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HiCyou directory record
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- github.com
- Directory record created
- Aug 30, 2026
- Last record update
- Aug 30, 2026
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- Overview
- 5 key features
- 3 use cases
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What is Neo
Neo is an open-source, distraction-free novel-writing tool created by novelist Hugh Howey, author of Silo. It focuses on getting rough drafts written with a minimal UI, a single place to view all works in progress, and live manuscript formatting that makes text look like a book as you write.
Key Features
Distraction-free, minimal writing interface
View all works in progress in one place
Live manuscript formatting that resembles a book while writing
Simple formatting controlled with the Enter key
Open source and hosted on GitHub
Use Cases
- Novelists drafting fiction manuscripts
- Writers seeking a distraction-free drafting environment
- Authors who want to see their work formatted like a book while writing
Why do startups need this tool?
Neo is open source, lightweight, and focused on a single job—drafting—making it easy to adopt without cost or complexity, and its GitHub presence allows teams to inspect or contribute to the code.
