Book companion
Explore Understanding Blockchain within its dedicated project site.
Publishing & Books
Understanding Blockchain
A companion to Understanding Blockchain and its foundational ideas.
The project
Overview
Understanding Blockchain is the educational companion platform for Jason Ansell’s book of the same name.
It provides a focused home for readers exploring decentralized systems, Bitcoin and smart contracts. As part of the publishing ecosystem, the project connects the book with related reading and broader resources for learning how blockchain technology works.
Who it’s for
Readers seeking a clear introduction to blockchain technology and decentralized systems.
Inside the project
Key focus areas
Foundational concepts
Follow an introduction to decentralized systems, Bitcoin and smart contracts.
Further reading
Continue into Mastering Crypto and the wider publishing catalogue.
Across the portfolio
Connected projects
Connected knowledge
Writing & research connected to Understanding Blockchain
Article
Download All Five Mastering Crypto Ebooks Free August 1–5
For five days only, the entire Mastering Crypto series is free. Not a teaser — the full library. Here's why I'm giving it away, and what I hope you take from it.
Article
Download All Five Mastering Crypto Ebooks Free August 1–5
From August 1–5, 2026, all five Kindle ebooks in Jason Ansell’s Mastering Crypto series are available free on Amazon. Download the complete beginner-friendly collection covering cryptocurrency, blockchain, seed phrases, DeFi and Web3.
Article
Mastering Crypto: The Complete Beginner-Friendly Series for Understanding Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, DeFi, and Web3
The Mastering Crypto series is a beginner-friendly yet comprehensive guide to cryptocurrency, blockchain, DeFi, Web3, and digital asset security. In this article, Jason Ansell breaks down the full collection, explains what each book covers, and provides direct purchase links to help you build a strong foundation in the technologies shaping the future of finance and the internet.
Article
Understanding Blockchain: Why I Wrote This Book and Why It Matters More Than Ever
Blockchain is more than cryptocurrency—it’s a foundational technology changing how data, value, and trust move across the internet. In this article, Jason Ansell explains why he wrote Understanding Blockchain, who it’s for, and how decentralized systems are shaping the future beyond hype and speculation.
Article
Understanding Blockchain: Why I Wrote This Book (And Why You Should Read It)
Blockchain is everywhere—but few people truly understand how it works or why it matters. Understanding Blockchain breaks down the technology behind decentralized systems in clear, plain language, cutting through hype and confusion. Whether you’re new to crypto, exploring Web3, or simply want to understand the future of digital trust, this book gives you the foundation you’ve been missing.
Article
The Adventures of The Crypto Kid and Lucy — Free Book Promotion on Amazon!
I’m thrilled to share that my children’s book series, The Adventures of The Crypto Kid and Lucy, is now FREE to download on Amazon Kindle for a limited time! 📚 Get your free copies here: 🌟 Embark on an Epic Adventure into the World of Technology and Imagination The Crypto Kid and Lucy series takes […]
Article
The Adventures of The Crypto Kid and Lucy — Free Book Series Promo!
I’m excited to share something very close to my heart — a new project that brings technology, creativity, and storytelling together for the next generation of dreamers and builders. Introducing my brand-new children’s book series:🎉 The Adventures of The Crypto Kid and Lucy — available FREE on Amazon Kindle from October 9th–14th! 👉 Read it […]
Article
Mastering Crypto Series Hits #1–4 on Amazon Best Sellers!
I’m beyond excited to share some huge news: my Mastering Crypto book series has taken the #1, #2, #3, and #4 spots on Amazon’s Best Sellers in Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies eBooks! See the list here: Amazon Best Sellers – Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies eBooks This milestone means a lot — not just for me, but for […]
Article
Featured Book Promo: Understanding Blockchain — Free on Kindle Oct 1–5
As part of the Mastering Crypto series, I’m running a special promotion from October 1–5 where the Kindle edition of my book Understanding Blockchain: A Beginner’s Guide to the Technology That’s Changing the World will be FREE on Amazon. Grab your copy here: Understanding Blockchain on Amazon About the Book Blockchain technology isn’t just a […]
Article
Free Promo: Mastering Crypto 4-Book Series (Oct 1–5 on Amazon)
I’m excited to share that I’m running a special promo for my 4-book series, Mastering Crypto. From October 1–5, the Kindle (eBook) editions will be available for FREE on Amazon. This series is designed for anyone who wants to better understand the world of cryptocurrency — from complete beginners to those ready to dive deeper […]
Book
Understanding Blockchain
A beginner-friendly introduction to blockchain technology — explaining decentralized systems, Bitcoin, smart contracts, and why blockchain is becoming one of the most important technological innovations of the modern era.