Skolay is a mobile marketplace that lets readers book live video chats with vetted authors, journalists and scholars. The app handles discovery, scheduling, payment and post‑call feedback, enabling writers to monetize one‑on‑one conversations while offering readers direct, personal interaction.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Readers who want personal interaction with their favorite authors have limited options, often restricted to impersonal events, social media, or automated chatbots, making it difficult to have meaningful one‑on‑one conversations. Writers lack a dedicated platform to monetize direct, scheduled video chats with their audience without handling logistics themselves.
Solution
Skolay offers a mobile app that connects readers with published writers for scheduled, live video conversations. Users can browse a curated roster of bestselling authors, journalists, and scholars across genres, select a writer, and book a one‑on‑one session at a mutually convenient time. The platform handles onboarding, scheduling, and payment, allowing writers to earn revenue directly from personal interactions while expanding their readership. All meetings occur via video, ensuring a human connection without reliance on bots. Skolay’s interface streamlines the entire process, from discovery to post‑call follow‑up, creating a seamless experience for both parties.
Target Audience
Primary customers are avid readers seeking direct engagement with favorite authors and professional writers looking to monetize personal conversations and grow their audience.
Features
- Curated marketplace of vetted writers spanning fiction, nonfiction, science, history, and more
- In‑app video chat scheduling with calendar integration and automated reminders
- Secure payment processing with revenue share for writers per booked session
- Writer onboarding workflow that includes profile creation, availability setting, and verification
- Mobile‑first design for easy discovery, booking, and participation on iOS/Android devices
- Notification system for session confirmations, updates, and post‑call feedback collection