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Authors Toolbox

Authors Toolbox is a desktop app that gives writers a visual, organized library for all their manuscripts and projects—no matter what software created them.
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Instead of hunting through folders for that Scrivener project or Word doc, you see all your work in one beautiful grid with cover images, tags, and status tracking, then open any file in its native app with one click. Your files stay exactly where they are; Authors Toolbox just connects and organizes them, so you can stop managing files and start writing more.

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    • Never Lose Track of Your Creative Work Again

    Authors Toolbox is the command center for your writing projects—no matter where your files live or what tools you use to create them.

    📚 One Library. Every Format. Zero Limitations.

    Stop juggling folders, file explorers, and endless "where did I save that?" moments. Authors Toolbox gives you a visual, organized hub for all your manuscripts, outlines, and notes—whether they're in Scrivener, Word, Google Docs, or plain text files.

    Supported Formats

    • Scrivener (.scriv, .scrivx) - Your drafting powerhouse

    • Microsoft Word (.docx, .doc) - Industry standard editing

    • Plain Text (.txt) - Simple, universal notes

    • Markdown (.md) - Clean, portable formatting

    • Rich Text (.rtf) - Cross-platform compatibility

    • OpenDocument (.odt) - Open-source alternative

    No file conversion. No imports. No copies.
    Your files stay exactly where they are, in their original format. Authors Toolbox simply organizes and connects them.

    🗂️ Think of Authors Toolbox as Mission Control for your writing life.

    Point Authors Toolbox at your "Writing Projects" folder and watch it intelligently organize everything:
    Auto-Import From Folders

    • Automatic section creation from your folder structure

    • Batch import hundreds of files in seconds

    • Duplicate detection prevents clutter

    No file conversion. No imports. No copies.
    Your files stay exactly where they are, in their original format. Authors Toolbox simply organizes and connects them.

    Flexible Organization

    • Visual grid view with cover images

    • Sections (categories/folders) you control

    • Tags for cross-referencing (genres, themes, deadlines)

    • Series tracking for multi-book projects

    • Status indicators (Idea → Drafting → Editing → Publishing → Complete)

    • Word count tracking across all your projects

    Stop hunting for files. Start writing more.

    One app to see all your projects, track your progress, and launch any manuscript in seconds—regardless of where it's saved or what tool created it.


    Authors Toolbox: Because your creative work deserves better than folders and file names.


    FAQs

    Windows

    Authors Toolbox Version 1.0

    Get Authors Toolbox

    Secure checkout via Gumroad

  • Download Free Trial (Windows)

  • 7-day free trial · No account required

    • What is Authors Toolbox?

    Authors Toolbox is a smart hub that helps writers organize and track all their creative projects—no matter what writing software they use.

    The Problem It Solves

    If you're a writer with multiple projects scattered across Scrivener, Word, Google Docs, and folders full of notes, you know the pain:

    • "Where did I save that short story?"

    • "Which draft is the latest version?"

    • "How many projects am I juggling right now?"

    • "What was that idea I had for the sequel?"

    Authors Toolbox fixes this.

    Why choose Authors Toolbox over file explorers?

    What You're Missing With File Explorer:

    • ❌ Text-only file names (no visual identification)

    • ❌ Folder-only organization (rigid, single-hierarchy)

    • ❌ No metadata (word counts, status, notes lost)

    • ❌ Hunt through nested directories every time

    • ❌ Manual file opening (find file → right-click → open with)

    • ❌ Zero visual context (which draft is which?)

    What You Get With Authors Toolbox:

    • ✅ Visual cover images - Recognize projects at a glance

    • ✅ Multi-dimensional organization - Tags, series, status, sections working together

    • ✅ Rich metadata tracking - Word counts, custom notes, status tracking built-in

    • ✅ Search and filter - Find any project in seconds, not minutes

    • ✅ One-click launch - Projects open in their native apps instantly

    • ✅ Rich project cards - See all details before you even open the file

    Does Authors Toolbox store my data online?

    No. Your data never leaves your computer.

    Authors Toolbox is a 100% local, offline-first application. Here's what that means for your creative work:

    What Stays Local:

    • ✅ Your manuscript files - Remain exactly where you saved them (Scrivener projects, Word docs, etc.)

    • ✅ All metadata - Notes, tags, word counts, status tracking stored in a local database on your machine

    • ✅ Cover images - Stored locally in your application data folder

    • ✅ Organization data - Sections, series information, custom fields all stay on your device

    • ✅ Application logs - Diagnostic information never transmitted

    Can I export and backup my projects?

    Absolutely. You have complete control over your data with multiple backup and export options.

    Authors Toolbox is designed with data portability and safety in mind. Here's how you can protect and export your work:

    🔄 Built-In Backup & Export

    Settings Export

    Export your entire Authors Toolbox configuration:

    • What's included: All metadata (tags, notes, word counts, status), sections, organization structure, application settings

    • Format: Portable ZIP file containing SQLite database and JSON files

    • Use case: Full system backup, moving to a new computer, disaster recovery

    • How to: Settings → Export → Choose what to include (database, logs, settings)

    Who is Authors Toolbox best for?

    📖 Novelists managing series with multiple drafts across Scrivener and Word

    ✍️ Short story writers tracking submissions and revisions
    📝 Non-fiction authors organizing research and chapter drafts
    🎭 Screenwriters coordinating scripts, treatments, and notes
    📚 Prolific creators juggling 10+ active projects