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TypeWhisper 1.0 for macOS – Private Speech-to-Text

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TypeWhisper 1.2 is a privacy-focused speech-to-text application now available on macOS, offering system-wide dictation, file transcription, prompts, profiles, and history without relying on cloud services. It features multiple speech engines, including Apple-optimized Whisper models, NVIDIA's Parakeet TDT v3, and Apple's native SpeechAnalyzer, supporting various languages, fast processing, and customizable workflows. Windows Beta and iOS Alpha versions are also available for early testing.

https://www.typewhisper.com/en/

iOS Just Got Another Google App Before Android, And It Could Change The Way You Write

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Google has released a new AI-powered app called Google AI Edge Eloquent exclusively on iPhone before Android, which transforms voice dictation into polished, accurate text using on-device AI without a subscription. The app emphasizes privacy by processing data locally on the device and offers features like personalized vocabulary integration, supporting English on iOS 16 or later, though it is currently unavailable in some European markets due to regulatory issues.

https://www.bgr.com/2142540/ios-google-dictation-app-before-android/

Madness and Imagination

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Madness drives us to improve the chaotic world around us, despite common excuses that prevent action. True change requires courage to face ridicule and embrace failure, repeatedly attempting what seems insane. Success stems from persistence and the willingness to think independently. “Madness and Imagination” by Oliver Reichenstein highlights the necessity of resilience in creativity against societal norms.

https://ia.net/topics/madness-and-imagination

Write Now With Scrivener, Episode No. 61: Lorraine Wilson, Speculative Fiction Author

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Lorraine Wilson writes speculative fiction, blending folklore with wilderness themes. Her recent novels, The Salt Oracle and We Are All Ghosts in the Forest, explore dark academia in a dystopian future. She emphasizes rich world-building influenced by her background in animal behavior and conservation. Utilizing Scrivener for organization, she manages multiple character perspectives and maintains voice consistency. Her works envision a world where digital ghosts threaten lives, prompting reflection on digital legacies. Wilson dreams of her stories being adapted into animations by Studio Ghibli.

https://www.literatureandlatte.com/blog/write-now-with-scrivener-episode-no-61-lorraine-wilson-speculative-fiction-author

Who Wrote This?

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iA Writer's authorship feature, now on Windows, tracks text origins for editing and collaboration, ensuring clarity on contributions. It highlights differences between personal writing, external sources, and AI-generated content. This transparency is crucial amid increasing collaborative writing and AI use. Users can join the beta to help test the feature.

https://ia.net/topics/who-wrote-this

How to Use Scriptwriting in Scrivener on iPad and iPhone

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Scrivener enables scriptwriting on iPad and iPhone, maintaining many desktop features while adapting for mobile limitations. Users can create scripts via desktop sync or directly on mobile, though mobile lacks some features like Outliner and Corkboard on iPhone. Scriptwriting mode is accessed through project settings, allowing screenplay formatting. Users can add new documents and compile projects into various formats, including Final Draft. Adjustments may be needed for smaller screens, especially on iPhone, where landscape mode can enhance visibility.

https://www.literatureandlatte.com/blog/how-to-use-scriptwriting-in-scrivener-on-ipad-and-iphone

Paper Alchemy

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iA Notebook won iF Design Award Gold 2026, Red Dot Best of the Best, and Japanese Stationery Award. A documentary showcases its meticulous creation process: cutting, folding, sewing, gluing, pressing, trimming, and packing. Each step is crucial, emphasizing precision and care, creating a rhythmic flow from machines and skilled hands. This film highlights the effort behind each notebook.

https://ia.net/topics/paper-alchemy-the-making-of-ia-notebook

Bear 2.7: a Fresh Look for TagCons

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Bear 2.7 is here for macOS and iOS/iPadOS, featuring redesigned TagCons and a more harmonious look with Apple's ecosystem. It includes 260 icons for better organization and a revamped Edit Tag panel. TagCons are now integrated into the Editor for a more visual experience. Future updates will bring new TagCons, and user feedback is encouraged through various platforms. Happy writing!

https://blog.bear.app/2026/03/bear-2-7-a-fresh-look-for-tagcons/

How to Use Scrivener for Worldbuilding

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Scrivener is ideal for worldbuilding, enabling organization of notes/files, character and setting management, and seamless material reorganization. It offers features like character sketches, internal links, custom templates, labeled files, metadata, keywords for easy searches, and collections to group related content, suitable for complex novel development.

https://www.literatureandlatte.com/blog/how-to-use-scrivener-for-worldbuilding

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