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LivingWriter alternatives with a Linux app

The LivingWriter listing does not include a Linux app. 18 of the 67 other writing tools in this directory list a Linux app.

LivingWriter has a free plan. Paid plans start at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro). 14 of them are free or have a free plan.

18 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to LivingWriter

  1. Dabble

    Novel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync

    • Dabble starts at $19 per month, billed monthly (Writer). LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • LivingWriter has a free plan. Dabble does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Dabble lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    Dabble vs LivingWriterDabble pricing and details

  2. Atticus

    Book writing and formatting app for ebooks and print

    • Atticus starts at $147 one-time. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • LivingWriter has a free plan. Atticus does not.
    • Only Atticus lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    Atticus vs LivingWriterAtticus pricing and details

  3. WPS Writer

    Word-compatible word processor in the WPS Office suite

    • WPS Writer starts at $5.83 per month, billed $69.99 per year (WPS Pro+). LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only WPS Writer lists a Linux app.
    • WPS Writer also covers documents and grammar & style.
    • LivingWriter also covers chat assistant and long-form writing.
    WPS Writer pricing and details

  4. WriterDuet

    Screenwriting software built for real-time co-writing

    • WriterDuet starts at $7.49 per month, billed annually ($89.88); $9.99 billed monthly (Plus). LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only WriterDuet lists a Linux app.
    • LivingWriter also covers chat assistant.
    WriterDuet pricing and details

  5. Fade In

    One-time-purchase screenwriting software for Windows, Mac and Linux

    • Fade In starts at $79.95 one-time. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • LivingWriter has a free plan. Fade In does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Fade In lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    Fade In pricing and details

  6. Typst

    Markup-based typesetting system with a collaborative web app

    • Typst starts at $7.99 per month, billed monthly ($79.99 billed yearly). LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only Typst lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Typst is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    Typst pricing and details

  7. Story Architect

    Writing app for screenplays, novels, comics and stage plays

    • Story Architect starts at $4.17 per month, billed annually. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only Story Architect lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists a web app.
    • Story Architect also covers mind mapping.
    Story Architect pricing and details

  8. LibreOffice Writer

    Free, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • LibreOffice Writer is free. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only LibreOffice Writer lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists a web app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    LibreOffice Writer pricing and details

  9. Zettlr

    Free, open-source Markdown editor for academic writing

    • Zettlr is free. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only Zettlr lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists a web app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    Zettlr pricing and details

  10. Manuskript

    Free, open-source novel planner with an outliner and index cards

    • Manuskript is free. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only Manuskript lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists a web app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    Manuskript pricing and details

  11. novelWriter

    Free, open-source plain-text editor for writing novels

    • novelWriter is free. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only novelWriter lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists a web app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists iOS and Android apps.
    novelWriter pricing and details

  12. bibisco

    Novel planning and writing software built around characters

    • bibisco starts at $3.49 per month for Everywhere sync; desktop Supporters Edition is $69 one-time. LivingWriter starts at $15 per month, billed monthly (Pro).
    • Only bibisco lists a Linux app.
    • Only LivingWriter lists a web app.
    • bibisco is open source, according to its own site.
    bibisco pricing and details

6 more that list a Linux app

All 18 in one table

Common questions

Which LivingWriter alternatives have a Linux app?

Dabble, Atticus, WPS Writer, WriterDuet, Fade In, Typst, Story Architect, LibreOffice Writer and 10 more list a Linux app.

Does LivingWriter have a Linux app?

The LivingWriter listing does not include a Linux app. It lists Web, macOS, Windows, iOS and Android.

Which of these writing tools are free?

WPS Writer, WriterDuet, Typst, Story Architect, LibreOffice Writer, Zettlr, Manuskript, novelWriter and 6 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to LivingWriter: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.