Nola: Story Planner & Writing

Novels, plots, characters—app

Free · In‑App Purchases

600k+ writers! The tool for consistent storytelling. Manage plots & settings in one place. -Build story arcs -Organize characters -Sync on any device 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.

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Ver.6.16.7 Thank you for using Nola. In this update, we have added the following features and improvements. [New Features] - Added Inbox feature. You can now manage notifications from the Nola team and NolaNovel in one place. - Added text editing toolbar to the memo editor. Features like bracket insertion and ruby are now available in memos. [Improvements] - A warning is now displayed when approaching the manuscript character limit. - Improved long text input experience on Android devices. [Bug Fixes] - Fixed an issue when tapping the top of the screen on iPadOS 26. We will continue to make gradual improvements to provide you with a more comfortable experience. Stay warm during these cold days, and take care of yourself. We look forward to your continued support of Nola.

The developer, indent Inc., indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

  • Data Linked to You

    The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:

    • Purchases
    • Financial Info
    • Contact Info
    • User Content
    • Identifiers
    • Usage Data
  • Data Not Linked to You

    The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:

    • Diagnostics

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  • Seller
    • indent Inc.
  • Size
    • 93.7 MB
  • Category
    • Books
  • Compatibility
    Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
    • iPad
      Requires iPadOS 15.0 or later.
    • iPod touch
      Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
    • Apple Vision
      Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
  • Languages
    • Japanese
  • Age Rating
    13+
    • 13+
    • Frequent
      Contests

      Contains
      Gambling and Contests
  • In-App Purchases
    Yes
    • Nola Premium Annual $99.99
    • Nola Premium Monthly $9.99
  • Copyright
    • © 2018 indent