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If you are a skilled writer who also own an iPad, you're fortunate: Software developers have created several apps to help you do your work better, whether you cover real estate news for a trade magazine, blog about technology or write romance fiction. Here is a closer look at several of the best iPad apps for truly serious writers. For those who earn your living with the written word, these applications are must-haves.


Paper by FiftyThree


Just starting with your novel, short story or non-fiction piece? Consider Paper. This phenomenal app lets you jot down your ideas as everything from sketches and illustrations to notes, drawings or diagrams.


iA Writer


This app, from Information Architects, doesn't come with a lot of glitz. A text editor and creator, iA Writer doesn't let you change fonts or colors. The goal? Eliminate the distractions and force you to write.


Google Drive


If you need to save your writing, articles or videos, try Google Drive. It provides you with 5GB worth of storage at no cost.


Evernote


This particular note-taking app has long earned cheers from tech reviewers. But few realize how useful it is to professional writers. With Evernote, you can jot down notes, capture photos, compose to-do lists and record voice reminders.


iThoughtsHD


Few organization programs are as helpful to writers as is iThoughtsHD. Use this app to organize your ideas as task list, project-planning document or brainstorming session. You can also make use of the program to make meeting notes.


Penultimate


Another useful application made by Evernote, Penultimate allows you to handwrite notes directly to your iPad. You can utilize the application to take notes, draw sketches and record those incredible ideas you don't want to forget once you leave your desk.


GoodReader


You'll never find it difficult to read PDF files again after installing the GoodReader app. This app, created by Good.iWare, allows you to read almost any document with your iPad.


Index Card


Looking for a place to keep all your plot summaries, outlines, character descriptions and deadline dates? Index Card is a good choice. This app generates a virtual corkboard on your iPad, and enables you to pin notes directly to it.


Notably


Notably is really a powerful note-taking app for your iPad. But what truly sets it apart is the way it works with well known cloud storage app Dropbox. Every time you add a note, plot summary or assignment due date to Notably, your modifications will automatically sync with Dropbox.