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There's a good chance you're already using the ever-popular Evernote. And you should: it's perfect for storing your research, no matter the shape it might take: Evernote syncs text notes, photos, scans, web pages, and audio recordings between devices and makes them searchable, and for that alone, it's a must-have. It's probably less popular as word processor. There are a slew of other options, including Apple's fully featured Pages and minimalist apps like Writings, type, and Daedalus, which promise a distraction-free environment. I've tried most of them and always returned to Evernote for my on-the-go drafting needs: it's already on...

There are a ton of technical words, abbreviations, and phrases that we use each day. If you're going to get them written properly, the AP Stylebook is essential for writers everywhere. As a standard for most publications, the AP Stylebook is the main reference that should live on your iPad. The app opens to a main category list, but a search box at the top is all you need to focus on. Results filter out as you enter a term and with a tap of your finger, you're looking at your desired entry. Each item allows you to append notes...

Penultimate is a pure handwriting app. It links with Dropbox and Evernote and has multiple paper styles, line thickness, and color options. The writing engine is smooth, but the palm recognition is only adequate. However, Penultimate doesn't have some features standard in other apps on the list, specifically the options to enter text via a keyboard or handwrite in a zoomed entry box.

Express yourself in vector format wherever you go with Adobe IdeasAdobe Ideas is a digital sketchbook that enables you to express yourself in vector format wherever you go. The app has a simple UI, designed for quickly sketching out ideas and concepts. It offers a range of features, including simple vector-based drawing tools with separate drawing and photo layers as well as being able to sync to Adobe's Creative Cloud. With this feature, you can also download Adobe Illustrator compatible files and work with them. The latest update to the app allows you to choose from three new drawing tools,...