Flyingbooks – Making Books Accessible & Affordable for Everyone

Books have always been a gateway to knowledge, imagination, and growth. But in today’s world, the rising prices of books and limited availability often make it difficult for students and readers to access the content they truly want. That’s where Flyingbooks comes in – a platform built to connect book lovers and make both first-hand and second-hand books easily available at affordable prices.

The Vision Behind Flyingbooks

Flyingbooks was started in 2020 by Nikhil and Ritik with a simple mission:
👉 To create a sustainable ecosystem where readers can buy, sell, and share books without limitations.

Instead of letting books gather dust after one-time use, Flyingbooks encourages circulation of knowledge, helping readers save money while also promoting a culture of reuse.

What Makes Flyingbooks Unique?

1. 📚 First-hand and Second-hand Books – Users can choose brand-new titles or opt for second-hand copies at reduced prices.

2. 🔍 Smart Search & Filters – Find the right book by author, subject, or edition instantly.

3. 💳 Seamless Checkout – Integrated with CCAvenue Payment Gateway for secure transactions.

4. 🚚 Efficient Delivery System – Books delivered directly to the customer’s doorstep.

5. 🌍 Eco-Friendly Approach – Encouraging reuse of books reduces paper waste and supports sustainability.

Tech Behind Flyingbooks

Building Flyingbooks required a strong, scalable, and user-friendly tech stack:

• Mobile App (Frontend): Native Android using Java & Kotlin

• Backend: Laravel (PHP Framework) with secure REST APIs

• Database: MySQL for structured and optimized data storage

• Cloud Storage: AWS S3 for handling images and media

• Push Notifications & Analytics: Firebase

• Payment Integration: CCAvenue for smooth checkout experience

My Contribution to Flyingbooks

Being part of the Flyingbooks journey has been an incredible experience. I contributed to multiple areas of the project, including:

• Developing the Android mobile app from scratch.

• Creating user authentication, cart, and order management features.

• Implementing book listing and advanced search functionality.

• Setting up API integration between the app and backend.

• Managing AWS S3 integration for book images and user uploads.

• Designing the second-hand book selling feature where sellers can list their books.

The Milestone – 10,000+ Installs 🎉

In 2025, Flyingbooks crossed an exciting milestone – 10,000+ app installs on the Play Store. This achievement reflects the trust and love of thousands of readers who believe in our mission. It also motivates us to keep improving and expanding the platform further.

Looking Ahead

The journey of Flyingbooks has just begun. Our roadmap includes:

• Adding AI-powered recommendations for readers.

• Expanding to iOS platform.

• Building a community feature for readers to connect and share book reviews.

• Partnering with educational institutions to make books more accessible for students.

Conclusion

Flyingbooks isn’t just an app – it’s a movement to make books more affordable, accessible, and sustainable. With technology as the backbone and a passionate community of readers, we are on a mission to change the way people buy and share books.

👉 Explore Flyingbooks today: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.FlyingBooks.app&hl=en_IN