In NovelBase you write short pieces, which are called scenes. These scenes form the basis of your book. They are arranged in the Compose screen, which allows you to select the correct order of your chosen scenes. An individal scene can also have multiple revisions. Each revision can be completely different, or a variation on a theme, or even just a different edited and proof-read revision.
When the scene have been written they can then be assembled in the Composition area. This allows selection of the scenes, which optionally reside inside Plot folders, to create the NovelBase composition.
This allows writers to begin at the end of their timeline, or rearrange their scenes how they see fit, to create the most interesting storyline. Selecting each scene, it can be simply be added to the linear composition area. A preview of how the entire book is composed is available for the author to see. Composition can be re-arranged until the writer is satisfied with the outcome. Scene can be edited to provide a better fit, and the changes are reflected in the composition.
Tags: Author, Composition, Writing
Hey, you might want to take a look at a new product being developed by Adobe, called “Adobe Story”. It’s primarily for screenwriters and TV writers, but it also has templates for novels.
I’d link to it, but I don’t want my message to be flagged as spam
) Just google for it and you should be able to find the current alpha version with no problem.
Email me if you have any questions. I’ve been kicking the tires on Adobe Story and have some strong opinions about things they’re doing right and wrong. (Though I use it only for the screenwriting features. I’ve never attempted to write a novel, so I might not exactly be your target user.)