What It Does
Dabble is a fiction-focused writing tool built specifically for novelists.
It gives writers an organized, distraction-free space to plan, write, and edit books without the clutter of unnecessary features or the stress of managing huge manuscripts.
Key Features
- Plot Grid for Easy Planning: Map out scenes, character arcs, timelines, and subplots without getting lost.
- Character & Worldbuilding Tools: Store character profiles, world rules, lore, timelines, and all your story notes in one place.
- Clean, Modern Writing Editor: Auto-formatted chapters, typewriter-style focus mode, dark theme, and smooth writing sessions.
- Daily Word Count Goals: Customizable targets keep you motivated-perfect for NaNoWriMo.
- Multi-Device Sync: Write on your laptop, phone, tablet, or browser with seamless syncing and autosave.
- Advanced Editing Tools: Sticky notes, comments, highlights, “Read to Me,” and grammar/style checks via built-in tools, ProWritingAid, or Grammarly.
- Drag-and-Drop Organization: Easily rearrange scenes and chapters without breaking your flow.
- Co-Authoring & Collaboration: Write books together in real time.
- Secure Backups: Automatic online and offline backups so you never lose a word.
- Export Options: Send your manuscript to Word, Google Docs, or publish-ready formats.
Who Is Dabble For?
- Aspiring Novelists: Anyone starting their first book and craving a simple, supportive writing environment.
- Seasoned Fiction Authors: Writers managing big story universes, multiple books, or complex plots.
- Organized (or chaotic) Plotters: Whether you pre-plan everything or discover the story as you go, Dabble fits both styles.
- Writers Who Work Anywhere: Perfect for authors who switch between devices or write on the go.
- NaNoWriMo Participants: Built-in trackers and goals make hitting 50k words way easier.
- Writers Overwhelmed by Scrivener: For anyone who wants power without complexity.
Final Thoughts
Dabble brings together everything fiction writers need-plotting tools, a calm writing space, powerful editing features, and stress-free organization-all without drowning you in buttons or menus.
If you want a writing tool that helps you stay consistent, inspired, and organized from your first idea to your final chapter, Dabble is absolutely worth trying.
Start with the free 14-day trial and see how much smoother your writing routine feels.