Penci.ly for writers and worldbuilders
See the story behind every scene
Plot lines, character relationships, timelines, places and lore on one canvas, with the connections between them drawn rather than described. Open any card into its own board when a place or a character grows into something bigger.
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What you can plan
A story bible that shows how everything connects
Build the structure visually, keep the details close, and change the story without rebuilding your notes.
Plot lines
Lay out each plot across the canvas and see where threads meet, stall, or disappear.
Character relationships
Connect characters to allies, rivals, families, factions, and events so the relationship web stays consistent.
Timelines and chapters
Arrange scenes, chapters, and historical events in order, then drag them into a stronger structure.
Places and lore
Give regions, cultures, factions, or magic systems their own sub-boards while keeping the main story board readable.
Drafting in context
Write a scene in a rich text card beside its outline, characters, references, and unresolved questions.
Visual references
Keep maps, mood images, costume ideas, and research beside the part of the world they define.
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Example workflow
From story premise to connected world
Map the central story
Lay out the major acts, turning points, and character goals before expanding the details around them.
Build the world around it
Add locations, factions, lore, timelines, and references beside the plot points they affect.
Draft without losing context
Open the scene beside its outline and supporting material, then update the plan as the draft changes.
Questions about writing with Penci.ly
Still have a question? Send it to our team and we will help you work out whether Penci.ly fits your project.
Put your next project where you can see it
Bring the ideas, references, tasks, and decisions together on one flexible canvas. Start free and shape the plan your way.