A one-person project
Hi, I’m Rob. I’m building an ebook reader.
Manynote is something I make on my own. Right now it’s a reader for public-domain books, the classics that belong to everyone, set in clean type right in your browser.
It’s free. There are no ads, and you don’t need an account.
What’s here today
A growing shelf of public-domain books, many from Standard Ebooks, a volunteer project that prepares them with real care. Pick one and start reading.
You can choose the type, size and colors that suit you. Your place, highlights and notes stay on this device, ready when you come back.
What I’m trying out
The experimental part is AI that reads along with you. You can ask a character what they meant or follow a timeline of the story, and it only knows what you’ve read so far, so nothing gets spoiled. It’s rough in places, and I’m still learning what’s actually useful.
- Reader
why do you think the man gave money to Hyde?
- Mr. Utterson
I cannot say with certainty. The money was plainly offered to settle the injury Hyde had done the child and avert a scandal. Yet his possession of a key, and the air of dread surrounding him, make me fear he holds some damaging power over the cheque’s drawer.
Early access is free while I test things. Sign up to try character conversations, sync your reading across devices and bring your own EPUBs. Running the AI costs real money, so someday that part may become a subscription. The public-domain books will stay free.
It’s early
Things will break, and some books will look a little off. If you spot something, or just have an idea, I’d love to hear it. You can reach me from the Help page.
Thanks for stopping by.
— Rob