Every Book Sells the Next One.
Author updates, series discovery, reading community access, and exclusive content — triggered by a single scan inside the cover. Dynamic content that evolves long after printing.
Connected packaging features
Dynamic Author Portal
Author bio, upcoming events, signed edition alerts, and social links — all updating in real-time. The QR code printed today delivers fresh content for years.
Series & Backlist Discovery
Reader scans Book 1, discovers the full series with reading order, release dates, and one-tap purchase links. Every book sells the next instalment.
Reader Reviews & Community
Connect readers to discussion forums, book clubs, and reading challenges. Build engaged communities around your titles and authors.
Lost Instructions Recovery
Study guides, teacher resources, activity sheets, and supplementary materials — always accessible via a quick scan, never lost or damaged.
Audio & Digital Extras
Link to audiobook samples, author narrations, podcast episodes, and exclusive digital content. Transform physical books into multimedia experiences.
Anti-Counterfeit Verification
Unique identifiers for limited editions, signed copies, and first printings. Readers verify authenticity instantly — protecting both brand and collector value.
Revenue Triggers From Every Book
Every scan is a revenue opportunity — from backlist discovery to premium edition upgrades and event ticket sales.
Backlist & Series Cross-Sell
Reader scans any title, discovers the full catalogue with personalised recommendations. AI suggests the next read based on what they own.
Event & Signing Tickets
Promote author events, book signings, and literary festivals directly to verified readers. Geo-targeted notifications drive local attendance.
Premium Edition Upgrades
Offer special editions, signed copies, and collector's boxes to engaged readers. Readers who love the paperback are primed for the hardback.
First-Party Reader Data
Every registration builds your direct audience — bypassing retailers for new releases, pre-orders, and personalised reading recommendations.
How It Works
Get started in minutes — no complex integration required
01 — QR in Every Book
QR code printed inside the front cover, alongside ISBN, or on the back jacket. Each title gets a unique digital identity that outlasts the print run.
02 — Reader Scans & Discovers
Phone scan opens a branded portal instantly — author info, series discovery, reading community, and exclusive content build engagement.
03 — Sell & Re-Engage
Backlist recommendations, event promotions, premium editions, and reading challenges — every scan generates revenue and deepens reader loyalty.
Where it earns its keep
Series Discovery
Scan Book 1, see the full series with reading order and purchase links. Every title in your catalogue becomes a cross-sell engine.
Author Platform
Living author pages with tour dates, new releases, and social links. Content updates without reprinting a single page.
Educational Resources
Study guides, worksheets, and teacher packs linked to textbooks. Always current, never lost, and accessible to every student.
Book Club & Community
Discussion guides, reading challenges, and virtual book clubs. Turn solitary readers into engaged communities.
Collector Verification
First editions, signed copies, and limited runs verified with unique digital certificates. Protect collector value and brand integrity.
Sustainability Tracking
Paper sourcing, carbon footprint, and recycling guidance. Meet reader demand for transparency with scannable credentials.
Your Publishing Revenue Platform
Beyond ISBN — SmartLinks Hub turns every book into a sales channel with AI recommendations, reader engagement, cross-sell engines, and first-party data capture.
Smart Book Pages
Every title gets a living product page — driving series discovery, backlist sales, and reader community engagement.
AI Reading Concierge
Trained on your catalogue. Recommends next reads, handles reader queries, and drives pre-orders 24/7.
Revenue Engine
Backlist cross-sells, premium edition upgrades, event tickets, and subscription prompts — revenue from every touchpoint.
Replaces 7+ Tools
One platform replaces author websites, reader CRM, event management, e-commerce, and community tools.
Ready to Turn Every Book Into a Revenue Channel?
Join forward-thinking publishers already using SmartLinks™ to drive backlist sales, capture reader data, and own the reader relationship — from the page itself.