Atticus

The All-In-One Writing and Formatting Tool for Authors.

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Overview

Atticus is a comprehensive tool designed to be an all-in-one solution for authors. It combines writing and editing features with powerful book formatting capabilities, allowing users to go from manuscript to print-ready PDF and e-book files in one application. It is available on all major platforms and is positioned as a strong, cross-platform alternative to tools like Scrivener and Vellum.

✨ Key Features

  • Writing and editing environment
  • Live preview of formatting
  • Over 17 pre-designed book templates
  • Custom theme builder
  • Export to EPUB, PDF, and DOCX
  • Goal setting and writing habit tracker
  • Cloud storage and offline mode
  • Available on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chromebook

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • All-in-one writing and formatting solution
  • Cross-platform availability (Windows, Mac, Linux, etc.)
  • One-time lifetime price

Unique Value: Atticus provides a complete, user-friendly writing and formatting solution for a one-time price, available on virtually any computer, making it an accessible and powerful tool for any author.

🎯 Use Cases (5)

Writing and formatting novels and non-fiction books Authors looking for a single tool for writing and layout Windows users seeking a Vellum alternative Collaborating on a book with co-authors (via DOCX import/export) Formatting books for print-on-demand and e-book distribution

✅ Best For

  • Independent authors using it as their primary writing and formatting software across multiple devices
  • Windows-based authors creating professionally formatted print books
  • Authors who want to write and format in the same application

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Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Creating highly illustrated books like children's books or cookbooks
  • Professional designers who need granular control over every layout element
  • Users who only need a writing tool without formatting

🏆 Alternatives

Vellum Scrivener Pressbooks

It combines the writing focus of Scrivener with the beautiful formatting of Vellum, and unlike Vellum, it's available for Windows users. Its one-time price for all platforms is a major selling point.

💻 Platforms

Web Desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook)

✅ Offline Mode Available

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR

💰 Pricing

Contact for pricing

Free tier: NA

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