GrinTale
✦ The tool for those who write seriously

Write your next
masterpiece. Without distractions.

Stop losing the thread. GrinTale keeps chapters, characters, research and ideas in one place, so you focus on writing, not on managing files.

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The software for writing a book
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GrinTale is the book writing software that keeps all your ideas in one place: no more scattered Word files and random notes. Chapters, characters, locations and research together, so you can focus on what matters: writing your novel.

Structure your book chapter by chapter

Create parts, chapters and scenes as separate documents. Reorder them with a click without ever losing the narrative thread.

Characters, locations and story world

Full character sheets, mind map and research materials. Everything you need to build a coherent, detail-rich novel.

Total focus — actually finish your book

Full-screen writing mode, daily word goal and autosave. Because the difference between those who write and those who are "writing" is consistency.

✦ How it works

Open. Write. Export.

No setup, no learning curve — start blank or import what you've already written.

1

Create your project

Start from a blank page, or import a manuscript from Word or Google Docs — GrinTale splits it into chapters for you. Either way, you're in within 30 seconds.

2

Write. Everything is already organized.

Chapters, acts or sections. Characters, sources or scenes. The structure adapts to your project. Open focus mode and write.

3

Export when you're ready

PDF to share, DOCX for your editor, EPUB for self-publishing.

Features

One app. Unlimited projects.

GrinTale concentrates everything a writer could want in one environment, from first draft to final manuscript.

  • 01Structure
  • 02Characters
  • 03Mind Map
  • 04Encyclopedia
  • 05Focus Mode
  • 06Board
  • 07Goals
  • 08Import
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Organize by chapters and scenes

Divide your project into chapters, parts and scenes. Reorganize them with drag & drop without losing a single word.

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Characters, locations, settings

Create dedicated cards for each character and location. Add images, notes, relationships. Never lose a detail of your story.

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Mind map of the project

Visualize your entire story structure on a visual canvas. Connect chapters, characters, locations and ideas. Plan your narrative before you write it.

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Built-in encyclopedia and dictionary

Search the built-in encyclopedia and dictionary without leaving the editor. Look up a term, verify a fact or find the right word — all without switching tabs.

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Write without distractions.

GrinTale offers a fullscreen writing mode that hides everything else. Just you and your words. No notifications, no bulky toolbars: your mental space free to create.

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Inspiration card board

View your entire manuscript as sticky notes on a board. Move scenes, find narrative gaps, keep everything in control at a glance.

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Goals and statistics

Set your daily word count target and watch your project grow. GrinTale shows you real-time progress to keep you motivated.

GrinTale detected chapters preview, with two selected to merge into one document

Import from Word or Google Docs

Upload a .docx file and GrinTale finds the chapters for you. Check any two or more to merge them into a single document, all before you confirm the import.

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For whom

Built for those who write seriously

Novels

The problem

Thirty chapters, twenty characters, and you no longer remember who knew what.

In GrinTale

Every chapter in the Binder, the plot on the Corkboard, and next to the text you see which characters appear in the chapter you are writing.

Dissertations

The problem

Your dissertation is a single Word file of 120 pages, and finding chapter 3 has become a chore.

In GrinTale

Import the .docx and the chapters are detected and split for you. When you are done, export to PDF or DOCX with the margins your university asks for.

Essays and research

The problem

Source PDFs in one folder, notes in another, the text somewhere else.

In GrinTale

Sources and images attached to the project, notes next to every chapter, the GrinTale Encyclopedia and Dictionary without switching tabs.

Blogs and journalism

The problem

Several pieces open at once, each with its own length and its own deadline.

In GrinTale

One project per publication or column, a word goal for every piece and the status of each one (draft, in review, done) always in sight.

Pricing

One plan. Everything included.

Only €79/year. Cancel anytime.

✦  Annual plan
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GrinTale Pro

Everything you need to write seriously

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€79 / year
€128/year −63% · about €6.58/month
✓Unlimited projects
✓Advanced editor + Focus mode
✓Corkboard and project outline
✓Word count goal per chapter
✓Snapshots and document versions
✓Character sheets and story world
✓Mind map and built-in encyclopedia
✓Export PDF, DOCX and EPUB
✓Cloud synchronization
✓Priority support
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✓ Cancel anytime

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does GrinTale work on Mac, Windows and Linux? +

Yes, GrinTale is a web application that works on any modern browser, on any operating system.

Can I try it for free before subscribing? +

Absolutely yes. Simply register at grintale.it/register and create your account — no credit card required. You'll have immediate full access to all premium features for 15 days, with no restrictions.

No automatic charge: When the 15-day trial expires, nothing is charged automatically. If you want to continue, subscribe voluntarily at €79/year — you can manage everything directly from the panel under Settings → Billing.

How does the subscription work? +

You can subscribe directly at grintale.it/checkout — this option does not include a free trial. If you're already registered, you'll also find the button under Settings → Billing.

The subscription is annual at €79/year. You can cancel at any time: access remains active until the end of the period you've already paid for.

Are my texts safe? +

Absolutely yes. Your intellectual property and the security of your data are our top priority.

Encryption & Protocols: All data is transmitted over secure HTTPS and stored on protected cloud servers. Your passwords are hashed, meaning no one — not even us — can see them.

Full Ownership: You remain the sole owner of everything you write. GrinTale makes no claim whatsoever over your texts or projects.

Free Export: You'll never be "locked in" to the platform. You can export your projects at any time in the available formats, so you always have an up-to-date local copy of your work.

Backups: We also recommend making periodic exports of your work as a personal safety net — a good habit for every digital writer.

What happens when the trial or subscription expires? +

If you don't subscribe (or don't renew), you'll no longer be able to access the platform, but your data will be kept for 90 days (trial) or 12 months (expired annual subscription) — after which it will be automatically deleted.

We'll send you a reminder email 3 days before expiry, so you won't be caught off guard.

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