Campfire AI Creative Writing Tool for Storytelling and Novel Writing
Campfire is writing and worldbuilding software for authors, with modules such as Manuscript, Characters, Timeline, Maps, Calendar and Encyclopedia.
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What is Campfire?
Campfire is a book platform for authors, publishers, and readers. It first started with writing software in 2018 and has since expanded to include a mobile writing app, an online eBook store, and a reading app.

Key features of Campfire
Campfire’s main features include character and relationship management, worldbuilding modules with map integration, plot and timeline visualization, note organization, and project collaboration. These features help writers maintain consistency and depth throughout their creative process.
Character Builder
Create detailed character profiles including traits, backgrounds, and relationships.
Worldbuilding Tools
Design fictional worlds with maps, cultures, and histories to add depth to your story.
Plot and Timeline Visualization
Outline and visualize your story’s plot and timeline to maintain narrative flow.
Note Organization
Keep all your story notes, ideas, and research organized in one place.
Collaboration Features
Share projects and collaborate with co-authors or editors seamlessly.
Pros and cons of Campfire
Pros
- Comprehensive tools for story organization and worldbuilding
- User-friendly interface suitable for beginners and pros
- Supports collaboration and project sharing
- Affordable pricing with a free tier
- Helps maintain narrative consistency
Cons
- Does not generate AI-written content automatically
- Limited language support (English only)
Who is using Campfire
Campfire pricing
Free
$0/month
Limited access to all modules, such as 25,000 manuscript words and 10 characters. No credit card required.
Standard Monthly
$12.00/month (regular price $19.00)
Unlimited access to all modules, including Manuscript, Characters, Timeline, Maps and Calendar.
Plans and prices are as published by the vendor and can change. Check the official site before you buy. Open the pricing page (opens in a new tab)
Conclusion
Each story is built from modules, separate tools for the manuscript, characters, timeline, maps and a world encyclopedia. Collaborators can be invited to view, comment on or edit a project, and a finished manuscript can be compiled and exported as a PDF or EPUB ready for publication. Beyond the writing software, the platform includes an online eBook store and a reading app. Novelists, screenwriters and role-playing game creators are among its intended users.
It runs in the browser, on desktop and in the CF Creators mobile app, although not all modules are available on mobile. A free account gives limited access to every module, while paid plans on monthly, annual or lifetime terms allow unlimited use. It does not generate AI-written content, and verification found no AI features in the product.
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