Pinery

Mac app for writing, editing, designing and exporting books in Markdown

Productivity & Office Document ManagementFreemium

FreeStarting price

37Monthly visits

About Pinery

Pinery is a Mac application designed for self-publishing workflows. It combines a distraction-free Markdown editor with an AI-powered editing assistant called Prose, which operates within the manuscript margins rather than in a separate chat interface. The tool supports drafting, ideation, feedback, and editing through a command-based system that integrates directly into the writing process. Users can generate illustrations grounded in their text, apply reusable typographic styles, and preview their work in both paginated PDF and Kindle e-ink formats before exporting. Pinery also handles typesetting with full control over fonts, spacing, and alignment, and can produce professional ePub 3 files, digital PDFs, and static websites. The app includes features for managing reusable assets, generating tables of contents, and importing existing Word documents as Markdown chapters. Projects remain stored locally on the user’s Mac or in iCloud, ensuring file ownership and offline access.

Key features

Markdown-based writing environment
AI-powered editing with reviewable diffs
Illustration generation grounded in text
Reusable typography styles and assets
Paginated PDF and ePub 3 export
Kindle e-ink and digital PDF preview
Word document import to Markdown
Instant style and preview updates

Use cases

Writing and self-publishing a novel
Editing and typesetting a non-fiction book
Generating illustrations for a children's book

Pros

AI editor operates within manuscript margins
Supports drafting, editing, and illustration generation
Local Markdown storage with iCloud sync
Professional ePub 3, PDF, and static website exports
Reusable typography styles and asset management

Cons

macOS 13+ required
No Windows or Linux support
No cloud-based collaboration features

Frequently asked questions about Pinery

What is Pinery and who is it designed for?

Pinery is a self-publishing studio for Mac that combines a distraction-free Markdown editor with an AI-powered editing assistant called Prose. It is designed for writers, authors, and self-publishers who need an all-in-one tool for drafting, editing, designing, and exporting books.

How does the AI editing assistant Prose work within Pinery?

Prose operates within the manuscript margins, allowing users to describe edits in plain language or select from bundled skills. It provides reviewable diffs for changes, ensuring users can accept or reject edits while maintaining their voice. Prose can also generate illustrations grounded in the text and apply reusable typographic styles.

Can Pinery import existing Word documents?

Yes, Pinery can import existing Word documents (.docx) and convert them into Markdown chapters, allowing users to continue their work without starting from scratch.

What export formats does Pinery support?

Pinery supports exporting books as professional ePub 3 files, digital PDFs, and static websites. These formats are compatible with various eReaders, including Apple Books, Kindle, and Kobo.

Does Pinery offer real-time preview features?

Yes, Pinery provides real-time previews in both paginated PDF and Kindle e-ink formats. Users can also simulate how their work will appear on different devices, such as Kindle-style e-Ink displays.

Is Pinery available for platforms other than Mac?

No, Pinery is currently only available as a Mac application and requires macOS 13 or later.