Online Book Clubs, Social Reading Apps & Websites

Online Book Clubs, Social Reading Apps & Websites

By: Andy Carroll

With the expansive growth of technology, many aspects of how we read books and interact with others have changed dramatically.

From online book clubs or groups, such as Book Nerds’ Book Reviews and Horror Nerds’, to ways to keep track of books you have read and group reads, such as those present in Book Nerds’ Book Reviews Monthly Group Reads. 

There are many different platforms for readers to engage and be active in an online reading community. Book Nerds’ Book Reviews on Facebook are a prime example.

Online Reading Groups

With members spanning the globe, there are a lot of recommendations from all walks of life. It is a safe place to discuss fantastic, okay, or downright awful reads. Being in a community online really helps to broaden your horizons in terms of the types of literature you enjoy and are exposed to. 

What Apps Do People Use To Read Online?

Top social reading platforms include big names such as Goodreads, Wattpad, Scribd, Bookish, and LibraryThing. However, the popularity of platforms can change over time, so you should check the latest reviews and rankings for the most up-to-date information.

All five of these online services offer varying experiences. Goodreads is one application many should be familiar with.

Through Goodreads alone, it is simple to find reviews, recommendations, and even fellow groups that are joinable and offer monthly group reads about a particular genre.

The more friends you make on the platform, the better your chances of finding an elusive read that will blow you away! It is a great way to track your books so that no unwanted re-reads occur.

Scribd, Bookish, Wattpad and LibraryThing all offer similar experiences.

Wattpad

Wattpad is a social reading and writing application that connects readers to writers, utilizing shared stories. This may be your app if you want a more interactive experience. If you are all right with paying for a subscription, Scribd may be more to your liking.

It hosts a vast library of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and other written content. It also spans many different genres and styles.

This is perfect for a reader who can’t get enough reading.

Bookish

Bookish is a website or platform dedicated to book recommendations, reviews, and literary discussions. It’s a place where bibliophiles can find information about books, authors, and literary news. It’s similar to Goodreads in many ways but is a good alternative if you are looking for something a little different.

LibraryThing

Lastly, LibraryThing is driven by cataloging books, tracking books, and writing reviews; many recommendations can be found there, too. It’s similar in some ways to Goodreads, but if you want something different, it’s worth a shot!

With today’s developing technology, readers can be even more connected to what they read, review, and recommend.

It doesn’t matter if you prefer hardcover books, paperback books, ebooks, audiobooks, or other forms of reading. There is a little something to be had for every type of reader. 

Bring your reading into the 21st century, and try one or more of these fantastic apps! You may find yourself pleasantly surprised and make a friend or two along the way.