Getting Started

From Download to Published Book

See how easy it is to start writing with Author's Forge. No complex setup, no learning curve.

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Video Walkthrough

See Author's Forge in action

5 Simple Steps to Start Writing

Get up and running in minutes, not hours

1

Download & Install

Get Author's Forge on your Mac or Windows computer

Download the installer for your OS
Run the simple installation wizard
Launch Author's Forge
No account or internet required
2

Create Your Library

Set up your personal writing workspace

Choose where to store your library
Name your library (e.g., 'My Novels')
Optionally sync with cloud storage
Create multiple libraries for different projects
3

Start Your Project

Create your first book or writing project

Click 'New Book' or 'New Project'
Choose your project type
Add title and author information
Select a template or start from scratch
4

Write & Organize

Focus on writing with powerful organization tools

Add chapters with one click
Create character and location notes
Use tabs to work on multiple sections
Track your writing progress
5

Export Your Work

Share your finished work in any format

Choose your export format
Customize formatting options
One-click professional output
Ready for publishers or self-publishing

Built for Every Type of Author

See how Author's Forge adapts to your writing style

Perfect for Novel Writers

Whether you're writing your first novel or your fifteenth, Author's Forge provides everything you need.

Key Features

  • Chapter organization with automatic numbering
  • Series management for multiple books
  • Character and world-building notes
  • Scene breaks and part divisions
  • Export to standard manuscript format

Typical Workflow

  1. 1 Create a new book in your library
  2. 2 Outline using the notes section
  3. 3 Write chapters in focused mode
  4. 4 Track progress with word count goals
  5. 5 Export to DOCX for agents or ePub for readers

Pro Tips for Getting Started

Customize Your Environment

Start by adjusting font size, theme, and layout to match your preferences. A comfortable writing environment is key to productivity.

Organize Before You Write

Set up your project structure first. Create folders for research, character notes, and outlines to keep everything organized.

Enable Auto-Save

Author's Forge auto-saves your work, but consider setting up cloud sync for additional peace of mind.

Import Existing Work

Don't start from scratch. Import your existing manuscripts from Word, Google Docs, or Scrivener to continue where you left off.

Ready to Transform Your Writing Process?

Join the growing community of authors who write with Author's Forge.