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Readwise is taking on Kindle and Kobo for ebook supremacy

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Briefings

Readwise is expanding its reading ecosystem by launching Readwise Books, a platform for buying, reading, and discussing books. The new beta version is accessible via invite or existing subscriber access, marking a significant shift from its current focus on highlighting and reading tools. This expansion aims to compete with established ebook retailers like Kindle and Kobo.

Key points

• Readwise Books is a new platform allowing users to buy, read, and discuss books, currently in beta.
• The platform is available through invite or to existing Readwise subscribers only.

Context

Readwise has evolved from highlighting tools to a comprehensive reading ecosystem, now expanding into book purchasing and discussion platforms.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to current beta status and user access methods; no sales figures, user growth data, or competitive analysis provided.

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