In 2024 Simon & Schuster begins a celebration of 100 years of success. That success started with an interactive book of crossword puzzles.  100 years later the gamification of books has reached a whole new level.

The co-creator of eSports and his business partner have created and tested internationally a new game formula for the greatest authors of this century, starting with Dr. Deepak Chopra. Graticube: The Game of Abundance, is the first in a trilogy from the author of 97 books and counting (scheduled to reach stores across America November 2024).

The tested game-formula works across best authors of impact. The experience brings the old-school book club into a new generation of play. Our immersive game is a presential experience rolling time space/dice and drawing from a continuum of story cards and characters. An online portal through each card connects players with deeper author insights and provides ways to purchase additional books and/or bundles.

Take an opportunity to explore a few demo cards below.

With Gratitude,
Sam & Terry

Note: Images and copy here and in the game are for demonstration prototype purposes only. Appropriate permissions will be obtained for any creations made for the public.

Meet the Characters: Consider the SToRy

Humanity, Well Played

Graticube is a tabletop game with a big heart for human connection. Explore the cosmic TIME and SPACE dice and a continuum of cards including, SToRy, curiosity and gratitude. Roll the dice then pull a SToRy card. What first comes to mind after reading the SToRy card? Do you need a moment to consider what you want to share? Please feel free to enjoy a thoughtful moment.

Graticubes® - roll the dice

Sometimes the dice and your story have an obvious connection. If that’s true, share your story including how they relate. However, if the dice aren’t obviously connected, don’t worry. Go ahead with what first came to mind, then come back to the dice at the end of your share. Most times, the words on the dice will make their way into your story naturally. If you are still stumped after sharing, consider asking other players if they see a connection.

Other players can hand you a curiosity card to continue exploring what you’ve shared, or a gratitude card  to share their appreciation.  When finished, the next player rolls the dice and selects a SToRy card.

Play a few rounds and be sure to leave time for the Gift Card round.

Celebrating 100 Years: Publishing with Passion, Joy and Innovation

Simon & Schuster staffers took on the daunting challenge of selecting The Simon & Schuster 100: titles from their history that are believed to best represent the breadth and depth of the company’s publishing program, across genres, imprints, and borders.

It has been an amazing 100 years of publishing with passion, joy, and innovation that has carried through from their very first days to now. Enjoy perusing the list or download!