Chapter 90 (2024.04.08)

BOOK.io
4 min readApr 29, 2024

Book.io Updates

  • CEX Listing Alert: Great news! The $BOOK token is making its debut on MEXC. Check out all the exciting details right here. Are we talking to other CEXs as well? You know it.
  • Last Week’s Mints:
  • Monday, on April Fools, we cheekily minted The Golden Ass by Apuleius. This ancient tale, brimming with enchantments and transformations, takes you on a journey unlike any other. It’s the original story of getting a little too involved in magic and ending up with more than you bargained for, a true “ass-terpiece” of literature!
  • Tuesday, we embarked on a heart-pounding journey with Claw of the Dragon by Louis Masterson, the thrilling sequel in the Morgan Kane saga. Filled with enticing bonuses and surprises, visit our Twitter for all the details. Dive deeper into the saga by visiting the series page, and grab the book from jpg.store.
  • Wednesday, we journeyed back to Hill Valley with Back From the Future by Brad Gilmore. Gilmore provides readers with a unique behind-the-scenes look at the trilogy that continues to captivate audiences around the globe. Don’t miss your chance to dive into the world of time travel, DeLoreans, and Marty McFly; get your book here.
  • Thursday, was the triple mint of The Princess of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Burroughs’ masterful narrative not only paved the way for the modern sci-fi genre but also continues to capture the imagination with its vivid world-building and compelling character arcs. Here’s where to get yours -
  • Cardano — jpg.store
  • Poly — OpenSea.io
  • Eth — OpenSea.io
  • Friday, we summoned the shadows with the audiobook mint of Dracula by Bram Stoker, drawing listeners into the eerie tale of the world’s most renowned vampire. The spine-tingling experience brought a fresh pulse to the classic horror story, proving some tales never lose their bite. This audiobook sold out immediately, but there’s still an opportunity to capture the darkness on jpg.store.
  • Friday also saw the airdrop of Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse for those of you who participated in the Monday Meditations 2.0 series snapshot. Missed out? You have another chance to explore this timeless tale of enlightenment by visiting jpg.store.
  • Minting This Week:
  • Monday, The Story of Eclipses by George F. Chambers is currently minting, providing a spellbinding account of eclipses and their impact on humanity through the ages. From awe-inspiring solar events to the lunar shadows that have puzzled and inspired, Chambers’ work is a testament to our endless fascination with the heavens. With rarities 002, 004, and 006 still up for grabs, now is the time to secure your piece of the cosmos. You can visit the minting page here.
  • Tuesday, we’re minting David Duchovny’s The Reservoir, a tale that proves Duchovny’s talent for storytelling extends far beyond the reaches of the known universe. While you won’t find any government cover-ups or shadowy figures lurking in the background, you might just discover that Duchovny has been hiding in plain sight as a brilliant author. The truth is out there, and sometimes, it’s in a book. We’re doing an interview with him tomorrow on Twitter at 12 pm EST; it’s a can’t miss event!
  • Wednesday, get ready for the minting of The Rest of the Story… so far by David Wilson, an exclusive Book.io bundle of books 3 through 5 of the DeChance Chronicles. Delve into the life of Donovan DeChance, a mage who doubles as a private investigator armed with an unrivaled collection of occult texts. A bonus for collectors: 20% of DEAs feature a bonus novella, making this offer even more spellbinding.
  • Thursday, experience the timeless adventures of Tom Sawyer as we triple mint Mark Twain’s iconic novel. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer captures the essence of childhood wonder and freedom, from treasure hunts to runaway escapades with Ethereum books to be airdropped to select current banned book holders. Don’t miss your chance to own this enduring American classic.
  • Friday, we delve into the foundations of American democracy with the minting of the Federalist Papers. These pivotal essays by Hamilton, Madison, and Jay offer profound insights into the principles and challenges of forming a lasting union. This is the second book in our Foundations of the United States series and is a must-own for enthusiasts of history and governance.
  • Book.io Con: If you haven’t yet bought your tickets for Book.io con, there are still a few VIP tickets available, but you need to hurry. They are going fast. If you can’t make it, don’t worry; there are virtual tickets available as well. Visit the ticket page to get yours today.
  • Author Interview Tomorrow: We will interview David Duchovny on our Twitter tomorrow at 12 p.m. EST. It’s sure to be an amazing interview.
  • Adding a New Chain: We have finished support for adding a new blockchain. More news on that very soon.
  • New Payment Options: This week marks the debut of CreditCardano, our new payment gateway that welcomes Credit Card users to our eBook and Audiobook world.
  • Weekly Open Space on Discord — From X-Files to X-Space: Get ready for an epic open mic hour with a special Co-Host, our Scottish OG Mark, as we dive into the latest news.
  • When: Tuesday, April 9th, 20–20:55 UTC.
  • This week’s topics include: David Duchovny of the X-Files, publishing on Book.io, the CEX listing, someone purchasing $19,000 worth of Gutenberg Bibles, and the latest tech talk.
  • Location: Discord — Section: Book Club — Channel: Voice Lounge.

Minting Tuesday!
The Reservoir — Minting on Cardano.

This week will mark several key milestones for us! We are so excited to be building the future of books with you all.
Cheers,
The Book.io Team.

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