Wit
Write simply. Publish beautifully. A free, open-source editor for writing books and scripts, with your pages typeset as you write.
Get WitView on GitHubSee the book while you write it
Wit is a distraction-free editor for books, stories, essays, and scripts. Write in a calm, focused editor while a live preview shows your words typeset on real pages, at the book size and typography you choose.
It handles novels, children's books, screenplays, and stage plays, and exports print-ready PDFs with margins and bleed.
Your manuscript is stored as text files on your own machine. No account, no subscription, no limits.
WHAT MAKES WIT DIFFERENT
Focus Mode
Focus mode quiets the interface and keeps your attention on the paragraph you're writing.
Live Page Previews
See your manuscript typeset as you go, with adjustable book sizes and typography, then export a PDF for print.
Targets & Chapters
Organize your manuscript by chapter, set a word or page target, and watch your progress in the sidebar.
Free & Open Source
Version history lets you restore earlier drafts. Your files stay local, and the code is open on GitHub.
Your next book starts here
Wit runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with mobile apps planned. It's free, with no subscriptions and no manuscript limits.
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