Emacs Writing Studio
Emacs is a multifunctional computing environment that is popular among software developers. It can also be a highly useful tool for authors who write prose instead of computer code. You can use Emacs to manage your research, write articles, books and websites and publish these to different formats. Emacs the most powerful software tool ever invented, but its learning curve can be quite steep. These articles are written for beginners and explain everything you need to know to use Emacs as your main writing tool.
Emacs Writing Studio (EWS) is a minimalist configuration that helps authors to research, write and publish articles books and websites.
Introducing Emacs Writing Studio
The EWS configuration follows a five-step workflow for producing written creative works:
- Ingestion: Reading, listening and watching to develop new ideas.
- Ideation: Cultivating your ideas by taking and managing notes.
- Production: Writing and editing.
- Publication: Export Org mode to PDF, ePub, word processor or a website.
- Communication: Tell others about your work and exchange ideas.
The articles linked below introduce using Emacs and show how to implement the EWS workflow.
Emacs Writing Studio is available as an e-book from your favourite retailer.
Emacs Writing Studio
A comprehensive guide for writers seeking to streamline their workflow using Emacs. The book covers everything from organising ideas and writing distraction-free to publishing in multiple formats. It’s perfect for both beginners and experienced Emacs users, offering practical tips and a tailored configuration to enhance your writing process.
The source files of the book and EWS configuration are also freely available on GitHub.
