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 book data. Specifically, for the "Publisher" resource and the "Search For Publishers" operation, it allows users to search for publishers by a query string. This is useful in scenarios where you want to find publisher information based on partial or full names, enabling workflows that involve cataloging, metadata enrichment, or content sourcing.
For example, you might use this node to:
- Search for publishers matching a keyword like "Penguin" to retrieve their details.
- Paginate through large sets of publisher results using advanced options.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Query | The search term used to find publishers. This is a required string input. |
| Advanced | Optional additional parameters: |
| - Per Page | Number of results to return per page (default 25). |
| - Page | Page number of results to retrieve (default 1). |
Output
The node outputs an array of JSON objects representing the search results from the Hardcover API. Each item corresponds to a publisher matching the search query. The exact structure depends on the API response but typically includes publisher details such as name, ID, and other metadata.
If the node encounters an error during execution and "Continue On Fail" is enabled, the output will include an object with an error field containing the error message.
No binary data output is produced by 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 responsive.
- No additional external services are required beyond the Hardcover API.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues:
- Invalid or missing API credentials will cause authentication failures.
- Network connectivity issues can prevent successful API calls.
- Providing an empty or invalid query string may result in no results or errors.
- Pagination parameters out of range may lead to empty responses.
Error Messages:
- Errors returned from the API will be surfaced in the node's output if "Continue On Fail" is enabled.
- Typical errors include authentication errors, rate limiting, or malformed requests.
Resolutions:
- Verify that the API key credential is correctly set up and has necessary permissions.
- Ensure the query string is valid and not empty.
- Adjust pagination parameters within valid ranges.
- Check network connectivity and API status.
Links and References
- Hardcover API Documentation (replace with actual URL)
- n8n Documentation on Creating Custom Nodes
- General info on Pagination Best Practices