For independent authors and the readers who find them

Where stories come to life.

Discover. Learn. Create.

Find independent books and authors, explore practical writing advice, and discover free tools to bring your own ideas to life.

Discover

Books and authors

The Fogbottom Authors Directory: independent books by genre, title and author, with the people behind them.

Learn

Articles and guides

Practical, readable guidance on writing, revising, publishing and planning your book visually.

Create

Free software

Three Windows applications for authors and illustrators. Free, offline, and no account needed.

Free app

Version 1.0.0 · Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit

FogFrames

See your story, scene by scene.

Your book belongs here.

Independent authors can list a book in the Fogbottom Authors Directory free of charge. Every listing is reviewed by a person before it appears.

How listing works