I built my wife a writing app
She wanted one that suited how she actually writes, so I made it. She has used it every day since. Briarquill is a writing studio for novelists: characters, plot, world and manuscript in one place, offline, on any device.
Join the free betaEverything your book needs, in one place
Characters that link as you type
Type a name and it links to their profile. Every chapter they appear in is one tap away.
Colour-coded dialogue
Every line turns the speaker's colour, so you always know who's talking.
A web of every relationship
Enemies, lovers, the friend who's secretly a traitor. All on one map.
Beat sheets and plot board
Pick a romance structure and the board fills in. Then make it yours.
World-building and mood boards
Cards for every place, with pictures and the facts you keep forgetting. Because vibes are part of the plot.
Focus, goals and streaks
Distraction-free mode, your own fonts and themes, daily goals and a 30-day chart.
One price. Yours to keep.
A free version for your first book, and a one-off price to unlock everything. No subscription.
Beta testers get it free for life.
Join the beta
A small group of writers, free for life, in exchange for honest feedback.
Questions
Is it really no subscription?
Yes. You pay once. Only optional AI extras, if they ever come, would be monthly.
Where is my writing stored?
In your own private account, synced between your devices. You can download a full backup any time.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It runs in your browser, and you can add it to your home screen like an app.
When does it launch?
Early 2027. Beta testers get in first.