Timeful text

Mass mediums mostly lack an authored time dimension beyond a day. This seems like a powerful authorial dimension to explore, as illustrated by e.g. Guided meditation apps are naturally spread over time.

We might call texts with an authored time dimension timeful texts.

• The mnemonic medium keeps readers in contact with material over time
• The mnemonic medium can be adapted to author an experience which unfolds over time
  • Mnemonic texts could be serialized in small sections over time, timed to reader recall (like Execute Program’s lessons don’t unlock until you’ve successfully reviewed their prerequisites)

Some examples:

• The Artist’s Way - Julia Cameron
• Guided meditation app

References

2020-07-28 - Timeful texts