What is Hardcover?
Hardcover is a social network for people to track what they read and want to read, make lasting connections with other readers and find life-changing books. We're anti-Amazon, pro-author, actively pursuing feedback and just getting started. 📚
Problem
Users are struggling to find a centralized platform to discover, track, and read life-changing books. Current solutions may not support community-driven recommendations and personal tracking functionalities.
Solution
Hardcover is a social network where users can track their reading progress, discover new books based on community recommendations, and connect with other readers. The platform emphasizes support for authors and seeks active feedback for improvement.
Customers
The primary user personas for Hardcover include avid readers, book club members, authors seeking community support, and individuals looking for recommendations outside of mainstream retail avenues.
Unique Features
Hardcover differentiates itself by being anti-Amazon and pro-author, focusing on building a community where users can make lasting connections over shared reading experiences.
User Comments
Users appreciate the community-driven recommendations.
There is a strong support for the pro-author stance.
Feedback channels are actively monitored, leading to continuous improvement.
The tracker for reading progress is highly valued.
Some users are looking forward to more features as the platform is just getting started.
Market Size
No specific market size data available. However, considering the global e-book market is expected to grow from $18.13 billion in 2020 to $23.12 billion by 2026, there is significant potential for platforms that enhance the reading experience.
