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# mstdn-ebooks
**Lynnear Edition**
This version makes quite a few changes from [the original](https://github.com/Jess3Jane/mastodon-ebooks), such as:
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- Stores toots in a sqlite database rather than a text file
- Doesn't unnecessarily redownload all toots every time
## FediBooks
Before you use mstdn-ebooks to create your own ebooks bot, I recommend checking out [FediBooks](https://fedibooks.com). Compared to mstdn-ebooks, FediBooks offers a few advantages:
- Hosted and maintained by someone else - you don't have to worry about updating, keeping the computer on, etc
- No installation required
- A nice UI for managing your bot(s)
- Easy configuration
However, there are still a few reasons you might want to use mstdn-ebooks instead:
- Your data stays local to your machine
- More customisation potential - you can edit mstdn-ebooks to add functionality
- Replying more (in)frequently than FediBooks allows
Like mstdn-ebooks, FediBooks is free, both as in free of charge and free to modify, self-host, and more.
## Install/usage guide
An installation and usage guide is available [here](https://cloud.lynnesbian.space/s/jozbRi69t4TpD95). It's primarily targeted at Linux, but it should be possible on BSD, macOS, etc. I've also put some effort into providing steps for Windows, but I can't make any guarantees as to its effectiveness.