Inspiration 8 by Inspiration Software Inc. aids visual learners to write concise and detailed papers (and many professionals and students fit into this category).

Inspiration 8 (www.inspiration.com) takes the simple web or bubble outlining process to a higher level.   With writing, the hardest part can be just organizing random thoughts and ideas.

Using a visual map, it’s easy to see how one idea can relate to another.  Inspiration uses Diagram View or Outline View allowing writers to track their written thoughts.  Various forms of mapping (concept, web, idea, storyboard) graphically organize or map out concepts and ideas.   After creating a diagram outline, Inspiration 8 transforms it into a written outline, which can be launched into a word document.  Inspiration 8 is easy to use, it works and it’s fun.

Systems Requirements: Mac 8.6, 9.x, or OS X 10.1.5; Windows 95
Contact: inspiration.com
Cost: Individual $69.00 CD or download. Check pricing for multiple computer license

Pros: Great to organize thoughts and ideas to write a paragraph, essay, etc.
Cons: None