Paul Warren

Founder and CEO of Margins, a reading app that reached hundreds of thousands of active readers shortly after launch and won Apple's App of the Day; former engineering leader with a Stanford computer science degree.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 1min

How Margins Built a Viral Reading App

Paul Warren, founder and CEO of the Margins reading app, dives into the journey of transforming readers' experiences. As an 'extreme reader,' he emphasizes the importance of a robust book database and user-friendly features like searching by 'vibes.' Warren shares how viral TikTok content catapulted Margins into success, highlighting the role of UGC and influencers in their growth strategy. With delightful design elements and a soft paywall approach, he stresses early retention over monetization while discussing the future of reading in an AI-driven world.

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