In this episode of The Xeroforhire Podcast, XERO gives an update on the development of the Apocalyptiverse website and explains how it is evolving from a simple author page into a complete publishing ecosystem. He introduces a new browser-based e-reader that allows readers to borrow digital books using an on-site token system, discusses his plans to expand the platform with comic book support, games, trading cards, and community features, and shares why he’s shifting away from relying solely on Amazon for book sales. The episode is a behind-the-scenes look at building an independent platform designed to help readers discover, enjoy, and support his creative work directly.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Website development update and overview of Zeroforhire.com vs. Apocalyptiverse.com
01:17 – Launching the new browser-based e-reader
01:39 – How the wallet and token system works
02:08 – Borrowing books with tokens like a digital library
02:30 – Building an interconnected publishing ecosystem
03:11 – Plans to add a comic book reader and release The Last Day Part Two
03:40 – Why moving away from Amazon as the primary storefront
04:23 – Selling physical books directly through the website
04:48 – Creating a better reader experience and breaking the traditional publishing mold
05:17 – Community features, messaging, and building an independent platform
06:13 – Closing update and what’s coming next
