Many writers are carving out a living for themselves by writing novels, freelance copywriting or, ghostwriting. To earn a living from writing takes consistency, accuracy, and the ability to write fast. The good news is, there are tools to help writers do those three things. If you’re a writer interested in making a living from your writing ability, here are five tools that can help you.
1. Plottr
Whether you’re a pantser or a plotter, Plottr is a must-have for storytellers. Plottr offers a plotting aid that lets you create and rearrange plots, scenes, and character arcs. With color-coordinated storylines and a timeline that flips between horizontal and vertical at the click of a button, planning has never been this simple. Creating a story bible, fleshing out your characters, and tracking series info across multiple books is all possible with this handy tool.
2. Pacemaker Planner
Suitable for content writers, academics and storytellers alike, Pacemaker Planner takes the stress out of tracking multiple projects and meeting deadlines. Easy to use, Pacemaker Planner allows you to set goals, establish a strategy and sit back while it creates a schedule for you. The schedule adjusts dynamically based on your progress. This is a game-changer for any writer!
3. Global Vision
Accuracy in communication is vital in business and freelancing. What many don’t realize is how automated proofreaders increase productivity. By using the services of a trusted automated proofreader, you free up time to work on other tasks directly related to your business. With the accuracy of communication taken care of by a concise writing tool, you can rest easy, knowing your communications will be accurate and precise.
4. StoryOrigin
To grow a writing career, every writer needs a community and some automation. StoryOrigin is a platform that offers an author the ability to automate and distribute review or beta copies, reader magnets, audio promo codes, and direct downloads which are great for gifts, ARCs, or newsletter exclusives. When it comes to community, StoryOrigin is ideal for newsletter swaps and group promos. They also offer the ability to set up universal book links.
5. Write or Die vs Written? Kitten!
When it comes to productivity, a big part of being a successful writer is blocking out distractions and getting the words down. There are a number of tools available to help an author focus. Write or Die is a popular author tool to help speed up a writer’s output. Once you’ve set your goal and time, and whether you want to work for a reward or consequence. Be warned, consequences include deleting all you’ve written (shudder) and throwing in some images of spiders. For a gentler approach, Written? Kitten! rewards meeting small word count goals with images of kittens, bunnies, or puppies. Pick the one that works for you!
Writing Tools for Every Writer
Writing tools such as these can help you in your writing journey, whether your goal is to become a published author, write multiple books a year or grow your freelance writing business. Assess your needs, find a tool to match, and watch your writing career take off.
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