Venture Beyond the World of a Book

Navigate the stacks of an ever-growing library that houses all genres, uncover bonus stories and behind-the-scenes lore, and engage with a community of fellow readers and writers, all in one place. 

Read Books + Bonus Content

When you buy a book on Campfire, you can also purchase access to additional exclusive content with it. Some extra content may already be available at no additional cost, chosen by the author.

Collect Extras As You Go

Bonus content gets unlocked at key moments as you progress through a book. It’s like discovering a personal wiki to the world of the book you bought—one you’ll be rewarded by with each pageturn.

Start Reading For Free

Many stories on Campfire are free to read, and every story offers at least one complimentary chapter. You will never have to pay a subscription, and there is no cost to create an account.

Cozy Up With All Your Favorite Genres

This is your new home for genre fiction, catered to your unique reading preferences. Discover new authors, create custom book collections, and escape to other worlds.

Fantasy

Incredible magic, legendary creatures, and epic quests await in a faraway land.

Science Fiction

Discover futuristic tech, otherworldly encounters, and galaxies light years away.

Romance

Fall in love with swoon-worthy heroes, star-crossed lovers, and charming meet-cutes.

Mystery

Crack the case on cryptic clues, enigmatic crimes, and thrilling suspense.

Horror

Prepare for chilling terror, nightmarish monsters, and a descent into the macabre.

Paranormal

Encounter ghostly fiends, eclectic enchantments, and supernatural happenings.

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Wherever You Go, Your Bookshelf Follows

Access your books, explore new releases, and continue reading seamlessly across your smartphone, tablet, or web browser.

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What Our Community is Saying

The idea of such an immersive read for the same price as an eBook is so wonderful and revolutionary in the self-publishing industry.

Abby Dewsnup

Campfire and its innovative method of sharing additional content with readers is something that has a ton of value for both readers and authors. Not only can you dive into a new book, but also into the world of that book—creating an interactive experience that you can't get anywhere else.

Liz Sauco

A Campfire project is like an e-book that comes with a fully fleshed out fandom website where all [of the] info is canon. There has never been a platform like [it] before.

Isobel Lynx

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do you mean by an “interactive reading experience?”
Campfire’s software is designed so that authors can set up their manuscripts, short stories set in the same world, and behind-the-scenes story planning that went into the making of their book! As a reader, you can unlock bonus worldbuilding content, like character sheets and detailed lore, as you progress through each chapter.

Learn more in our tutorial on unlocking bonus content on Campfire.
Is everything on Campfire free to read?
Pricing for all stories and bonus content is set by the author, so actual costs may vary. You’ll be able to choose from a selection of story packages personally curated by the author for individual purchases. However, every story listed on Campfire will have at least one free chapter to get started with, and there are several stories available entirely at no cost!
Is the Campfire app available for both iOS and Android devices?
Yes! Campfire’s reading app is available to download for free on iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. You can also access everything in full from the browser version as long as you have added it to your Bookshelf or purchased it.
What kinds of stories are available to read on Campfire?
Campfire authors list their books and worldbuilding projects from all major fiction genres and from an ongoing to completed status. Our platform predominantly comprises genre fiction, so if you love science fiction, fantasy, mystery, romance, horror, and all the subgenres that come along with these, there is a story here for you!

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How can I customize my reading experience?
When you create an account, we’ll ask you to share your favorite genres with us so we can recommend books based on what you like to read! You can set up custom book collections that can also be used as wishlists, as well as leave reviews and full or half-starred ratings.
If you find that something is hard to read, you can also adjust typefaces and sizing as well as background coloring. On the mobile app, you'll find a more standardized interface as found on other eReaders.

Learn more in our guide to reading on the Campfire app.
Can I download books for offline reading?
You’ll be able to save your owned stories to your mobile phone or tablet devices, but not on the web browser. However, you’ll always have access to them on your bookshelf at any time, no matter the device.

Learn more in our tutorial about managing your bookshelves and downloads.

Adventure Awaits You, Dear Reader

Legend says that all manner of readers exist on Campfire. From book collectors with a hoard that bests a dragon’s to lore junkies seeking the thrill of literary side quests—all in search of the same powerful artifact: a great read. Are you up for the challenge?

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