The Waking Up book

The Waking Up app

They share a name and an author, but otherwise should be considered separate or adjacent resources.

Further clarification:

• They are not companion resources:
  • (You don't need the app to read the book, or vice-versa)
• One isn't a sequel to the other, nor is there a preferred order in which to engage with them
• Just because you've gone through one, doesn't preclude you from going through the other

While there is some thematic/content overlap, you absolutely should read the book, and also go through the different content in the app, as they both have merits in their own rights.

Recommendation

Use the app on a day-to-day basis for learning more about meditation, as well as establishing and developing your meditation practice, and read the book in your own time.

You'll get great value out of both.