Asengana
Writing project management platform for novelists and authors
About Asengana
Asengana is a writing ecosystem built for novelists who need structure. It combines Kanban-style project management with creative writing tools, letting authors plan and create novels from premise to final draft with chapters, scenes, character profiles, timelines, and research all in one place.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Purpose-built for novelists with writing-specific project management
- Kanban board adapted for creative writing workflows
- All-in-one workspace for manuscript, characters, research, and planning
- Accessible from any device via web browser
- Affordable pricing for individual writers
Cons
- No dedicated mobile app available
- Smaller user community compared to general writing tools like Scrivener
- Limited integrations with third-party services
- Not suitable for non-fiction or technical writing workflows
Key Features
Kanban Writing Board
Organize writing tasks using Kanban methodology adapted specifically for authors and novelists
Manuscript Structure
Plan and organize chapters, scenes, and acts with a visual hierarchical structure
Character Profiles
Create detailed character sheets with traits, backstory, relationships, and development arcs
Writing Analytics
Track word count progress, writing sessions, and productivity metrics over time
Research Hub
Store and organize research materials, notes, and reference documents alongside your manuscript
Timeline Builder
Create visual timelines for plot events, character arcs, and story chronology
Logline & Synopsis
Craft and refine your logline and synopsis within the platform for pitch-ready summaries
Settings Manager
Document and organize story settings with locations, time periods, and world-building details
Pricing
- Kanban Writing Board
- Manuscript Structure
- Character Profiles
- Writing Analytics
- Research Hub
- Everything in Essential
- Timeline Builder
- Advanced Analytics
- Priority Support
- 3 Months Free on Annual
Best For
Novel Writing
Plan and write novels from initial premise through final draft with full manuscript management
Series Management
Track characters, timelines, and world-building across multiple books in a series
Writing Productivity
Use Kanban boards and analytics to maintain writing schedules and hit word count goals
Screenplay Planning
Structure acts, scenes, and character arcs for screenplay and script development
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