Audience
Novelists, fiction writers, independent authors and worldbuilders.
About ChapterMuse
ChapterMuse is a desktop writing application for novelists and other fiction writers. It brings manuscript drafting, chapter and scene organization, character profiles, plot planning, and worldbuilding into one workspace. The Studio edition adds tools for organizing locations, factions, and items, along with book formatting and EPUB export. Core writing features run offline, and manuscripts are stored on the user's computer; optional AI tools and cloud services are offered separately. ChapterMuse is available for Windows through the Microsoft Store, with Light, Writer, and Studio editions sold as one-time licenses for the purchased major version and updates within that version. A 30-day trial is offered, and a Mac edition is planned. The software is intended for novelists, independent authors, and writers who want to plan and manage fiction projects alongside their drafts.
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Pricing
Starting Price:
£24 one-time
Pricing Details:
The Light license is £24, Writer is £36, and Studio is £48 as one-time lifetime licenses for ChapterMuse 1, with 1.x updates included. The £24 Light price includes UK VAT; final totals are confirmed at checkout. AI credits are purchased separately. The optional Cloud add-on is £6/month including UK VAT.
Free Trial:
Free Trial available.
Integrations
No integrations listed.
Company Information
ChapterMuse
United Kingdom
www.chaptermuse.com
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ChapterMuse writing workspace showing a chapter manuscript beside a multi-column plot grid.
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Product Details
Platforms Supported
Windows
Training
Documentation
Support
Online
ChapterMuse Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does ChapterMuse work with?
ChapterMuse works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does ChapterMuse support in their product?
ChapterMuse supports these languages: English, German, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.
Q: What kind of support options does ChapterMuse offer?
ChapterMuse offers support via online.
Q: What type of training does ChapterMuse provide?
ChapterMuse provides training in the form of documentation.
Q: Does ChapterMuse offer a free trial?
Yes, ChapterMuse offers a free trial.
Q: How much does ChapterMuse cost?
Pricing for ChapterMuse starts at £24 one-time.
