🎯 Distraction-Free Writing
Focus on your craft with a clean, beautiful interface. Markdown support, customizable themes, and powerful editing tools keep you in the flow.
📊 Advanced Readability Analysis
Get instant feedback with six industry-standard readability formulas. Track Flesch-Kincaid, Gunning Fog, SMOG, and more to reach your target audience.
✍️ Writing Style Insights
Learn from the masters. Compare your style against Hemingway, Orwell, Stephen King, and other legendary authors with detailed analysis.
📁 Hierarchical Organization
Organize complex projects with unlimited nested folders, chapters, and scenes. Keep everything structured exactly how you need it.
⏱️ Automatic Version History
Never lose work again. BookCatalyst automatically saves versions of your writing, with 30-day retention and easy comparison tools.
🎨 11 Beautiful Themes
Write in comfort with themes for every preference. Dark, light, or high-contrast options including Dracula, Nord, Solarized, and more.
Why BookCatalyst?
We built BookCatalyst because writers deserve better tools. Unlike subscription-based alternatives that can cost $240-360 per year, BookCatalyst is a one-time purchase that gives you everything you need to write, analyze, and improve your craft.
Perfect for:
- Novelists working on long-form fiction
- Screenwriters managing complex scripts
- Technical writers creating documentation
- Former Mac users looking for a Ulysses alternative
- Anyone who wants professional writing tools without subscriptions
What Sets Us Apart
Readability Analysis: We're the only writing tool with comprehensive readability metrics built in. Know exactly how accessible your writing is to your target audience.
Automatic Version History: Unlike competitors, every save creates a version. Compare changes, restore previous versions, and never worry about lost work.
One-Time Purchase: Pay once, own forever. No subscriptions, no recurring fees, no surprises.
Getting Started
Get BookCatalyst from the Microsoft Store and start writing in minutes:
- Visit the Microsoft Store or search for "BookCatalyst" in your Store app
- Click "Get" or "Buy" to install on your Windows PC (Windows 10/11)
- Create your first project or import existing documents
- Start writing with professional tools at your fingertips
Need help? Check out our documentation or contact support.