Writing software: currently using Word and OneNote - CrimeSpace2024-03-28T12:14:19Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/writing-software-currently?commentId=537324%3AComment%3A229080&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI use yWriter to compose. The…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-31:537324:Comment:2312932010-03-31T06:39:36.737ZBobhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Bob24
I use yWriter to compose. The tabbed names/ locations / items and the synopsis at the bottom are great for thrillers and crime where details mentioned in the past must not be forgotten.<br />
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I export yWriter to Word (2007) to edit and polish where I use Review (Comments) and Track Changes.<br />
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Smiles<br />
Bob
I use yWriter to compose. The tabbed names/ locations / items and the synopsis at the bottom are great for thrillers and crime where details mentioned in the past must not be forgotten.<br />
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I export yWriter to Word (2007) to edit and polish where I use Review (Comments) and Track Changes.<br />
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Smiles<br />
Bob Keith, I can't imagine writin…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-16:537324:Comment:2300222010-03-16T22:49:04.173ZMelissahttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/MelissaEiselein
Keith, I can't imagine writing without a computer.<br />
In my dozen or so years as a (now former) reporter, I've developed nearly unreadable handwriting. And I've learned to rely heavily on copy and paste.<br />
I'm jealous of writers who can sit down and pen their prose and reporters who can dictate stories off the top of their head. I was never good at either.
Keith, I can't imagine writing without a computer.<br />
In my dozen or so years as a (now former) reporter, I've developed nearly unreadable handwriting. And I've learned to rely heavily on copy and paste.<br />
I'm jealous of writers who can sit down and pen their prose and reporters who can dictate stories off the top of their head. I was never good at either. Most of the time, I use paper…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-15:537324:Comment:2299442010-03-15T03:14:21.128ZKeith thomsonhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Keiththomson
Most of the time, I use paper and a pen or pencil. I grew up writing that way (didn't get my first PC until college) and feel like the computer sometimes acts as a filter that dilutes ideas. Then I type up on MS Word--which is also what my publisher (Doubleday) asks for.
Most of the time, I use paper and a pen or pencil. I grew up writing that way (didn't get my first PC until college) and feel like the computer sometimes acts as a filter that dilutes ideas. Then I type up on MS Word--which is also what my publisher (Doubleday) asks for. I use Writer's Cafe, designed…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-09:537324:Comment:2294852010-03-09T02:32:33.663ZMike Gerrardhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/MikeGerrard
I use Writer's Cafe, designed by a Scottish writer and I've found it easy to use and fun, as well, with its cork board and notecards you can move around. And, very importantly - cheap! Check it out at <a href="http://www.writerscafe.co.uk" target="_blank">www.writerscafe.co.uk</a>, and don't confuse cheap with 'must be no good'.
I use Writer's Cafe, designed by a Scottish writer and I've found it easy to use and fun, as well, with its cork board and notecards you can move around. And, very importantly - cheap! Check it out at <a href="http://www.writerscafe.co.uk" target="_blank">www.writerscafe.co.uk</a>, and don't confuse cheap with 'must be no good'. Thanks, Jeff. I think when I…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-06:537324:Comment:2292132010-03-06T20:17:46.403ZKris Nerihttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/KrisNeri
Thanks, Jeff. I think when I have a couple of light days, I'll download the sample and try it. My contracts call for turning in manuscripts in MS Word, too. But if I can get that, and still use a more stable, user-friendly program, I will.
Thanks, Jeff. I think when I have a couple of light days, I'll download the sample and try it. My contracts call for turning in manuscripts in MS Word, too. But if I can get that, and still use a more stable, user-friendly program, I will. Thanks, Melissa, I'll try tha…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-06:537324:Comment:2292122010-03-06T20:15:12.132ZKris Nerihttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/KrisNeri
Thanks, Melissa, I'll try that. I want to scream when it suddenly changes my margins!<br />
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Thanks for the good wishes on my Lefty nom! I'm pretty stoked.
Thanks, Melissa, I'll try that. I want to scream when it suddenly changes my margins!<br />
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Thanks for the good wishes on my Lefty nom! I'm pretty stoked. Kris,
I've been using Scrive…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-06:537324:Comment:2292032010-03-06T18:03:34.381ZJeffrey J. Mariottehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JeffreyJMariotte
Kris,<br />
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I've been using Scrivener for a couple of days now (because I don't have any imminent deadlines, I decided I could take a chance on working in it for a bit). You can save a Scrivener doc in a number of different formats, including Word and .rtf. If not for that feature I wouldn't have bothered because I'm not going to turn in a ms in anything but Word. It's the standard these days and I think everybody in NY uses it.
Kris,<br />
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I've been using Scrivener for a couple of days now (because I don't have any imminent deadlines, I decided I could take a chance on working in it for a bit). You can save a Scrivener doc in a number of different formats, including Word and .rtf. If not for that feature I wouldn't have bothered because I'm not going to turn in a ms in anything but Word. It's the standard these days and I think everybody in NY uses it. Kris:
You might create a new…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-05:537324:Comment:2290992010-03-05T08:34:15.598ZMelissahttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/MelissaEiselein
Kris:<br />
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You might create a new default file that has the font and margin spacings that you want. Instead of changing the font and margins manually with each page (and having to fight Word to keep them), you tell Word what you want the defaults to be for each and every page you open.<br />
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I made a default file that opens as an .rtf (rich text format) with Times New Roman, 1" margins and 1/2" paragraph indent and double spacing. Before I made a new default file, I was constantly pulling my hair out,…
Kris:<br />
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You might create a new default file that has the font and margin spacings that you want. Instead of changing the font and margins manually with each page (and having to fight Word to keep them), you tell Word what you want the defaults to be for each and every page you open.<br />
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I made a default file that opens as an .rtf (rich text format) with Times New Roman, 1" margins and 1/2" paragraph indent and double spacing. Before I made a new default file, I was constantly pulling my hair out, making adjustments and having to remember to save in .rtf (which Word, Works and other users can easily open) instead of .doc (which can only be opened by people with Word).<br />
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BTW ... I recognize your name from the Left Coast Crime: Booked in L.A. Lefty Award nominees. Good luck to you and "High Crimes" at the awards banquet. I use MS Word. I don't really…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-05:537324:Comment:2290922010-03-05T02:59:16.518ZKris Nerihttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/KrisNeri
I use MS Word. I don't really like it. I've looked at Scrivener, I don't know when I could devote the time to learn something new, with the hours I work. I always have to send my manuscripts in in Word, and when I critique, I need to use something everyone can open, so that's Word, too. But I really dislike its quirkiness. I use the outline function for my notes for the many talks I give, and I hate the way it suddenly changes the margins and spacing about midway through. I also dislike the way…
I use MS Word. I don't really like it. I've looked at Scrivener, I don't know when I could devote the time to learn something new, with the hours I work. I always have to send my manuscripts in in Word, and when I critique, I need to use something everyone can open, so that's Word, too. But I really dislike its quirkiness. I use the outline function for my notes for the many talks I give, and I hate the way it suddenly changes the margins and spacing about midway through. I also dislike the way it sometimes changes fonts with no warning. Melissa, you are so far ahead…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-03-05:537324:Comment:2290862010-03-05T01:07:07.183ZCharles Breckenridgehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/CharlesBreckenridge
Melissa, you are so far ahead of my puny efforts --- I use bits of verbiage for the scene names and constantly update a scratch pad with the relative order where they belong.<br />
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If you are only concerned about additions, would 1.2 type of naming work till the final (!) version is ready?
Melissa, you are so far ahead of my puny efforts --- I use bits of verbiage for the scene names and constantly update a scratch pad with the relative order where they belong.<br />
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If you are only concerned about additions, would 1.2 type of naming work till the final (!) version is ready?