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Book Check Genie vs Ligature

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Book Check Genie compared with Ligature
DetailBook Check Genie logo Book Check GenieLigature logo Ligature
What it doesAI-assisted manuscript checks for fiction authors and editors A fast, offline space for writing, thinking, and organizing ideas
StageNot given MVP
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inGB Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree Trial: one sample check (up to 3,000 words). Single Pass: £19 per check (up to 120,000 words). Pro Author: £22 per month (3 full checks every month). Studio / Editor: £49 per month (10 checks every month). Free core features (local writing and organizing). Sync is a paid optional service for synchronizing libraries across devices.
Key features
  • Check character consistency for appearance, ages, names and relationships
  • Review timeline and sequence for dates, durations and event order
  • Compare numbers and facts including ages, distances and quantities
  • Check plot state and physical logic for injuries, props and role changes
  • Review worldbuilding and lore including geography and travel times
  • Detect point of view and voice issues including head-hopping and tense shifts
  • Build series bible and compare sequels against established canon
  • Track timeline, plot threads and character relationships across manuscript
  • Re-check revised chapters with delta re-check feature
  • Export and share reports as PDF, Word or CSV, or share read-only link
  • Block-based document editor with headings, lists, callouts, and tables
  • Organize with documents, folders, labels, and tasks
  • Inline annotations without interrupting writing flow
  • Focus mode to hide distractions
  • Customizable AI integration with local API keys
  • AI agent support via MCP protocol
  • Export documents
  • Optional cross-device sync service
  • Full offline capability
  • Local file storage with user control
What makes it different
  • Builds series canon automatically and checks sequels against established facts
  • Provides chapter references and supporting quotes for each finding
  • Never rewrites prose; authors retain final editorial control
  • Mark findings as resolved, intended or dismissed for tracking revisions
  • No account required to write and organize locally
  • Complete offline functionality for writing and organizing
  • Full user control with files stored on your device
  • AI integration with local API keys for privacy
  • Flexible sync with optional paid service
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)12 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)20
Citation Flow (Majestic)180
Referring domains (Majestic)61

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