The Memory of Borrowed Books
By Meg Anderson
What starts as a story of grief over the possibility of losing her job and the library she loves so much, transforms into a deep and profound...
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Read, Reflect, Connect
Addabook is a dedicated space designed for readers to reflect on, track, and organize their books while supporting independent bookstores and fostering community connection.
Discover
Explore books to find interesting reads, not just what’s trending or generated from some algorithm.
Collection
Build a personal Collection of what you've read. Add a book to your Collection by adding a rating or a Note. Here you can track your total book and page counts and easily search through all your books, by date read, rating, custom tags, and more.
Lists
Go beyond your Wishlist (aka TBR) by creating and sharing custom lists for any mood, theme, or goal. You can take notes on individual books and track your reading progress within each list.
Notes
Capture your reading experience with notes and custom tags, without being forced into a star rating. Keep notes private or share them with the community.
No Distractions
No distracting pop-up ads cluttering your view and no comments threads – providing a focused experienced and judgment-free zone for you to write your reflections in peace.
Partnerships
We collaborate with book clubs, bookstores, and nonprofits to showcase their lists and to help promote a vibrant reading culture. Get in touch to explore partnership opportunities.
Community
See what others are reading, explore their notes and lists, and save your favorites for future inspiration. (More features coming soon!)
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Featured Lists
Conservation Reading Group
Birds Connect Seattle invites you to read and learn with us. Together, we'll deepen our understanding of conservation and become stronger advocates for birds and nature.
Learn more about and join our reading group here: https://birdsconnectsea.org/learn/conservation-reading-group/
Romantic Reads for Summer
It's summer time so we are getting more requests for books that are light, fun, and breezy. In other words, romance novels. Peruse this list to find the perfect accompaniment for an afternoon in the sun at your local park or beach vacation.
If you're in the neighborhood, swing by our store to find more romantic reads!
If you're in the neighborhood, swing by our store to find more romantic reads!
Queer History Book List
Queer history books handpicked by our booksellers
From addabook_admin
AI and Algos
As we spend more and more time on our phones and as AI becomes more prevalent, there are concerns about technology's impact on our ability to be creative, think critically, and foster social relationships.
For more on AI, algorithms, and the devastating downsides of spending too much time on social media, give these books a read.
From addabook_admin
Fire
Wildfire season has become longer and the fires more intense, often leading to tragic outcomes. Sometimes they're ignited intentionally or carelessly. Sometimes nature sparks a blaze that is exacerbated by climate change. To better understand fire, how it works, how it's fought, and the destruction it leaves in its wake, check out these titles.
Recent Notes
To the Bright Edge of the World
By Eowyn Ivey
I really liked the epistolary structure of this book. That made it very immersing and readable. I often turned to the map at the front to reference....
Gaslit
By Megan Davidhizar
I loved Megan Davidhizar’s debut, Silent Sister, so I knew I’d be reading her second thriller. And whoo, boy, Gaslit did not disappoint! From the...
While Justice Sleeps
By Stacey Abrams
For the record - despite the image, I didn't read the Large Print edition. Just getting that out there. Turns out Stacey Abrams can plot and write a...
Whistler
By Ann Patchett
It was with great anticipation I looked forward to this book. I devoured the book, reading it in less than 3 days. The structure of the story adds to...
The God of the Woods
By Liz Moore
It took a while for me to get invested in this book, but then I couldn't get enough. It's an excellent mystery that also juxtaposes the lives of the...