Writing Tools
Writing tools for Linux
18 of the 68 writing tools in this directory list a Linux app.
14 of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LibreOffice WriterFree, open-source word processor for Windows, macOS and Linux | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| TyporaMinimal Markdown editor that renders formatting as you type | Free trial · from $14.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WPS WriterWord-compatible word processor in the WPS Office suite | Free plan · from $5.83/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| AtticusBook writing and formatting app for ebooks and print | From $147 one-time | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| DabbleNovel writing app with plotting, story notes and sync | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WriterDuetScreenwriting software built for real-time co-writing | Free plan · from $7.49/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Fade InOne-time-purchase screenwriting software for Windows, Mac and Linux | Free trial · from $79.95 one-time | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| TypstMarkup-based typesetting system with a collaborative web app | Free plan · from $7.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| ZettlrFree, open-source Markdown editor for academic writing | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| FocusWriterFree distraction-free word processor for Windows and Linux | Free | Free | Windows, Linux |
| Calmly WriterDistraction-free Markdown writing app sold as a one-time purchase | Free plan · from $16.99 one-time | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| ghostwriterFree, open-source Markdown editor from KDE for focused writing | Free | Free | Windows, Linux |
| MarkTextFree, open-source Markdown editor with in-place live rendering | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| ManuskriptFree, open-source novel planner with an outliner and index cards | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| novelWriterFree, open-source plain-text editor for writing novels | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| bibiscoNovel planning and writing software built around characters | Free plan · from $3.49/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Story ArchitectWriting app for screenplays, novels, comics and stage plays | Free plan · from $4.17/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| TrelbyFree, open-source screenwriting program for desktop | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
Common questions
Which writing tools work on Linux?
18 of the 68 writing tools in this directory list a Linux app. They are LibreOffice Writer, Typora, WPS Writer, Atticus, Dabble, WriterDuet, Fade In, Typst, Zettlr, FocusWriter, Calmly Writer, ghostwriter, MarkText, Manuskript, novelWriter and 3 more.
Which of these writing tools are free?
LibreOffice Writer, WPS Writer, WriterDuet, Typst, Zettlr, FocusWriter, Calmly Writer, ghostwriter, MarkText, Manuskript, novelWriter, bibisco, Story Architect and Trelby 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 each listing names the pages it was read from.