What is Stories in the Stars?
Discover the ancient stories behind the stars in the night sky with StarGazer
Problem
Users currently rely on fragmented sources like books or generic websites to learn about star-related myths, facing limited accessibility to curated, engaging astronomical narratives and disconnected historical context.
Solution
A web/mobile app (StarGazer) that lets users explore interactive constellation maps with embedded mythological stories, combining astronomy data and cultural heritage via audio/visual storytelling. Example: Tap Orion to hear Greek and Navajo tales.
Customers
Educators, amateur astronomers, mythology enthusiasts, cultural researchers, and storytellers seeking immersive celestial narratives.
Unique Features
Fuses real-time star positioning with multi-cultural myth databases, offering location-based storytelling and AR integration for sky-gazing sessions.
User Comments
Revolutionizes stargazing with context
Perfect blend of science and folklore
Engaging for classroom use
Wishlist: more indigenous stories
UI occasionally lags during AR mode
Traction
Launched 2 months ago with 1,200+ ProductHunt upvotes, 15k MAU, and partnerships with 3 planetariums. Founder @StellarLore has 4.3k Twitter followers.
Market Size
The global astronomy app market is projected to reach $1.2 billion by 2027 (CAGR 8.9%), with educational tech valued at $429.5 billion in 2023.
