ebook-extractor

Convert EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, and AZW3 ebooks to plain text.

49|9|Updated Dec 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ratacat/claude-skills --skill ebook-extractor
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Skill: ebook-extractor
Source: https://github.com/ratacat/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/ebook-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ratacat/claude-skills --skill ebook-extractor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ebooklib, beautifulsoup4, PyMuPDF, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the manual work of converting ebooks between formats, giving you immediate access to content for analysis or reading.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Universal Format Support: Automatically handles EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, and AZW3 files.
  • Batch Processing: Convert multiple files at once for research or content processing.
  • Use Case: Imagine you have a collection of technical books in different formats. Use this Skill to batch convert them all to plain text for AI analysis or personal reading.

Quick Start

Extract all text from the attached ebook file 'book.epub'.

Frequently Asked Questions about ebook-extractor

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text from PDF, EPUB, and MOBI ebooks?

Extract text from ebook formats by uploading PDF, EPUB, MOBI, AZW, or AZW3 files. The Skill automatically parses each format and outputs plain text content ready for analysis or reading.

Can I batch convert multiple ebooks at once?

Yes, batch processing lets you convert multiple ebook files simultaneously. Submit your collection of PDFs, EPUBs, or other supported formats together to extract text from all files in one operation.

What ebook formats does this support?

Universal format support includes EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, and AZW3 files. The Skill handles all major ebook standards without requiring manual format conversion beforehand.

How do I prepare ebooks for text extraction and analysis?

Provide ebook files in any standard format—PDF, EPUB, MOBI, AZW, or AZW3. The Skill extracts raw text automatically, preparing content for downstream AI analysis or research workflows.

What's the best way to convert technical ebooks for research?

Batch convert your technical books from mixed formats to plain text in one step. This extracts all content uniformly, enabling consistent processing for research, indexing, or machine learning pipelines.

Does PDF text extraction work with complex layouts?

PDF text extraction handles standard layouts through PyMuPDF integration. For PDFs with complex tables or non-standard formatting, verify extracted text quality before downstream processing.