Actions24
- Author Actions
- Book Actions
- Edition Actions
- List Actions
- Publisher Actions
- Series Actions
- User Actions
Overview
This node integrates with the Hardcover API to perform various operations related to books, authors, lists, publishers, editions, series, and search functionalities. Specifically, for the "List" resource with the operation "Get List(s) By List Name," it retrieves one or more lists from the Hardcover service that match a given list name.
Common scenarios where this node is beneficial include:
- Fetching curated book lists by their names for display or further processing.
- Integrating book list data into workflows such as recommendation engines, content management systems, or reading trackers.
- Automating retrieval of specific collections of books maintained in Hardcover.
Example: A user wants to get all book lists named "Best Sci-Fi Novels" to show on their website or use them in a personalized newsletter.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| List Name | The exact name of the list(s) to retrieve from Hardcover. This is a required string input. |
Output
The node outputs an array of JSON objects, each representing the result of the requested operation. For the "Get List(s) By List Name" operation, the json output contains the list data retrieved from the Hardcover API matching the specified list name.
The structure of the output JSON depends on the Hardcover API response but generally includes details about the list(s), such as list ID, name, description, and possibly contained items (books).
No binary data output is indicated for this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires an active connection to the Hardcover API via an API key credential configured in n8n.
- The node depends on the Hardcover API being accessible and the provided API key having permissions to read list data.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or missing API key: The node will fail to authenticate with the Hardcover API.
- No lists found: If the list name does not match any existing lists, the output may be empty or contain an error message.
- Network or API downtime: Connectivity issues can cause request failures.
Error messages:
- Authentication errors typically indicate problems with the API key; verify the credential setup.
- "List not found" or similar messages mean the specified list name does not exist; check spelling and case sensitivity.
- Timeout or network errors suggest connectivity problems; retry or check network settings.
Links and References
- Hardcover API Documentation (example link, replace with actual if available)
- n8n documentation on API credentials and creating custom nodes