The Thirsty App
[ thuh thur-stee ap ]

noun
1 : a concept for an app designed to pair users with their next favorite book
2 : created in 2021 as a project for Style (and my first crack at Figma)
3 : a creative justification for nerding out about books

[ bak-ground ]

Books-A-Million (BAM!) is a bookstore chain specializing in books and collectibles.

[ ahsk ]

Create an interactive piece for new BAM customers (teen/YA demographic) to engage with.

[ gohl ]

Our app aims to bring a familiar interface (swipe-right, swipe-left model) to the teen/young adult demographic to connect them with books, genres, and music.

 

design
[ dih-zahyn ]

 

Phase 1: Download & Setup

Download from the Google Play Store

 

Sign up.

Pick your genres.

Phase 2: Discover & Read

Swipe right to add to Library.

Collect all your favorites.

Read the eText with a Premium Subscription.

Phase 3: Explore & Expand

Tap on a book to view its full profile.

Browse playlists based on books.

Discover similar books.

extras 
[ ek-struhs ]

 

Roles

App & bookmark designer: me

Copywriter: Ben Koch

Ad creator: Kaeleb Cielo