AI tools for editing and proofing
Tools that check grammar, style, pace and story structure.
ProWritingAid
A grammar and style checker with in depth reports on pace, repeats and dialogue. Aimed at fiction. It can now also review a whole manuscript, with plot and character reports and a virtual beta reader.
Source: maker's site, checked 16 Oct 2026. Changed 16 Oct 2026
Grammarly
A widely used grammar and clarity checker. Set it to British English for UK spelling.
Source: maker's site, checked 16 Oct 2026
AutoCrit
A fiction editing tool that compares your text with published books in your genre.
Source: maker's site, checked 16 Oct 2026
Fictionary
Story level editing. It maps scenes, characters and structure rather than just commas.
Source: maker's site, read 16 Oct 2026. Its site blocks auto link checks.
Hemingway Editor
Flags long sentences and weak words. Simple and quick for tightening prose.
Source: maker's site, checked 16 Oct 2026
Marlowe by Authors A.I.
An AI that reads your manuscript and gives a report on structure, pace and story beats.
Source: maker's site, checked 16 Oct 2026
StoryWith AI
Reads a draft you wrote and gives a ranked list of what to fix, such as plot holes, slow chapters and names that change. It adds AI test readers, real beta reader links and a readiness score. New in October 2026, so it has little track record yet.
Source: maker's site, checked 16 Oct 2026. Changed 16 Oct 2026
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