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Papyrus vs Scrivener
Both Papyrus Author and Scrivener are powerful word processors for professional writers.
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Papyrus Author
Papyrus Author offers many of the same features as Scrivener, but with better tools for character development and world-building. Papyrus Author comes with a subscription, while Scrivener is a one-time purchase.
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Scrivener
Scrivener is a one-stop shop for writers of all kinds. It has everything you need to write a book, conduct research, and publish your work. Unlike Papyrus Author, Scrivener is a one-time purchase.
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