PagePal – An eBook reader for ADHD and crap memory
Hey HN! I've been working on PagePal, an eBook reader designed to help people with ADHD and/or poor memory actually follow and finish books (of course, many people with ADHD can read fine, I just happen to have the kind that gives me Dory-like working memory). A little over a year ago, I was trying to get into reading. I’d be enjoying a book, then hit a wall as soon as too many characters or place names came up (it doesn't take much — five character names and I’m lost). I remember thinking: “If I could just tap on a name and see who this is...”. Then I realised AI could make this…
PagePal – An eBook reader for ADHD and crap memory launched on April 22, 2025 with 14 votes, #1,902 of 7,818 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches.
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PagePal is an eBook reader that helps users follow and retain story details while reading. It uses AI to let readers tap on character names, places, and other elements to quickly access information about them, addressing the challenge of tracking multiple details during reading. The app is designed for people with ADHD or working memory difficulties who struggle to keep up with complex narratives.
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Hey HN! I've been working on PagePal, an eBook reader designed to help people with ADHD and/or poor memory actually follow and finish books (of course, many people with ADHD can read fine, I just happen to have the kind that gives me Dory-like working memory). A little over a year ago, I was trying to get into…
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