kitio.aiAdded Oct 28, 2026
Novelcrafter
Free trial · $4/moNovel planning and writing app with bring-your-own-key AI
What is Novelcrafter?
Novelcrafter is a workspace for planning and writing novels and series, with a Codex for characters and locations and optional AI help. Authors connect their own AI provider keys, such as OpenAI, Anthropic or OpenRouter, and pay those providers directly.
Plan chapters on a grid or outline, draft scenes in the editor, and let the AI pull in relevant Codex entries when it writes or summarises. Higher plans add chat, scene summarisation, character extraction and collaboration. Without a subscription your data stays readable and exportable.
Features
- Codex for story details
- Chapter planning grid
- AI scene drafting
- Series and universes
- Bring-your-own API key
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Novelcrafter
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Pricing
- Pricing model
- Free trial
- Paid options from
- $4/mo
- Billing frequency
- Monthly
- Free trial duration
- 21 days
Novelcrafter plans
Scribe
$4/mo
- Unlimited books
- Series and universes
- Basic review features
Hobbyist
$8/mo
- Everything in Scribe
- AI with your own API key
Artisan
$14/mo
- Everything in Hobbyist
- Chat features
- Advanced review features
Specialist
$20/mo
- Everything in Artisan
- Collaborative writing and teams
- Priority support
Prices in USD, checked Oct 28, 2026. Plans change often, so confirm on the Novelcrafter site.Official pricing
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Low starting price
- Choose any AI model
- Strong worldbuilding tools
Cons
- Setting up API keys takes effort
- AI usage billed separately by providers
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What is Novelcrafter?
Novelcrafter is a workspace for planning and writing novels and series, with a Codex for characters and locations and optional AI help. Authors connect their own AI provider keys, such as OpenAI, Anthropic or OpenRouter, and pay those providers directly.
How much does Novelcrafter cost?
Novelcrafter is free trial, with paid plans from $4/mo. There is a 21-day free trial.
Is there a free version of Novelcrafter?
No, but you can try it free for 21 days before paying.
What are the main features of Novelcrafter?
Codex for story details, Chapter planning grid, AI scene drafting, Series and universes, Bring-your-own API key.
Who makes Novelcrafter?
Novelcrafter is made by Novelcrafter.
What are the best alternatives to Novelcrafter?
Popular alternatives include Sudowrite, AI Story Builders, NovelAI.