Introducing Writebook
Writebook simplifies web-based book publishing with easy creation of covers, title, picture, and text pages in HTML format. Users can self-host it, customize with Rails code, and publish books independently for free.
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Introducing Writebook, a platform created to simplify the process of publishing web-based books. Unlike other platforms that require custom websites or complex tools, Writebook allows users to easily create books with covers, title pages, picture pages, and text pages in a cohesive HTML format. Users can download and install Writebook on their own servers with just a single command, making it accessible even for non-technical individuals. The platform is free to use and comes with all the Rails code for customization and learning purposes. With Writebook, users can publish books independently on the open web without the need for publishers or gatekeepers. This initiative by Jason Fried, the Co-Founder and CEO of 37signals, aims to provide a seamless and cost-free solution for web publishing, emphasizing simplicity and accessibility for all writers.
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