Listen "#2 - Mind Mapping the New Book Page"
Episode Synopsis
SummaryIn this conversation, Adam and Ste discuss their weekend activities and the progress of their app store submission. They then focus on improving the book page on their app, exploring ideas such as rating indicators, match scores, content warnings, and media reviews. They also discuss the possibility of including discussions and questions about the book, as well as information about editions and availability. Finally, they consider the importance of series information and the ability to see what other readers are currently reading. The conversation explores various aspects of book data and how it can be improved to enhance the reader's experience. They discuss merging book data from different sources, reading reviews from people you follow, and the possibility of reading together with others. They also touch on the subjectivity of average book scores, matching users with similar tastes, and the importance of weighted genres. The conversation delves into the use of lists and prompts, improving book summaries, and the author's perspective. They also discuss book data after reading, books adapted into movies or TV series, and the importance of discovering new books and making connections. The main takeaways include the need for comprehensive and relevant book summaries, the importance of personalized recommendations, and the value of community discussions and connections.TakeawaysImproving the book page is a priority, with a focus on rating indicators, match scores, and content warnings.Including discussions and questions about the book can enhance the reader experience.Providing information about editions and availability is important for readers.Series information and the ability to see what other readers are currently reading are valuable features. Comprehensive and relevant book summaries are essential for readers to make informed decisions.Personalized recommendations based on matching users with similar tastes can enhance the reading experience.Community discussions and connections play a crucial role in discovering new books and sharing insights.Improving book data, such as weighted genres and author perspectives, can provide valuable information for readers.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap02:49 App Store Submission Process09:07 Improving the Book Page25:19 Rating and Reviews35:23 Discussions and Questions38:01 Editions and Availability42:19 Series Information43:24 Other Readers and Currently Reading44:09 Merging Book Data44:44 Reading Reviews from People You Follow45:03 Reading Together with Others46:13 Quantitative Groupings of Data47:07 Subjectivity of Average Book Scores48:07 Matching Users with Similar Tastes50:47 Weighted Genres50:57 Lists and Prompts52:26 Improving Book Summaries53:23 Discussion Prompts for Summaries54:28 Author's Perspective55:51 Book Data After Reading56:20 Books Adapted into Movies or TV Series57:22 Discovering New Books and Making Connections59:32 Important Factors When Choosing a Book
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