Bookclubs Inc., a Camden, Maine-based company, has successfully raised $1.07 million in funding, a significant milestone for the app that aims to streamline the management of book clubs. The funding round, led by CEO Anna Ford, is part of a broader effort to transition from a hobby project to a full-fledged business. According to reports, Ford intends to continue fundraising, with the current round remaining open until September. This latest investment includes contributions from seven returning investors, underscoring the confidence in Bookclubs’ potential.

The inception of Bookclubs traces back to 2015, when Ford encountered challenges managing her own book club in Philadelphia. Struggles with organization, attendance, and maintaining membership numbers inspired the creation of an app to address these issues. The initial version of Bookclubs was developed by Ian Campbell, a Harvard University and Wharton School alumnus, who now serves as the company’s chief technology officer. The app quickly gained traction, with 100 new book clubs signing up within months of its launch. Today, Bookclubs supports 8,000 clubs and over 35,000 members worldwide, offering tools for meeting organization, book voting, discussion tracking, and more.

Ford’s personal experience with book clubs, including founding The Original in Philadelphia and Grad Students Finding Time for Fiction at Harvard, has deeply influenced the app’s development. Her commitment to fostering literary communities is evident in Bookclubs’ international membership and its focus on diverse authors and themes. With this recent funding, Bookclubs is poised to expand its offerings and further simplify the book club experience for enthusiasts around the globe.

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