This application offers a platform for writing, publishing and reading books. Create a connection between authors, editors, publishers and readers.
According to Joseph Epstein, 81% of Americans want to write a book. However, the odds to publish a book is smaller. Having a platform which bring writers, editors and publishers together will surely increase the odds. Having the exact audience to your disposal will ensure the success of the book.
A similar applications available now is Webook.com, it offers a community for writers and editors with a little chance of communication with a literary agent when the books is done.
Penbook differs by not only giving a helpful community to the writers, but also a platform where the entire process of publishing a book can be done by self-publishing or through a publisher.
User-types
Writer
- Have an account as a writer
- Create/write/upload books
- Share it with other writers and editors for feedback
- Accept or Refuse the changes made by others
- If self-publisher, publish the books after modifications
Editor
- Have an account as an editor
- Accept or Refuse writer's book
- Suggest corrections to the writer's draft
- Make the connection between the writer and the publisher
Publisher
- Have an account as a publisher
- Accept or Refuse writer's book
- Analyze writer's book before publishing
- Analyze the audience for the book
- Publish the book and set the price
Reader/Buyer
- Have an account as a Reader/Buyer
- Select book to read
- Purchase book
- Comment on the book