My writing files were a mess, so I built a small Windows tool to visualize them

For years I wrestled with messy writing files spread across OneDrive, Dropbox, and File Explorer. I tried tools like Scrivener, Obsidian, and Notion, but none of them did what I actually wanted, which was a low effort way to manage all of my writing in one place without changing how I already worked.

I eventually realized I did not need another writing app. I just wanted a clear visual overview of my existing projects and folders.

So I built a small Windows desktop app that visually organizes your writing projects by reading your existing folder structure. It does not replace Scrivener, Word, Obsidian, or similar tools, and it does not modify your files. It simply mirrors what you already have and adds a visual layer on top.

What it does:

• Shows books, sections, and pages based on your folders
• Lets you drag things around visually
• Tracks status with small chips
• Allows color coding for projects
• Lets you click to open files directly in your existing writing apps

What it does not do:

• No writing editor
• No character sheets
• No file syncing or cloud lock in

I built it because I wanted a low effort dashboard that worked with the tools I was already using instead of replacing them.

It is very early and was just launched, but it has been tested with a few thousand files and has been stable so far. I am mainly looking for feedback, edge cases I have not thought of, and feature ideas that do not turn it into yet another writing app.

If this sounds useful, here is the site:
talesntools.com/authors-toolbox

Happy to answer questions, and if this is not a good fit for the sub, feel free to remove.

Screenshot of Authors Toolbox on the Book Hub tab featuring series.