piece of the workflow. Inscript covers all of it.
| Write | Format | Story Bible | Finances | Ads Analysis | AI | Offline | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inscript Studio | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | $129.99 one-time |
| Scrivener | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | $59.99 one-time |
| Vellum Mac only | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | ✓ | $249.99 one-time |
| Atticus online only | ~ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | $147 one-time |
| Dabble | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | $228/yr $684 over 3 yrs |
| Ulysses | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | $49.99/yr $150 over 3 yrs |
The stack problem: To match what Inscript does, you'd need Scrivener ($60) + Vellum ($250) + spreadsheets + a project manager + a marketing planner = $310+ in tools, plus the time switching between them. Inscript replaces the whole stack for $129.99.
All updates within your major version are free. If a major new version is released, existing license holders get a significant loyalty discount. You're never forced to upgrade — your current version keeps working indefinitely.
No. Inscript works completely offline. Internet is only needed for license activation (once), optional cloud backups to Google Drive or Dropbox, and cloud-based AI features. You can use AI entirely offline by running Ollama locally on your machine. Inscript does not phone home or monitor your usage in any way. When updates are available, you'll receive an email with a link to download the new version.
No. All your data lives on your machine in a local database, saved automatically as you work. Inscript doesn't have a server, doesn't require an account, and doesn't upload your work. If you want offsite backup, you can connect Google Drive or Dropbox through settings — but the primary copy always stays local. There is no usage tracking, no telemetry, and no monitoring of any kind. Your manuscripts are yours alone.
Inscript's AI features — editing assistance, blurb generation, manuscript briefings, and research — work with any OpenAI-compatible API. You bring your own API key from whichever provider you prefer (Anthropic, OpenAI, Mistral, and others) and pay them directly at their rates. Inscript doesn't add a markup or bundle AI into a subscription. For complete privacy, you can run AI locally through Ollama — no internet connection, no data leaving your machine, no cost per query. AI features are off by default and entirely optional.
Yes. Export your KDP Orders and Payments reports as XLSX or CSV, and Inscript imports them automatically — every title, format, marketplace, KENP read, and royalty amount. For Amazon Ads, export your search term and campaign reports as CSV. Inscript calculates your ACOS, TACOS, and flags budget-draining keywords. No API setup required — just download, import, done.
Yes. Inscript imports .docx files and auto-detects your chapter structure — headings, chapter markers, and scene breaks are all preserved. If you're coming from Microsoft Word, just open your .docx. From Scrivener, compile to .docx and import. From Google Docs, download as .docx. Your manuscript transfers cleanly in minutes, not hours. No copy-paste, no reformatting.
Inscript is a native desktop app available for Mac, Windows, and Linux. It's not a web app — it runs directly on your machine for maximum performance and offline reliability. Your license works on all three platforms.
Email us at hello@inscriptstudio.com. You'll get a real reply from a real person — typically within a day. We also maintain documentation and a changelog so you always know what's new.
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We read every application. We're looking for working writers across genres and experience levels. Most hear back within a few days.
You get a download link, a direct line to the founder, and full access to every feature. No credit card. No expiration date.
Tell us a bit about your writing. We'll review applications and send access within a few days.