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Typing practice with novels: a niche idea in a crowded market.

AI roast score: 55/100 (D)

The idea

You built a site to practice typing with novels... because rewatching 'The Matrix' for the 20th time wasn’t niche enough?

In the founder's own words

Show HN: I made a site where you practice typing by retyping entire novels

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The roast

This idea lacks any significant differentiation from the myriad other typing practice websites out there. While the novelty of using entire novels might attract a few literature buffs, it’s unlikely to make a dent in the broader market. The main issue is that you're entering a crowded space without a clear unique selling proposition. Using novels for typing practice might sound charming, but it’s hardly a compelling reason for users to switch from existing, more sophisticated tools. Furthermore, you're relying on a subscription model (q7=subscription) for a service that people often expect to be free or very low-cost. Without funding (q14=no_funding) and as a solo founder (q13=solo), scaling this idea will be a herculean task. You need to ask yourself: Why would someone pay for this when there are free alternatives that offer more features and better user experience?

Red flags

Verdict

Pivot or significantly differentiate before pouring more time and money into this.

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