Readl is a decentralized platform that enables authors to publish, sell, and manage their literary content as non-fungible tokens (NFTs), ensuring they retain full control over their copyrights and earn a fair share of profits. By facilitating direct transactions between authors and readers, Readl enhances the ownership experience of digital books and collectibles while eliminating intermediaries.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional publishing models often leave authors with limited control over their work and a smaller share of the profits, while readers lack true ownership of digital books and stories. Intermediaries in the publishing process can reduce author earnings and restrict reader access.
Solution
Readl is a platform that empowers authors to publish and sell their literary content directly to readers as Literary NFTs, ensuring authors retain control over their copyrights and receive a larger portion of the revenue. Readers gain verifiable ownership of digital books and stories, enabling them to resell or gift their collected works. The platform facilitates direct transactions between authors and readers, eliminating intermediaries and fostering a stronger connection between creators and their audience.
Target Audience
Readl targets authors seeking greater control over their publishing and monetization, as well as readers interested in collecting and owning unique digital literary assets.
Features
- NFT book creation from EPUB files
- Option to add unlockable content to NFTs
- Support for short stories, poems, and other gated content
- Free NFT collection (gas fees covered by Readl)
- Credit card payment support
- Metamask and email login options
- Web3 marketing support for authors