Nola: Story Planner & Writing
Novels, plots, characters—app
Free · In‑App Purchases
700k+ writers! The tool for consistent storytelling.
Manage plots & settings in one place.
-Build story arcs
-Organize characters
Nola is a simple, easy-to-use writing app loved by over 600,000 writers in Japan—including professionals.
From outlining your themes to building plots, writing drafts, organizing characters, and managing worldbuilding notes, Nola keeps your creative process organized and intuitive.
◆ Key Features:
・Cloud sync & backup – Access your work anytime, on any device.
・Theme & goal setting – Define your novel’s message and destination.
・Plot builder – Plan your story using structured formats like Kishōtenketsu or Jo-Ha-Kyu.
・Draft editor – Write and save your manuscript in the cloud. Offline mode also available.
・Character & world database – Save profiles, settings, and item descriptions to avoid inconsistencies.
・Relationship chart – Visualize how characters are connected as your story evolves.
・Character illustration tool – Design avatars using customizable parts.
Created in Japan. Loved by writers.
Nola is the tool for storytellers who want clarity, structure, and creativity—all in one app.
more This update includes improvements to Memos.
[Improvements]
- You can now create a new memo with a single tap on the + button.
- Refreshed the design of the Memo screens.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.32.1 1d ago
This update includes minor improvements.
[Improvements]
- Made minor improvements to enhance usability.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.32.0 Sep 30
This update makes PDF export settings easier to use and improves typing performance in the editor.
[New]
- Enhanced the layout settings for PDF export, making it easier to prepare files for printing.
[Improvements]
- Improved performance when typing in the manuscript editor.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.31.1 Sep 29
In this update, you can now customize the writing screen to suit your style.
[New]
- Customize the layout and toolbar of the writing screen. Open the menu on the manuscript editor and try "Change layout" and "Customize toolbar".
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.31.0 Sep 14
In this update, we redesigned the story info screen to make editing easier.
[Improvements]
- Redesigned the story info screen. You can now edit the title and synopsis in place, and changes are saved automatically.
- Other minor improvements and bug fixes.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.30.0 Sep 9
In this update, we have fixed a minor bug related to the assistant cat home screen.
We will continue making improvements so that your creative time becomes even more fulfilling.
Thank you for your continued support of Nola.
6.29.1 Sep 4
In this update, we improved the project (story info) editor and tidied up the home screen.
[Improvements]
- Aligned the character limits of the project fields with the web version, so longer text can now be entered.
- Tidied up the home screen and the top menu.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.29.0 Aug 31
In this update, we improved the subscription management screen.
[Improvements]
- Reviewed the subscription management screen so that checking your subscription status and managing it are easier to understand.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.28.0 Aug 24
In this update, we’ve improved the manuscript list and PDF export.
[Improvements]
- Added remaining character count to the manuscript list's progress display.
- Expanded PDF export options and improved the settings layout.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.27.0 Aug 18
In this update, we have improved app stability and made minor enhancements.
[Improvements]
- Stabilized the login state upon startup.
- Changed the display when exporting manuscript data.
[Bug Fixes]
- Fixed an issue where sharing was not possible when using "Send a Copy" for notes.
- Fixed an issue where manuscripts were duplicated under certain conditions.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.26.1 Aug 3
In this update, we have added and improved export features.
【New Features】
- You can now export your manuscripts in TXT (plain text) format.
【Improvements】
- You can now access the export feature from the work page.
- Fixed an issue where a text file was generated during export.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.26.0 Jul 27
In this update, we have added new features and made improvements.
【New Features】
- You can now change the app icon.
- You can now reorder the groups created with the grouping feature.
【Improvements】
- Changed the app's default font.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.25.0 Jul 21
In this update, we have fixed a bug and improved stability.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.24.1 Jul 13
In this update, we have made improvements.
【Improvements】
- Enhanced and improved the PDF export functionality.
- You can now start writing immediately when creating a new manuscript, as the title input step is now skipped.
- Updated the text on the premium membership registration completion screen.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.24.0 Jul 6
In this update, we have added a new feature and made improvements.
【New Feature】
- Added home screen widgets for memos and novels.
You can now quickly access your memos and novels directly from your home screen.
【Improvements】
- You can now select a filename pattern when exporting to Word format.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.23.0 Jun 30
In this update, we have added a new feature and made improvements.
【New Feature】
- The “Theme” page has been renewed as the “Planning” page.
You can now enter more detailed planning information, such as a logline and a synopsis leading up to the ending.
【Improvements】
- Updated the icons for the tab menu, side menu, and top menu.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.22.0 Jun 24
In this update, we have made improvements.
[Improvements]
- You can now switch between EM Dash (——) and Horizontal Bar (――) for the dash shortcut input.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.21.1 Jun 19
Nola has reached its 8th anniversary, thanks to the continued support of all of you.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who keeps Nola close and uses it as part of their creative journey.
In this update, we have added new features.
[New Features]
- Added EPUB export functionality.
- Added Word export functionality.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.21.0 Jun 17
Thank you for using Nola.
This update includes minor improvements.
[Improvements]
- Improved the behavior during new member registration.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.20.3 Jun 12
Thank you for using Nola.
This update includes feature improvements and bug fixes.
[Improvements]
- Verification when entering a confirmation code is now smoother.
- Improved the dash symbol input on the writing screen.
[Bug Fixes]
- Fixed an issue where the worldview tab in proper noun management did not navigate to the list of placements.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey as summer approaches.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.20.2 Jun 10
Ver.6.20.1
Thank you for using Nola.
This update includes improvements and bug fixes.
[Improvements]
- We have redesigned the tutorial for new users so they can learn about Nola’s features without interrupting their workflow.
[Bug Fixes]
- Fixed an issue on iPad where header buttons could not be tapped when using the app in multi-window mode.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey as the season changes.
Thank you for your continued support.
6.20.1 May 27
Ver.6.20.0
Thank you for using Nola.
This update includes a new feature:
[New Feature]
- Added novel grouping feature. Create, edit, and delete groups, assign novels to groups, and filter by group.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey as the season changes. Thank you for your continued support.
6.20.0 May 20
Ver.6.19.3
Thank you for using Nola.
This update includes the following bug fixes:
[Bug Fixes]
- Fixed an issue causing unintended scrolling when opening manuscripts.
- Partially resolved cursor disappearance on iPad with external keyboards.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey in this refreshing season. Thank you for your continued support.
6.19.3 May 18
Ver.6.19.2
Thank you for using Nola.
In this update, we have added the following improvements.
[Improvements]
- Refreshed icons and design on the writing screen.
We will continue to make improvements to ensure a more comfortable experience for you.
We look forward to your continued support of Nola.
6.19.2 May 11
Ver.6.19.1
Thank you for using Nola.
In this update, we have added the following new features, improvements, and bug fixes.
[New Features]
- Added bulk selection to the manuscript export screen (Premium members only).
- Added sharing for the worldview section and improved share text for the relationship chart.
We will continue to make improvements to ensure a more comfortable experience for you.
We look forward to your continued support of Nola.
6.19.1 Apr 23
This update includes improvements to Memos.
[Improvements]
- You can now create a new memo with a single tap on the + button.
- Refreshed the design of the Memo screens.
We hope you enjoy your creative journey.
Thank you for your continued support.
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