Writing
Content Creator Resources
ProWritingAid
Web-based, macOS, Windows, ChromeCross-platform, Chrome • Freemium
Take your writing to the next level with this all-in-one grammar checker and style editor that provides personalized suggestions to improve clarity.
Portent
Web-based • Free
Defeat writer’s block with the content idea generator or promote your most recent creation with internet marketing assistance with SEO expertise.
Writing Contests, Grants & Awards
Web-based • Freemium
A comprehensive database of writing contests, grants, and awards, which are reviewed for best practices and filtered by entry fee, genre and deadline.
Writing Exercises
Web-based • Free
Break through writing blocks with these creative writing exercises and prompts, as well as help generate story ideas, plots, subjects, and more.
Word to HTML
Web-based • Freemium
Convert Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and PDF documents into clean HTML code - the premium version saves personalized settings to optimize workflow.
Copyscape
Web-based • Freemium
Plagiarism detection service that checks content originality, helps prevent duplicate content, and provides ongoing duplication monitoring.
Kopywriting Checklist
PDF • Free
Write stronger marketing copy with this easy-to-read checklist that helps copywriters create high-converting copy — in essence, it's a copywriter's CliffNotes.
Macros for Editors
Windows • Free
Proofreading and editing program that speeds up your writing with 650 macros that complete repetitive tasks, like capitalizing a word after a period.
Ulysses
macOS • Paid (14-day trial)
Amp up your productivity with this distraction-free writing environment that keeps you focused and provides effective document management and fast syncing.
Clippings
Web-based, macOS, iOS, Windows, Android, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, PDF • Freemium
Online portfolio for journalists, bloggers, and writers that provides easy customization and uploading, plus simple embedding for media items.
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