Books & Storytelling add-on
RLX Books by Author
Public author discovery pages that group accessible Storytime editions by credited author and connect naturally to RLX Authors, profiles, brands, and Bookshelf.
Books & StorytellingCategory
0.1.0Version
PreviewRelease stage
Access required · FocusedLicense
Books & Storytelling add-on
About this add-on
RLX Books by Author for LifeRaft OS
Public discovery pages group visible book editions by credited Storytime author.
Public author discovery pages that group accessible Storytime editions by credited author and connect naturally to RLX Authors, profiles, brands, and Bookshelf. Use it when a customer package needs a focused capability that should stay optional, sellable, and supportable.
At a glance
- Admin-managed content and settings
- Public pages with clean presentation
- Designed to run as an optional RLX module
- Keeps the core install lean while preserving room for specialized customer requirements
rlx-books-by-author
Version 0.1.0 Access required · Focused
Preview
Capabilities and outcomes
How RLX Books by Author improves the build
The overview above identifies the core capability. These supporting outcomes help a project owner judge whether the add-on belongs in the package.
Structured book relationships for a clearer day-to-day workflow
Structured reader discovery for a clearer day-to-day workflow
Keeps the core install lean while preserving room for specialized customer requirements
Adds a sellable capability without forcing unrelated workflows into every package
RLX Books by Author can be packaged as an optional upgrade, bundle component, or project-specific module
Add-on-specific scope
Author-centered book discovery
Organize published titles around their creators so readers can explore an author catalog from one coherent surface.
Author catalogsBook relationshipsReader discovery
Standalone value
What it does by itself
RLX Books by Author can run as its own Books & Storytelling workflow. By itself, it focuses on Admin-managed content and settings, Public pages with clean presentation, and Designed to run as an optional RLX module, so a customer can use the module without buying every related add-on first.
Standalone means it does not have to be cross-linked with other add-ons. It still runs inside LifeRaft OS and requires a valid core LifeRaft OS license.
Connected value
What improves when related add-ons are active
When the customer also owns and activates related modules such as RLX Bookshelf, RLX Authors, RLX Brands, RLX Audiobooks, and RLX Bookshelf Widgets, RLX Books by Author can hand off data, links, reporting, access control, content, or follow-up steps into those workflows. Those connections are optional and depend on the package being built.
Best fit
Who should care about it
- Books & Storytelling builds that need RLX Books by Author without forcing it into every install
Workflow
How it fits into a real build
- Activate RLX Books by Author and review its add-on settings
- Configure the module settings and permissions
- Add the records, content, media, or rules this module manages
- Review public pages and backend empty states before launch
Works well with
The strongest builds connect the right modules
RLX Books by Author becomes more valuable when it is paired with the workflows around it. Common pairings include RLX Bookshelf, RLX Authors, RLX Brands, RLX Audiobooks, RLX Bookshelf Widgets, depending on the customer package and what the site needs to accomplish.
Admin setup
Confirm settings, navigation placement, permissions, and any required starter content before launch.
Public QA
Review the public page, empty states, mobile layout, and activated/deactivated states.
Package QA
Confirm the module fits the selected product package and does not expose unused workflows.
Docs and support
Add customer-facing notes, admin setup instructions, and known limitations for the module.
Customer FAQ
Common questions about RLX Books by Author
What does RLX Books by Author do?
Public author discovery pages that group accessible Storytime editions by credited author and connect naturally to RLX Authors, profiles, brands, and Bookshelf.
Who is RLX Books by Author best for?
Books & Storytelling builds that need RLX Books by Author without forcing it into every install.
Can RLX Books by Author run by itself?
RLX Books by Author can run as its own Books & Storytelling workflow. By itself, it focuses on Admin-managed content and settings, Public pages with clean presentation, and Designed to run as an optional RLX module, so a customer can use the module without buying every related add-on first.
Do I need the other add-ons mentioned on this page?
No. Related add-ons are optional package pairings, not required purchases unless a project specifically needs that wider workflow. RLX Books by Author should still explain a useful standalone job before any connected modules are considered. Standalone means it does not have to be cross-linked with other add-ons. It still runs inside LifeRaft OS and requires a valid core LifeRaft OS license.
What changes when related add-ons are active?
When the customer also owns and activates related modules such as RLX Bookshelf, RLX Authors, RLX Brands, RLX Audiobooks, and RLX Bookshelf Widgets, RLX Books by Author can hand off data, links, reporting, access control, content, or follow-up steps into those workflows. Those connections are optional and depend on the package being built.
Which add-ons work well with RLX Books by Author?
RLX Books by Author commonly pairs with RLX Bookshelf, RLX Authors, RLX Brands, RLX Audiobooks, RLX Bookshelf Widgets. Active pairings depend on the package, customer workflow, and installed add-ons.
What should be decided before launching RLX Books by Author?
RLX Books by Author should be launched with its real data model and public routes in mind. Optional integrations: rlx-authors, rlx-brands.
How much does RLX Books by Author cost?
RLX Books by Author has a Access required Focused add-on license. The add-on requires a valid Personal, Professional, Creator, or separately agreed LifeRaft OS core license.
What support is included for RLX Books by Author?
Standard add-on support covers the licensed module during the active support window of the selected core edition. Exact scope is confirmed with the package. Personal includes 3 months, Professional includes 6 months, and Creator includes 12 months of core support and updates.
How ready is RLX Books by Author for deployment?
Preview module: available for evaluation and scoped deployments while runtime evidence and product polish continue to mature.
How does RLX Books by Author fit into a real LifeRaft OS build?
Activate RLX Books by Author and review its add-on settings. Configure the module settings and permissions. Add the records, content, media, or rules this module manages. Review public pages and backend empty states before launch.
Does the public page include implementation details?
No. The public page explains customer value, package fit, related modules, and launch expectations. Setup steps, route details, data structures, hooks, and operator-only notes stay in the licensed add-on documentation.
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