Goodreads Help Topics

My Books

How do I remove multiple rereading sessions?

Here's how to edit or remove the read date on a book that you've already read:
1. Click on My Books in the header to navigate to your shelves.
2. Use the search bar at the top of your shelves to find the book in question.
3. Click on the edit link in the last column on the right for that book.
4. Scroll down to the Dates read subheading in the pop-up that appears, and edit the relevant date.
Alternatively, click on the X next to the set of dates if you'd like to remove them, and then click on Save at the bottom of the page.
If you'd like to remove the book from your shelves entirely, you can find the book on your My Books page and click the gray X on the right hand side of the book listing.
I imported my books from kindle.amazon.com, but I can’t see my reading dates

The data exported from kindle.amazon.com does not include reading dates, so that information won't be included in your Goodreads import. You can manually add the date added and date read for any book on your shelves. Here's how:
1. Click on My Books in the header to navigate to your shelves
2. Use the search bar at the top right of your shelves to find the book in question
3. Under the date read or date added column header for that specific book listing, click on the edit link (if you don't see a date read or date added column, click shelf settings at the top of the page and select the appropriate checkbox)
4. Add the desired date in the pop-up menu that appears, and then click on save
How do I import my book list from kindle.amazon.com?

If you'd like to export your books from your previous kindle.amazon.com account, please contact us.
How Do I Remove a Book from My Books?

Click on My Books in the header. Then, click the x to the right of the book you'd like to remove. If you’re only seeing book covers, you’ll want to switch to table view by clicking the hamburger icon (i.e. the icon made up of 3 horizontal lines).
Alternatively, you can also remove a book from the book page. Click on the book, click Edit in the My Activity header, then click Remove from my books found near the bottom of the Edit Review page. Please note that when a book is removed from your shelves, it will also delete your review.
How do I add a book to My Books (How to shelve a book)?

Here's how to add a book to My Books on Goodreads:
1. To add a book to your shelves, find the book by searching for the title or author in the search bar in the header. Searching by ISBN or ASIN (for Kindle editions) works best when looking for a specific edition.
2. On the book's page, click the green Want to Read button underneath the cover image — this will add the book to your to-read shelf. To add the book to a different shelf, hover over the downward arrow on the right side of the button and select the exclusive shelf you’d prefer (e.g. read or currently-reading). From here, you can also add the book to any of your custom non-exclusive shelves by scrolling down and checking the appropriate shelves.
Can I edit a shelf for multiple books at once?

To add or remove books from a shelf in batches, use the Batch Edit feature at the top of your My Books page. The batch edit tool lets you select as many books as you like to move from one shelf or another, or even to remove from your profile.
Why are my status updates calculated in percentages?

Progress updates for ebooks and audiobooks default to percentage, while updates for other books (like paperbacks, etc.) default to page number. However, in all cases one can change the status to switch from the default. Here's how:
1. Navigate to your home page.
2. In your Currently Reading section, click Update Progress next to the book you'd like to update.
3. The % and # icons are clickable. Click on either of them to switch between percentages or pages updates.
How do I create a shelf for a book I couldn't finish?

You can create your own exclusive shelf for books you didn't complete and name it, for example, "never finished", "did not finish", "dnf" or "abandoned". Here's how:
1. Click on My Books in the header
2. Next to the Bookshelves header, click Edit
3. In the Add a Shelf text box, type "never finished" "did not finish", "dnf", "abandoned" or similar and click Add
4. Check "exclusive" next to the new shelf when it appears on the list
This will allow you to assign a book to this shelf, instead of having to pick between the default "read", "currently reading", and "to read" shelves.
How do I update my progress for a book I'm currently reading?

There are two ways you can do this:
1. From the home page: Look for the Currently Reading section on the top left of the page. Underneath the book’s title, click the small Update progress button. From here, you should be able to input the page number you are on and any comments you want to add.
2. From the book page: Scroll down until you see the My Activity section – which should be just underneath the book's Get a Copy section. Next to the bolded progress header, click the box field to enter the page number. Similarly, you can add page numbers and comments here, you can also click Page to switch to the percentage format.
For information on how to remove a status update, go here.
How do I move a book from Currently Reading to Read?

Here's how to move a book from Currently Reading to Read on Goodreads:
1. Go to the homepage
2. On the left-hand side of the page, there should be a Currently Reading section. Click Update progress underneath this section.
3. Above the text box there is a link that says, I'm finished! Click that link.
4. This should take you to a review page if you'd like to write a review. Click Save and the book should be marked as Read.
How do I reread a book?

To reread a book, you can move any book on your Read shelf to your Currently Reading shelf before marking it as read again. Alternatively, here's how to add additional read dates to a book that you've already read at least once when on the desktop site:
1. Click on My Books in the header to navigate to your shelves
2. Use the search bar at the top of your shelves to find the book in question
3. Click on the edit link in the last column on the right for that book
4. Scroll down to the Dates read subheading in the pop-up that appears and click on the Add read date link right below your previous dates read
5. Add the desired dates in the date dropdowns, and then click on Save at the bottom of the page
Shelving a different edition of the book each time you've read it will also count towards the total number of rereads, as each edition will have its own reading sessions.
I read a book but it's not showing up in my 2019 Reading Challenge. What's going on?

Books will only be counted towards your 2019 Reading Challenge if the date I finished this book field contains a date in 2019.

To check if you've set the date:
1. Navigate to the book's page.
2. Within the My Activity section, click Edit on the right.
3. Check to see that the date I finished this book is filled in with a date from 2019. If it's blank, add one and save. If there is a date, and it's still not being counted, contact us.
How do I import or export my books?

To import or export your books, go to My Books, then click on Import and export under Tools on the left.

To Import your books from a .csv, .txt, or .xls file, click choose file under Import from a File, select the file from your computer, then click on Import Books. The batch upload may take several minutes to process, depending on how large your file is.

To Export your books to a .csv file, click on the Export Library button at the top of the screen, below the Export heading, then wait for the file to generate. This may take some time if you have a large library. If successful, you will see a Your export from (date) - (time) note below the button. Click on that text to download the csv file.
How do I sort my books?

You can sort your, or your friends', reading lists by any criteria you'd like, using the links at the top of the column while viewing a shelf. For example, to sort by title, click on title, which appears at the top of the page. Clicking again will reverse the sort order. Other columns by which lists can be sorted are: author name, rating, my rating, shelves, publication date, date added, date read, average rating, review, number of comments, private notes, owned, and number of reviews.
How do I format text into HTML?

Goodreads supports a set list of html tags that you can use to format your comments, reviews, and stories & writing. They are posted on the right side of most pages, and are also below:

Well formed web urls automatically get turned into links:
link: <a href="http://www.goodreads.com">my link text</a>
link to book: use the "add book/author" link or [book: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone]
link to author: use the "add book/author" link or [author: J.K. Rowling]
image: <img src="http://www.goodreads.com/image..." width="40" height="100" alt="description"/> (Suggested image size in pixels: width 0-400, height 0-1000, "alt" is a description of the image. All three are optional, but recommended.)
bold text: ...
italic text: ...
underline text: ...
~~strike text~~: <s>...</s>
line break: ...
blockquote: <blockquote>...</blockquote>
paragraph: ...
spoiler: <spoiler>...</spoiler>

Note: tags must be properly nested, example:

OK: test
Not OK: test

What devices support emojis?

We support emojis on the following platforms:
- iOS devices
- Android devices
- Kindle Fire
- Most desktop browsers
- Mobile web
Where can I add emojis on Goodreads? How do I add emojis to my content on Goodreads?

Emojis can be added everywhere you can enter text, including reviews, comments, group discussions, reading progress updates and general status updates, and more. You can add emojis to Goodreads using the emoji keyboard on your device.
How do I view a list of my owned books?

Here's how to view a list of your owned books on Goodreads:
1. Visit My Books on the Goodreads desktop site.
2. Click on owned books from the options available on the left-hand side:
Where is the Other Editions section located?

The Other Editions section is now located in each book's details. To view the other editions of a book, click the green more details link below the book links on a book's page. See here for a screenshot.
I can't find my review on the book page itself. Where is it?

When you review a book, it automatically posts to the book page under Community Reviews. Our book pages are cached, so your review might not appear under Community Reviews right away, but this usually updates within a few days.

It might help to note that reviews are not only sorted by date, but also by popularity of the reviewer, number of likes, length of the review, and a couple of other factors. This sorting determines what page your review ends up on.
How do I customize the My Books page?

On My Books, click on Settings at the top right, above the book list and select the options you want. Then click Save Current Settings to Your read/all shelves. This can be set independently for each shelf, except for Read and All, which are set together.

Book Topics

Tips for booksellers and authors

We welcome participation from organizations such as book stores, and we invite all published authors to join the Goodreads Author Program. However, spam and unsolicited advertising of any kind will not be tolerated and could lead to the permanent deletion of your Goodreads account. Please see our author guidelines for more details on appropriate site usage.

Posting of legitimate book reviews from organizations or individuals is the intended use of the site, but no review should have any content with an intent to sell. Goodreads members recognize this as spam, so this tactic is not a good strategy for gaining new customers. In contrast, becoming an active participant in literary discussions on Goodreads will win you friends and new readers.

Find more advice and tips on the Authors & Advertisers Blog.
What do I do if a book is missing a cover image or other data?

If a book is missing a cover image or a book page has inaccurate data, please post in the official Goodreads Librarians Group. Our army of volunteer librarians would be happy to help!

Any member with librarian status can edit book data and generally correct any inaccuracies. If you have more than 50 books added and would like to become a librarian, please apply here.
Why can't I edit my books or my author profile?

Here are a few reasons why you might be having trouble editing your author profile or your book pages on our site:
1. You haven't joined the Goodreads Author Program. When you sign up for the site, your member profile isn't automatically linked to your author profile. You have to apply to have them linked. As soon as your application is approved by our staff, you should be able to edit your profile. Click here for more information about how to apply for the Goodreads Author Program.
2. You're a Goodreads Author, but you aren't signed into the correct member account. It's possible to have duplicate member accounts, so make sure that you are logged in with the same email you used to claim your author profile. If you're not sure, check to see which email account your Author Program welcome email came to. If you’re having any trouble with this, please contact us.
3. You're trying to edit a book that isn't attributed to you. If the book doesn't appear on your author profile already, you won't have editing rights (because our system doesn’t recognize the record as yours). In this case, you'll need one of our volunteer Goodreads Librarians to correct the author name for you for the book to be correctly attributed. You can submit a request for this edit in the Librarians Group.
Tips for book publishers and authors on how to use Goodreads
- Author Program. Designed for authors to have a profile on the site and interact with fans, and add photos, videos, or events to their profile.
- Advertising. We offer custom advertising buys. Buys can be across the entire site or targeted to a particular genre. For a rate card please contact us.
- Author interviews & newsletter promotion. Each month we feature authors in our monthly newsletter. This is an editorial decision, and usually the authors featured have books just released.
- Book Giveaways. Giveaways are valuable because they drive awareness and interest in your book with our community of millions of readers.
- Q&A groups. Authors can host a Q&A group to answer questions from fans about a new book.
- Ask the Author allows authors to engage with readers from their author dashboard.
- How do books get discovered? A data-driven presentation on how Goodreads members find the books they read. A great tool for authors and publishers.
Tips on being a Goodreads Librarian

We have a comprehensive Librarian Manual that deals with any questions librarians may have. Check it out here.
What do I do if I find multiple editions of the same book? (Goodreads Librarians Only)

Due to there often being many different editions of a book, each having its own ISBN/ASIN, we have built a feature where you can Combine or Separate each edition into an overarching work. This provides the advantage of aggregating all the reviews and statistics for a combined work.

To Combine Editions of a book, you can either:
- Click on Combine Editions above the list of works on the Author Profile page; or
- Click on the Combine hyperlink found below the Other Editions section on the book page.
What do I do if I can’t find a book using search on Goodreads?

If you can't find a book when entering an author or title into our search engine, you have three options:
1. Search by ISBN/ASIN. You can find ISBN numbers on the inside cover of your book. If the book has an ASIN, this can easily be found on the book listing or page when visiting the Amazon Marketplace where you bought/borrowed the book.
2. Add the book yourself by clicking on manually add book on the right side of the search page. Only members with accounts older than one day and with a verified email address will be able to manually add books.
3. The third option is to post a request in the Goodreads Librarians group, following these guidelines.
How can I post a Goodreads Choice nominee badge on my website?

To post a nominee badge linking to your Goodreads Choice Awards category, you'll need to code it into your website with HTML.

First, you will need a URL for the image, as it has to be sourced online. To get one, we recommend creating a Photobucket account. Then follow these steps:
1. Right-click on the nominee badge image below and select Save image as
2. Upload the image to your Photobucket account using the upload link at the top
3. Once the image has been processed, click on it to get to the image's page
4. Copy the URL in the Direct link box on the right
5. Navigate to your website's HTML editor mode
6. Paste the following code in your HTML editor, inserting the URL you copied between the quotes after "img src":
 
 <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/choiceawards">
 <img src="">
 </a>
7. Replace the URL after "a href" with the URL to your specific Goodreads Choice category
8. Save your changes

My Account

I forgot the password to my account. How do I reset my password?

You can reset your password by navigating to the sign in page and clicking on forgot password. Enter your email address into the tool and check your email to reset your password.
How do I cancel my account?

Here's how to delete your account on the desktop site:
1. Click on your profile picture in the header and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu
2. Navigate to the Settings tab
3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click delete my account
4. On the next page, confirm that you'd like to remove it
Your personal account data, the list of books you've shelved, and your friends list will be removed from the site.

If you are an author, you can delete your account in the same way. It’s important to note that this will only remove your personal (member) account data – books you've rated and reviewed, your friends, and account information. Deleting your account will not remove your author profile or the records and reviews for the books that you have authored.

If you are having any other trouble on the site, please feel free to contact us.
How do I unsubscribe from emails?

To change the frequency (daily or weekly) or unsubscribe from any Goodreads emails, click on edit profile at the top right corner of Goodreads when on the desktop site, then click the emails tab. All email settings can be controlled on this page.
How do I opt out of Friend Update emails?

Here's how to opt out of the Friends Update emails:
1. From the desktop site, go to your Account Settings page
2. Select the Emails tab
3. At the top of the page, find the option titled: Email me new reviews from friends
4. Select the option for never
5. Scroll down until you see save email settings, and click that button to save your changes
What are 'Recent Updates from the Community'?

Members who have not yet added friends will receive Recent Updates from the Community in lieu of friend updates on their homepage. As soon as you start adding friends, these community updates will be replaced by updates from your friends.
How do I flag content on Goodreads

Goodreads has a "flagging" system, where Goodreads members can flag any content that might violate our Community Guidelines. Our team carefully reviews flagged items on a case-by-case basis, and we take action on any items that violate our policies

Here's how to flag content on the desktop site:
- To flag a review that you believe violates our *review guidelines* (https://www.goodreads.com/review/guidelines), hover your mouse over the review text on the book page. Then click the gray flag icon that appears on the bottom right-hand side.
- To flag a status update, click on the *see status* link underneath it. On the next page, click the gray flag icon to the bottom right of the status update.
- To flag a photo, click on it and then click on the small gray flag icon to the bottom right of the photo.
- To flag a profile, click on the profile picture. Then click on the gray flag icon which you will find under the photo and next to the Uploaded at date.
- To flag a comment, click on the gray flag icon on the bottom right-hand side of the comment text.
- To flag a group, navigate to the group's homepage and click the gray flag this group link beneath the group's description.
- To flag a message, click the flag link beneath Message Actions on the right side of the page.
You're also always welcome to write in and link us to any content that you feel is abusive of the site.
Can I use multiple accounts on Goodreads?

Goodreads Authors are welcome to maintain separate, personal accounts. However, it's important to keep in mind that we ask authors to only rate their own books just once, and from their designated Goodreads Author account. This automatically generates a notation above the rating that says Review from the author, and prevents confusion on the part of the reader.

This also applies to contributors of blog accounts. While contributors are welcome to have a personal account in addition to their blog account, we require that a disclosure be added to each shared review to disclose the relationship between the two accounts. This is to prevent confusion on the part of our Goodreads members.

Please note that it's currently only possible to log into Goodreads with one account at a time.
How do I add a profile picture?

Here's how to add your profile picture when on the desktop site:
1. Hover over your profile picture in the header and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu
2. On the right side of the page, click on choose file – it's under the brown no photo box
3. Browse your files to select an image
4. Click on upload photo
You can also add or edit your profile picture on the mobile site by navigating to your Settings from the hamburger menu and selecting Profile. Clicking on the option underneath the profile icon will provide you with options to Add Photo or Edit Photo. Tap Upload to save your changes.
How do I remove my stored credit card?

To remove your credit card information, simply go here and click the delete link next to the stored card.

iPhone

Can I read ebooks using the Goodreads iOS app?

Unfortunately not. Goodreads is primarily a book review and recommendations website and not a platform where you can read books. However, If you're looking for a great mobile reading experience that offers the world's largest catalog of ebooks, including thousands of free ebooks, we recommend the Kindle app, available for free from the App Store:

If you're looking for a place to discover a great book, a place to discuss your favorite books, or a place to get in touch with your favorite author, Goodreads is the place to be.

And if you're in the United States, Canada or the United Kingdom, you can Preview most books within the app to help decide if it's the right one for you. To see if a book has a preview available, just look for the preview button on the book page:
How do I set the date finished or date started for a book in the iOS app?

Here's how to set the date finished or date started on the iOS app:
1. Navigate to the book page for the book in question. You can search for it using the Search icon in the footer menu or find it in one of your shelves.
2. Under your rating, you'll see a box that says Write a Review or Edit Your Review (depending on if you have already entered a text review or not). Tap that box to open the review screen.
3. Tap No Start Date or No Finish Date to enter the date started or date read.
4. Choose the correct date, and then tap Done.
5. On the review screen, tap Done again to save changes.
What should I do if the iOS app crashes after updating to a new release?

If you've updated or installed the latest version of the iOS app and it crashes upon opening (i.e right after you launch it), it's possible you're experiencing a minor known bug in certain versions of Apple's iOS software.

To fix this, shut down your device completely and then restart it. Then, reopen the app.

Why do you need to restart the device? During the update process, it's possible that the app is not perfectly cleaned up by the system on certain versions of iOS, which does not allow the newly installed version to start correctly. A hard reboot fixes this situation.

If the app continues to crash, this could be a different issue and you'll want to write into our Support team for assistance.
Why doesn't the iOS app let me sign in?

Sometimes, even if you entered your email and password correctly, the Goodreads iOS app doesn't allow you to sign in and returns an error messages along the lines of (412) An unexpected error occurred.

This problem happens when the time on your iOS device is incorrect, which is most likely due to incorrect time zone settings on the device (PDT, EST, etc). To protect your account, Goodreads turns down important requests when your clock is too far off; in this case by not allowing a successful sign in.

For example, let's say you're in California and it's 3:00 PM. The time on your iOS device reads 3:00 PM, but the time zone is set to Eastern Daylight Time. Since it's 6:00 PM on the East Coast, your clock is actually three hours behind.

Here's how to fix the time:
1. From the iOS home screen, launch the Settings app.
2. Select General.
3. Select Date & Time.
4. Ensure that the date, time zone, and time are all correct.
5. To make things even more reliable, set the Set Automatically switch to the ON position. This allows your device to automatically set the correct time and timezone everywhere you go, and it typically solves any related issues. Please note that older devices running iOS 3 may not have this option.
What should I do if the Goodreads iPhone app crashes?

If the Goodreads iPhone app crashes (closes unexpectedly), we'd greatly appreciate it if you could send us your crash logs. These will help us find the problem and fix it.

How to get your crash logs:

1. Sync your iPhone

2. Browse to the following folders. DEVICE_NAME indicates the name of your iPhone as shown in iTunes.
Mac OS X:
/Users/<your_user>/Library/Logs/CrashReporter/MobileDevice/<DEVICE_NAME>

Windows XP:
C:\Documents and Settings\Application Data\Apple computer\Logs\CrashReporter\

Windows Vista:
C:\Users\AppData\Roaming\Apple computer\Logs\CrashReporter\MobileDevice\

3. Each log file will begin with the name of the application. Create a zip file including all the log files related to Goodreads, and email it to support@goodreads.com. (To create a zip file on the Mac: Control-click -> Compress; on Windows: Right-click -> WinZip.)
How do I upload a profile pic on the iPhone app?

Here's how to add a new profile picture on the iOS app:
1. On the home screen, tap More
2. Tap your current picture or name to view your profile
3. Tap Edit Profile
4. On the edit profile page, click on Edit found below your profile picture
5. Tap either Take Photo or Open from Library to take a picture or find an existing picture you'd like to use
6. Once you've found the picture that you want, tap Choose
That's it!
What should I do if I find a bug in the iOS app?

First, take a screenshot of the error or bug, then please email that screenshot to our Support team with a brief description of the error and how you produced it.

If the app unexpectedly closed/crashed, please send us your crash logs as well. These will be a great help when diagnosing the problem. We strive to fix all bugs for which we receive crash logs.
What iOS app sign-in options do I have?

If you have an active Facebook or Amazon account you can sign in to the iOS app using the buttons available on the sign in page. Alternatively, you can use the regular email address and password option (recommended).

Unfortunately, it's not currently possible to log in on iOS using your Gmail/Google or Twitter accounts. However, you can use these to log in on desktop and then create Goodreads-specific credentials. Once this is done, you can log in using the regular email address and password option mentioned above.

Here's how to do this:
1. Sign into Goodreads website as normal using your Facebook/Twitter/Google//Amazon login on the desktop site.
2. Click on your profile picture and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu.
3. Navigate to the Settings tab and enter your email address and password into the appropriate fields. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Save account settings. You'll now be able to log in using your email and password on the website, the iOS app, and the mobile site.
If you're having persistent sign in issues, please contact our Support team for assistance.
How do I write a review on the iOS app?

Here's how to write a review on the iOS app:
1. Navigate to the book page of the book you'd like to review.
2. Tap the stars to give the book a star rating; this will automatically move the book to your Read shelf. Alternatively, move the book to your Read shelf without star rating it by tapping the down arrow next to Want to Read, selecting the Read shelf and tapping Done.
3. Scroll down and tap the Write a Review button.
4. A text box will open for you to enter review text. Here you can also edit/enter you star rating and enter start and/or finished dates.
5. Tap Done to save.
How do I add a book to my shelves using the iOS app?

Here's how to add a book to your shelves using the iOS app:
1. Open the app and tap the Search icon in the menu.
2. In the search bar, type the title and/or author of the book that you'd like to find.
3. Scroll until you find the desired book, then tap the book's title. This will take you to the book page.
4. Tap the green Want to Read button to add the book to your to-read shelf. Alternatively, if you’d like to add the book to a different shelf, tap the arrow at the right-hand side of the Want to Read button. Select the shelf you'd like to add it to, then tap Done.
How can I edit my review on the iOS app?

Here's how to edit your review when using an iOS device:
1. Navigate to the book page of the book you reviewed
2. Scroll down, and select Edit Your Review
3. Make the necessary changes and click Done to save
How do I move a book between exclusive shelves on the iOS app?

To move a book between exclusive shelves on iOS:
1. Navigate to the book's page. You can search for it using the Search icon in the footer menu or find it in one of your shelves.
2. Tap the gray down-arrow next to the Want to Read button. This button may also say Read or Reading or something else, depending on which exclusive shelf the book is on.
3. Then, select the exclusive shelf you'd like to move the book to. Whilst here, you can also add the book to any of your custom non-exclusive shelves by scrolling down, tapping More Shelves and checking the boxes of the shelves to which you'd like to add the book.
4. Tap Done to save.
How do I switch book editions in the iOS app?

Here's how to switch book editions in the iOS app:
1. Navigate to the book's page. You can search for it using the Search icon in the footer menu or find it on one of your shelves.
2. Scroll down a bit and tap Book Details.
3. Tap on the Editions line.
4. Find the edition you'd like to shelve and tap the Switch to this edition button.
This will move your review of the book to a new edition. If you'd like to add a separate review for that edition, you can do so from our main website.
How do I edit my profile in the iOS app?

Here's how to edit your profile in the iOS app:
1. Tap More in the footer menu, then tap on your name or profile image to open your profile page.
2. Tap Edit Profile.
3. Make the changes you'd like and tap Done to save your changes. You can also tap Cancel to abandon your edits.
How do I clear my scanned books list on the iOS app?

Here's how to clear your scanned books list on the iOS app:
1. Select Scan from the menu on the bottom of your screen.
2. It should default to your list of already scanned books. If you see the camera instead, just tap the Scanned Books tab.
3. Choose the books you’d like to clear by tapping the checkmark to select or deselect them.
4. Tap Clear Books to remove them.
How do I uninstall the Goodreads app on iOS?

Here's how to uninstall the Goodreads app from your iOS device:
1. From your device's home screen, tap and hold the Goodreads icon for two seconds, until all your applications begin jiggling
2. Tap on the x that appears on the Goodreads icon
3. When the dialog appears, tap Delete to confirm
Is there a bulk scan feature in the iOS app?

Yes! You can scan multiple books and shelve them all at once:
1. Open the app and click Scan in the footer menu.
2. Ensure you’re on the Scanned Books tab by tapping it.
3. Before moving to step 4, check to see if you have scanned books in the list that you don't want to add to the shelf. If so, choose the books you'd like to clear by tapping the checkmark to select or deselect them. Then, tap Clear Books to remove the ones selected.
4. Tap the Scanner tab to move into camera mode.
5. Scan book covers or barcodes for all the books you'd like to add. You're able to scan one after another without tapping or exiting into the list. When you see the book appear below the viewer, the book has been processed. When you're done scanning, tap Shelve.
6. Then, select the exclusive shelf you’d like to move the book to. Whilst here, you can also add the book to any of your custom non-exclusive shelves by scrolling down, tapping More Shelves and checking the boxes of the shelves to which you'd like to add the book.
7. Tap Done to save.
How do I disable notifications for the iOS app?

There are 2 types of notifications you could receive from Goodreads: Apple Push Notifications and Goodreads On-Site Notifications.

Apple Push Notifications:

Push notifications are the ones you receive on your device's home screen in the form of a red numbered badge appearing on the app icon, in this case, the Goodreads app icon. These could arrive when the Goodreads app is not open or active or even when you're not using your phone. Depending on your device’s settings you could also see these alerts in your Notification Centre (to access your Notification Centre swipe down on your home screen from the very top to mid-way down the screen).

To disable these:
1. Tap on your Settings icon (gear icon)
2. Tap Notifications
3. Scroll down and tap Goodreads from the list
4. Move the Allow Notifications slider button to the off position
Goodreads Onsite Notifications:

These are the notifications you see in the header when you open the app and navigate to the More page (i.e. the "g" icon). The majority of these notifications come from groups or topics to which you are subscribed.

To disable these:
1. On the app, navigate to the topic page in question. You could do this by tapping on an alert you've already received. Alternatively, tap More > Groups and find the topic in question that way.
2. Scroll down to the bottom of the topic discussion and tap Topic Notification Settings.
3. Turn the slider buttons off as per your notification preferences.
You could also turn off notifications for an entire group, here's how:
1. Navigate to the group in question by tapping More > Groups and selecting the group in question
2. Scroll down and tap Group Notification Settings
3. Turn the slider button Off
Keep in mind that even if you turn off the Group Notification Settings you may still receive notifications for an individual topic in that group. The easiest way to turn everything off is to open the (unwanted) notification, scroll down and disable it using the Topic Notification Setting control, as mentioned above.

In addition, the website gives you full control over which Goodreads notifications you'd like to receive via your emails tab.

Mobile Website

Does Goodreads have mobile apps?

Yes! Our official apps are available for free from the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.
While we don’t have a Windows Phone app, there are a number of unofficial apps that make use of our API, including Epiphany and Social Reads.
How do I add a book to my Challenge from the mobile website?

In order for a book to count towards your annual Reading Challenge, you'll need to set the date you finished the book as part of your review.
The only way to do this on the mobile website is to mark the book as finished from the Update Progress button for a book that you're Currently reading. On our non-mobile website and mobile apps, you can add the date at any time from your My Books page.
How do I switch back and forth between the desktop and mobile versions of Goodreads?

If you're reading this, you’re likely on our mobile site. To switch to the full desktop version of the site, scroll down and tap on the Desktop version option at the bottom of the page.

If you’d like to switch to the mobile site from our full site, scroll to the bottom of the home page and tap the Mobile Version option at the bottom left of the screen.
How Do I Edit My Friends List on Mobile?

You’ll need to visit our desktop (non-mobile) site to edit your friends list. You can learn how to switch between mobile to desktop here. Once you're on the desktop site, click on the Friends icon at the top right (the silhouettes, next to your profile picture) and find the friend in question. Once you click edit friends link at the top of your Friends list, you can add or revoke top friend status with your current friends, or remove friends completely. Any changes you make on the desktop site will also be applied to your account on the mobile site and apps.
How do I add a book to my custom shelves on the mobile site?

Your custom shelves are available on our mobile site, but when you shelve a book, the default menu only displays our three main shelves (Want to Read, Currently Reading, and Read). To access your custom shelves, simply tap the three-books icon and choose See All Shelves at the bottom of the list. You can choose which shelves to place the book on, and tap I'm Finished when you're done.
How do I access my groups from the mobile site?

We do not yet have a mobile-optimized experience for groups. In order to join or leave groups, or participate in group discussions, you'll need to switch to our desktop site. You can see how to do that here. Any changes you make to your group membership on the desktop site will also be applied to your account on the mobile site and apps.

Groups

How do I create a group?

Creating a group on Goodreads is easy – simply visit the desktop site and follow these steps:
1. Click on Community in the header and then click Groups
2. Click Create a Group just above the browse by tag section on the right
3. Set the group’s settings and click Create at the bottom
How do I leave a group?

To cancel your membership in a group, go to the group's homepage, click edit membership underneath the group's profile picture, then click leave this group.
How do I add a group profile image?

Here's how to add a group profile image on the desktop site:
1. Navigate to the group's main page
2. Click on group settings in the menu on the top right
3. On the top right of the settings page, click choose file
4. Choose a file from your computer's directory
5. Click upload
How do I re-add a group member that was previously removed?

Once you remove someone from a group, that person is automatically blocked from re-joining.
Here's how to take the user off your blocked list:
1. Go to your group page
2. Click members from the navigation menu on the top right, above the group search bar
3. Click on block/unblock users from joining? in grey at the bottom of the page
4. Click unblock user for the appropriate person
How do I delete a poll in my group?

Here's how to delete a group poll on Goodreads:
1. On the desktop site, go to your group
2. Click Polls
3. Click on comments and details next to your poll
4. Click edit this poll in the top right corner
5. Click delete this poll at the bottom
Note: Only moderators can delete polls.
How do I add a discussion thread to a folder in a group?

Here's how to add a discussion thread to a folder in a group:
1. Navigate to your group's page.
2. Click on Discussion Board.
3. Click on edit folders on the top right, above the list of discussion threads (see image below).
4. Click on add a folder on the top right to start adding folders. As soon as you have your folders, you can start adding discussion threads to them.
5. Click on the discussion thread you'd like to add.
6. At the top of the page, click "edit" next to the thread's title
7. Next to folder, select a folder and save

Librarian

What is a Goodreads Librarian?

Goodreads Librarians are volunteer members of the site who are dedicated to improving our book data. Librarians can:
- Edit book and author information
- Combine editions of books to aggregate ratings
- Add cover images
Librarians are not Goodreads employees or representatives of the company. They cannot edit any user content, such as reviews. If you believe a member's librarian edits contradict our Librarian Manual, please contact a staff member.

If you have at least 50 books on your profile and would like to become a librarian, you can apply here.

Friends

How do I add friends?

Adding friends is easy. If you already have the profile link for someone you'd like to friend, just navigate to their profile, then click add as a friend beneath the about me section.

If you want to find friends on Goodreads and you don't have profile links, just click on the friends icon in the header, which is located directly to the left of your profile image. Then select the add friends tab.

On this page you have several options to add friends:
- your Gmail, Facebook, or Twitter contacts
- clicking on Friends of friends
- browsing friends
How do I remove a friend?

To remove a friend, click on the friends icon in the header (the icon directly to the left of your profile image) then the edit friends button. Click the x next to the name you wish to remove. The friend will not be notified. You can also navigate to the friends profile, scroll down to the bottom, and click remove as friend.
How do I block another Goodreads member?

To block a Goodreads member on the desktop site:
1. Navigate to that member's profile page
2. Click on More in the row beneath their name
3. Select Block this user
To block an author on the desktop site:
1. Navigate to that author's profile page
2. Scroll down to the bottom
3. Click block this member
What does it mean when a friend has written a story about me?

A story on Goodreads indicates how two friends met. Unfortunately, it isn't a creative writing project.

For example, if you want to record that you know your friend from work, you would need to click on your profile picture and select Friends from the drop-down list. Hover over the Friends tab on the top right of the page and click Friend Stories. Once you have saved the story, your friend will be asked to verify it before it is displayed on their profile.
What is the difference between being someone's friend and following their reviews?

A friend relationship is two-way. You see their reviews, and they see yours. A following relationship is one-way. You see their reviews, but they don't see yours in their feed. That said, members you are following can view your profile if they choose to. There are separate counts for friends and followers. You are included in each other's friend counts, but only one-way followers are included in your follow counts.

You can either be following someone or be their friend, not both, with one exception: authors who have a blog and/or are members of the Goodreads Author program. In either case, you will see their reviews on your homepage when you have the appropriate filter settings.
Can I exclude certain friends from appearing in my updates feed?

Yes, you can. An easy way to exclude certain people from your updates feed is to make a Top Friends list. This way, you can put all the people whose updates you would like to see in one place, separate from the people whose updates don't interest you.

Then, edit your feed settings to only display the updates from your Top Friends. Here's how:
1. Click on the Friends icon in the header.
2. Click Edit Friends above your friends list.
3. Tick the Top Friends checkboxes of the people whose updates you would like to see as Top Friends.
4. Go back to the home page and click on Customize next to Updates. Feed settings will appear where you can select the Content and People you'd like to appear in your Updates feed.
5. Select the radio button for Top friends Only beneath People. Your preferences will be updated automatically, so there’s no need to save.
You can also prevent friends from showing up in your friend update emails by filtering your Mail from Friends update emails by Top Friends Only here.

It's worth noting that the Goodreads Android App now honors your desktop feed settings, so any changes you make to your feed preferences on the desktop site should reflect accordingly when using our Android app.
What are top friends?

Our top friends feature allows you to choose a select group of friends whose updates you want to see first. To start using top friends, click on the Friends tab and then click the edit friends button. Use the check-boxes to choose your top friends. Then navigate to the home page and click the top friends toggle at the top. Your profile page will also show your top friends first. You can also change your email settings to show preference for top friends by selecting Account Settings from the drop-down list to the right of your profile pic in the header, and then selecting the Emails tab. Select include top friends only under Email me new reviews from friends. Don't worry – your friends won't know if they are a top friend or not.
Why can't I add any more friends?

We've recently instituted a friend limit of 5,000. Please note that you can have an unlimited number of fans and followers.

Facebook

How can I hide posts I shared from Goodreads on Facebook?

You can hide the posts you decided to share from Goodreads, on Facebook. Here's how:
1. Click on the gray Activity Log link on the top of your Facebook Timeline.
2. Click on Apps under the Filters section on the left-hand side.
3. On the search bar look for Goodreads.
4. You will see all the posts Goodreads that you've recently shared on Facebook.
5. Right next to the post you want to hide, click on the world icon to set who can see this post or on the pencil icon in order to allow on, or remove it from, your timeline.
6. Your setting will be automatically saved and should reflect when you refresh.
I'm trying to add Facebook integration, but I only see a loading icon spinning and spinning ...

If the loading icon keeps spinning, it implies the Facebook pop-up that is supposed to appear was suppressed by your browser. Try disabling your pop-up blocker completely or switching browsers. The problem might also be resolved by logging out of Goodreads and logging back in through Facebook Connect.
How do I add a Goodreads group tab to my Facebook Page?

If you have more than 2,000 likes on your Facebook page, you can add a Goodreads tab to it – here's how:
1. Create a Facebook Page if you don't already have one.
2. Navigate to your group's page on Goodreads.
3. At the top, click Edit Membership.
4. Scroll the whole way down the page to Facebook Page Tab.
5. Click the green Add the Goodreads app link in this section.
6. A pop-up will appear. Choose your page from the drop-down menu and hit Add Page Tab.
7. Navigate to your Facebook fan page. You should now see a Goodreads icon on the About bar – under the Like button. Click on this to visit your page tab.
Why can I no longer auto-share my Goodreads updates to Facebook?

Facebook has been working with Goodreads and other partners to ensure members have greater awareness and control of the information that gets shared to Facebook. Previously, Goodreads members could choose to automatically posted activity to Facebook. Starting July 25, 2018, members can no longer automatically share when they rate/review a book, add a book to their shelves, update their reading status, or like a quote/review to their Facebook timeline. While many of our members enjoyed the ability to automatically mirror their Goodreads activity on Facebook, overall, we believe this direction will provide better overall transparency and control to our members.
You can still talk about and recommend individual books from Goodreads to your friends on Facebook by using the share feature on book pages throughout the Goodreads website or apps. If you’d like to do so. Here’s how on desktop:
1. Visit a book page
2. Click on one of the share buttons at the top right:
3. In the pop-up, add your review and Post to Facebook
4. The book will then appear on your Facebook Timeline and in your Activity Log
How can I share a book to Facebook?

You can share books to Facebook from the book pages on the desktop site, or from your Android or iOS device.

Here’s how to do this on desktop:
1. Visit a book page
2. Click on one of the share buttons at the top right
3. In the pop-up, add your review and Post to Facebook
4. The book will then appear on your Facebook Timeline and in your Activity Log
Here’s how to share a book page from your Android device:
1. Visit a book
2. Click on the share button at the bottom right of the book’s cover image
3. In the pop-up, tap Share using another app
4. Tap the Facebook icon and you’ll be redirected to Facebook to add your update
5. After posting, the book will appear on your Facebook Timeline and in your Activity Log
Here’s how to share a book page from your iOS device:
1. Visit a book page
2. Click on the share button at the top right of the book’s cover image
3. In the pop-up, tap the Facebook icon and you’ll be redirected to Facebook to add your update
4. After posting, the book will appear on your Facebook Timeline and in your Activity Log

Giveaways

What are Goodreads Giveaways?

Goodreads Giveaways are a powerful way for authors and publishers to promote their books. You can choose between two packages – Standard and Premium – to promote your book to readers, building more buzz, driving book discovery, and generating early reviews. All authors and publishers can give away print books to U.S. or Canadian residents. Kindle Direct Publishing authors and publishers with ebooks available in the Amazon U.S. marketplace can give away Kindle ebooks to U.S. residents. You can choose to give away either print books or Kindle ebooks with each package.

Goodreads promotes your giveaway, helping drive entries, and then randomly selects winners once the giveaway ends.

Giveaways for Kindle ebooks are fulfilled directly by Goodreads, while sponsors (the author or publisher who created the giveaway) are responsible for mailing print books to winners. Details of the two packages are as follows:
1. Standard Giveaway - $119 per giveaway.
- Everyone who enters your giveaway automatically adds the book to their Want-to-Read list, promoting your book via updates in their friends’ updates feeds, and building an audience for your title.
- (NEW) The author's followers and anyone who has already added the book to their Want-to-Read list get a notification, letting them know there's a giveaway starting. This helps generate even more entries, creating more stories in the Goodreads updates feed
- About eight weeks after your giveaway ends, winners receive an email from Goodreads to remind them to rate and review your book. This will help other readers discover and decide to read the book too.
- Giveaways are featured in the Giveaways section of Goodreads.com, allowing readers to discover new books.
2. Premium Giveaway (Print or Kindle) $599 per giveaway.
Premium Giveaways are designed to give you more opportunity to connect with readers. A Premium Giveaway includes:
- Premium placement on Goodreads’ Giveaways page with tens of millions of visitors each month, giving your giveaway significantly more visibility and entrants.
The Premium package also includes all the benefits of the Standard package:
- Everyone who enters your giveaway automatically adds the book to their Want-to-Read list, promoting your book via updates in their friends’ updates feeds, and building an audience for your title.
- The author’s followers and anyone who has already added the book to their Want-to-Read list get a notification, letting them know there’s a giveaway starting. This helps generate even more entries, creating stories in the Goodreads updates feeds.
- A customizable message sent by Goodreads to entrants who don't win, providing a unique chance to connect with potentially thousands of readers interested in your book.
- About eight weeks after your giveaway ends, winners receive an email from Goodreads to remind them to rate and review your book. This will help other readers discover and decide to read the book too.
- Giveaways are shown in the Giveaways section of Goodreads.com, allowing readers to discover new books.
Who can list giveaways?

All authors and publishers can run giveaways for up to 100 copies of print books for entrants who are U.S. or Canadian residents.

Kindle Direct Publishing authors and publishers with ebooks available in the U.S. can run giveaways for up to 100 copies of Kindle ebooks for entrants who are U.S. residents.

Your giveaway must comply with all local applicable laws, rules, and regulations. For example, in Quebec, running a giveaway valued at over $100 requires registration. We are not your attorneys and the information presented here is not legal advice. We provide it for informational purposes and suggest you seek advice in your jurisdiction for running a giveaway legally.
I don't live In the United States. Can I list a giveaway?

All authors and publishers can list print and Kindle ebook giveaways for U.S. residents. Kindle ebook giveaways can only be created by Kindle Direct Publishing authors and publishers with ebooks available in the Amazon U.S. marketplace.
My eBook isn't available in the United States. Can I list a giveaway?

Your Kindle ebook must be available in the Amazon U.S. marketplace to run a giveaway on Goodreads.
Will I be able to see the profiles of entrants and winners for my Goodreads Giveaway? Can I contact Goodreads members who enter or win my Giveaway?

As a Goodreads Giveaway Sponsor, you're not able to see the profiles of entrants in your giveaways. However, for print book giveaways, we provide information to be used solely for delivery of the books to winners. It's important to note that we do not allow unsolicited outreach to Goodreads members by authors. If you have any questions about how to interact with readers on Goodreads, please visit our Contact Us .
Why aren't you offering free giveaways anymore?

With our new program, we have priced the package options to reflect the marketing value we are offering to help authors and publishers drive awareness of their books. Giveaways are valuable because they drive interest in your book, and we've added additional marketing features to our new program that authors and publishers have been asking for.
I'm an author or publisher. How do I list a Goodreads Giveaway?

Before listing a giveaway, you will need to connect your Amazon and Goodreads accounts here.

Here's how to list a giveaway:
1. Click on List a Giveaway from the giveaway page or your Author Dashboard
2. Select List a Print Book or List a Kindle eBook. If you want to create a Kindle ebook giveaway, select either Publisher or Author using Kindle Direct Publishing
3. Select your giveaway package: Standard or Premium
4. Find your book by searching for the ISBN or ASIN, then fill in your giveaway details
5. Click on Pay with Amazon. You'll be prompted to sign in to your Amazon account and choose a payment method
6. Confirm that your giveaway and payment details are correct, agree to the Goodreads Service Agreement, and click Place order
I'm a publisher with a Goodreads account manager. How do I list a Goodreads Giveaway?

Here's how to list a Goodreads Giveaway if you're a publisher with a Goodreads account manager:
1. Click on List a Giveaway from the giveaway page.
2. Select List a Print Book or List a Kindle Ebook.
3. Select your giveaway package: Standard or Premium.
4. Find your book by searching for the ISBN or ASIN, then fill in your giveaway details.
5. Confirm that your giveaway details are correct, agree to the Goodreads Service Agreement, and click Place order.
Note: If you’d like to connect with our Ads team to learn more about direct invoicing, please contact goodreads-ads at amazon dot com.

Note: Publishers set up for invoicing do not need to connect their Amazon and Goodreads accounts to list giveaways.
What do I do if my book's ASIN or ISBN is not found?

If our system isn't able to locate your book's ASIN or ISBN, it's likely that your book isn't yet in the Goodreads database. In this case, you can manually add it here. Be sure to fill out as many details as possible, then click Create book at the bottom of the page.

If your print book is on Goodreads and you're still receiving this message, make sure you're entering either the 10-digit or the 13-digit ISBN number without hyphens. It needs to exactly match the ISBN number as listed in the book record.

If your Kindle ebook is listed on Goodreads and our system can't find your book, it's possible that there was an error when uploading it from Amazon, so it might need to be uploaded again. If you need help, please contact us.
Can I sponsor a giveaway without an Amazon account?

No. You'll need an Amazon account to list a giveaway on Goodreads, since this is how you'll pay for your giveaway. If you don't have an Amazon account, you can easily create an account and link it to your Goodreads account. You'll then be able to list a giveaway.
How do I link my Amazon account to Goodreads?

To easily connect your Amazon and Goodreads accounts, go here.
How do I see my billing history for giveaways I've run on Goodreads?

You should receive two emails for each giveaway transaction – one from Goodreads when you create and pay for your giveaway, and another one from Amazon Payments right after you pay. You can also view your billing history on Amazon Payments by following these steps:
1. Sign in to Amazon Payments
2. Select Your Account, then Overview
3. Select what you'd like to view next to Show Activity, and select the desired time frame
4. Click View
Do you offer bundled giveaway packages?

We don't offer bundle pricing for multiple giveaways.
How do I get a refund on a giveaway?

If your giveaway hasn't started, you can cancel your giveaway by clicking cancel/refund on your giveaway details page. We'll process your refund within two business days and send you an email confirmation once it's complete.

We do not offer refunds on giveaways that are already active on the site. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Will you be running giveaways for other ebooks in the future? I prefer to read on my Nook or Kobo.

We have no plans to add ebook giveaways in other formats at this time. We want ebook giveaways to be as easy and simple for the reader as our print giveaways are – you win the book, you get the book. Thanks to our close integration with Kindle, giveaway winners have the option to read ebooks on a wide variety of devices, including the free Kindle app on iPhones, iPads or Android phones and tablets. You can also read them on Kindle e-readers and Fire tablets.
I unlinked my Amazon account after i entered a giveaway for a Kindle ebook. What should I do?

If the giveaway is still running, you can relink your Amazon account to remain in the pool of entrants. Click here to easily connect your Goodreads and Amazon accounts. In case the giveaway has ended, please contact Goodreads support.
Why do I need an Amazon account to enter giveaways for Kindle ebooks?

Our ebook giveaways are available in Kindle format only. As Amazon distributes Kindle ebooks, you need an Amazon account to access the ebooks you win.
My ebook ended up on a family member's Kindle instead of mine. How did this happen?

This can happen if you share an Amazon account with someone and their Kindle is set as the primary device on the account. Don’t worry – as your book is stored in your Cloud, you can still download it to your Kindle:
1. On your Kindle, tap on My Library
2. Select All
3. Tap on the book cover to download your ebook
How do I read the Kindle ebooks I win using Kindle Cloud Reader?

The Kindle Cloud Reader can be accessed on any browser. Sign in with your Amazon account credentials and click on the book cover image to start reading.
How do I read the Kindle ebooks I win on my iOS device?

First, you'll need to download the free Kindle iOS app to your device. Then follow these steps:
1. Tap on the app icon and select Start Reading
2. Sign in to Amazon
3. Tap on the book cover to start reading
If the app is not your primary device, you'll first need to download the book on the Kindle iOS app:
1. Tap on Cloud at the bottom of the screen
2. Tap on the book cover to download
How do I read the Kindle ebooks I win on my Android device?

First, you'll need to download the free Kindle Android app to your device. Then follow these steps:
1. Tap on the app icon and select Start Reading
2. Sign in to Amazon
3. Tap on the book cover to start reading
If the app is not your primary device, you'll need to download the book first on the Kindle Android app:
1. Tap on the menu icon
2. Select On Device
3. Tap on the book cover to download
How do I read the Kindle ebooks I win on my Kindle?

Your ebook will be sent directly to your Amazon account. If your Kindle is set as your primary device, you'll find your book in My Library. Just tap on the cover image to start reading. If your Kindle is not your primary device, tap on My Library from your Kindle, select All, and then tap on the book cover to download your book from the Cloud.
How long will it take to receive my Kindle ebook?

If you're selected as a winner at the end of the giveaway, your Kindle ebook will be delivered to your Amazon account and you'll be notified by email. You can get started reading your ebook right away.
I don't have a Kindle e-Reader. How can I read Kindle eBooks that I win?

Not a problem! You can read Kindle ebooks you win using the free Kindle iOS app, the free Kindle Android app, or or in a web browser using the free Kindle Cloud Reader.
Can I edit my giveaway once it is approved?

It's important that you review and verify the accuracy of the information before you submit your giveaway for initial approval.

You cannot edit a giveaway after the start date. However, if your giveaway has been approved and has not yet started, you can edit it by clicking on Edit this giveaway from your giveaway page. It will be sent to our queue for re-approval by staff members. We approve giveaways within two to three days, and you'll receive a confirmation email once your giveaway has been reapproved. If you need assistance, please Contact us.
Can I list a giveaway for a book that's already been published?

While most books in the Giveaways program are new releases or haven't yet been released, authors and publishers have also found success in promoting books that were published in previous years. This can help keep the momentum going or reignite interest.
Can I list a giveaway for the same book multiple times?

Yes, you can list a giveaway for a certain title as many times as you like, as long as the giveaway dates don't overlap. One must end before the next starts.
Where will my giveaway be placed on the Giveaways page if I buy the Premium Package?

Your giveaway will be placed on the Featured tab on the Giveaways page. This tab is the default view for visitors. Placement on the Featured tab is randomized, which means it will shift in position throughout the course of the giveaway. Your giveaway will also be displayed on the other Giveaways tabs – Ending Soon, Most Requested, and Recently Listed – depending on reader interest and your giveaway start and end dates.
How many people will enter my giveaway?

The number of entries you receive depends on how many members are interested in winning a copy of your book. The average number of entries varies widely depending on factors such as the genre of the book and the popularity of the author.
How can my giveaway be featured on the Giveaways page?

By purchasing our Premium package, your giveaway gets exclusive placement on the giveaway home page, increasing its visibility and number of entries. You can read more about our different options for giveaways here.
I won a print book but haven’t received it. What do I do?

Goodreads is not involved in book shipment to winners, but if you don't receive the book within six weeks, we suggest that you contact the person who listed the giveaway – usually the author or a publisher. Here's how:
1. Click on the giveaway that you won. You can find your history here.
2. Click on the I have not received my copy button. This will generate an email to the host letting them know you haven't received your copy.
That's it! If you don’t hear back within a week or so, please contact us and we'll follow up.
Why is the book automatically added to my Want-To-Read list when I enter a giveaway?

It's important to authors and publishers that books they offer in giveaways go to people genuinely interested in reading their books. Adding the book to your Want-to-Read list is now automatic in the giveaway entry process so that you're more likely to remember the book when looking for your next great read.
Why are Kindle Giveaways currently for U.S. residents only?

We're working to support delivery of Kindle books to accounts outside the U.S. We'll share more details when we have them.
Do I have to pay to enter Goodreads Giveaways?

No. Giveaways are free to enter.
How do I enter giveaways?

To enter for a chance to win, simply follow these steps:

For print giveaways:
1. Navigate to the Giveaways page
2. Filter by Print Giveaways
3. Click on Enter Giveaway next to the giveaway you want to enter
4. Enter your mailing address, or click Select This Address to use an existing address
5. Agree to the giveaway entry terms and conditions and click on Enter Giveaway
For Kindle giveaways:
1. Link your Goodreads and Amazon accounts here, then go to the Giveaways page
2. Filter by Kindle Giveaways
3. Click on Enter Giveaway next to the giveaway you want to enter
4. Agree to the terms and conditions and click Enter Giveaway
Please keep in mind that print giveaways are only open to U.S. and Canadian residents, and Kindle giveaways are only open to U.S. residents at this time.
I live outside the U.S. or Canada. How can I get free books to read now that I can’t enter Giveaways?

Currently, Kindle giveaways are only available to U.S. residents, and print giveaway created are only available to U.S. and Canadian residents.

Kindle Unlimited provides a 30-day free trial that will allow you to download and read books for free. Members from the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, India, China, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, and Canada are eligible to try this out as an option.
Why isn't Goodreads offering free giveaways anymore?

We're now offering two different packages for authors and publishers to put their books in front of our community of millions of readers. We’ve added additional marketing features to our new program that authors and publishers have been asking for. That said, the cost reflects the marketing value we're providing to help authors and publishers drive awareness of their books.

You can read more about our package options here.
Why isn't my book’s cover image appearing on my giveaway page?

If your book's cover image is missing on your giveaway page, you'll need to upload the cover image to the specific book edition listed in the giveaway.

To do this, go to your book page and click on Edit Details, then upload the book cover on the right-hand side of the edit page where you'll see the image missing. Click on Choose File, select the .jpg image to upload and click on Upload Photo to save these changes.

Once your cover is uploaded to the record, it will appear on your giveaway page.

Please be aware that we don't allow cover images to be removed from book records. If your cover is not finalized yet, you might consider creating a cover that makes it clear that this is a placeholder version. Please read this topic in our Librarian Manual about placeholder cover images.
Which books can I offer through the Giveaways Program?

While many giveaways are for newly released titles, you can also sponsor giveaways for previously published books. In addition, you must meet the following requirements:
1. You're an author, publisher, or official representative that can sponsor print book giveaways. Kindle Direct Publishing authors and publishers with eBooks available in the Amazon U.S. marketplace can sponsor giveaways for Kindle eBooks.
2. You don't have a giveaway for the same edition of the book running at present. You can run giveaways for the same book as many times as you like, as long as the dates don't overlap.
3. The book has a page on Goodreads with the ISBN or ASIN included in the book details. If you try to list a giveaway with an ISBN or ASIN that isn't already on Goodreads, you'll receive an error message. If your book isn't listed on Goodreads, you can add it here – just be sure to include the ISBN or ASIN. If your book is already on Goodreads but doesn't have an ISBN or ASIN on the book page, please contact the Librarians Group for help. Alternatively, feel free to contact us.
Will running a giveaway count towards my Kindle sales?

Unfortunately not. As Goodreads delivers the Kindle ebooks to the winners of your Kindle Giveaway as part of the giveaway program, it is not considered a sale on Amazon.
Who can enter giveaways?

At the moment, giveaways for print books are eligible for entry by Goodreads members who are U.S. residents and/or Canadian residents. Giveaway sponsors can choose to offer print giveaways to U.S residents, Canadian residents, or both.

Giveaways for Kindle eBooks are eligible for entry by Goodreads members that are U.S. residents.

Giveaways created before January 9, 2018 that are open to non-U.S. residents will continue to run on Goodreads and non-U.S. residents are still eligible to enter giveaways open to their country of residence.
Can I list a print book giveaway open to specific regional areas – not by country?

Unfortunately, not. The two targeting options we have available are:
1. U.S. residents; and/or
2. Canadian residents.
I recently listed a print book giveaway. Can I update it to include Canada?

You can edit any giveaway that has not yet gone live – this includes updating it be open to entry by Canadian residents!

You can edit your giveaway by clicking on Edit this Giveaway from your giveaway page. Once completed, your edited giveaway will be sent to our queue for re-approval by Goodreads staff. We approve giveaways within 2 to 3 days and you'll receive a confirmation email once your giveaway is re-approved.

If you need any more help with this, please contact us.
Can I customize which Buy Links show in my Premium Giveaway custom message?

Unfortunately, not. We'll provide Buy Links to any retailer where we can find your book (Barnes & Noble, Walmart eBooks, Amazon, etc.).
Who does the custom message for Premium Giveaways come from? can I change the email subject?

The email will be sent by Goodreads and the title is not customizable. It will read "More About [TITLE]."
How do I provide the custom message for my Premium Giveaway?

You'll enter the message at the time you create your giveaway. The field is included along with all the other details you enter.
When will the custom message for Premium Giveaways be sent?

We send the emails immediately after the giveaway ends. It's not possible to change when the custom message is emailed.
How long can my custom message for Premium Giveaways be?

Your message can be up to 1,000 characters, with no HTML or links allowed. We disallow HTML in giveaway descriptions to improve the success of giveaways. We've found that users are much more likely to enter giveaways when the description is focused on the giveaway itself, rather than filled with flashy images, text and links to other sites. We highly recommend that you include a brief description of the book too, so you can stimulate interest in as many readers as possible.
Can I opt out of custom messages from sponsors?

You can always opt out of emails you receive from Goodreads, including the custom message from Premium package giveaway sponsors. Simply navigate to the Emails tab of your Account Settings and uncheck the Send me updates about giveaways I've entered box. Be sure to click on Save email settings at the bottom of the page to submit any changes.
Why does Goodreads send custom messages on behalf of Premium Giveaway sponsors?

Sponsors who purchase a Premium package giveaway have the opportunity to customize a message to members who didn't win their giveaway, and can use this feature to connect with members and offer free or discounted copies of their book. Sponsors are not given the email addresses of entrants to their giveaways; Goodreads sends this message on the sponsor's behalf.

If you no longer wish to receive these messages, simply navigate to the Emails tab of your Account Settings and uncheck the Send me updates about giveaways I've entered box. Be sure to click on Save email settings at the bottom of the page to submit any changes.
How do I move an ASIN or ISBN to the most recent edition?

* Please note that, aside from Goodreads Librarians, only authors who have claimed their author profile can make these changes, and only to books on their account.
1. Navigate to the book page of the older edition that currently displays the ISBN/ASIN and click edit details.
2. Click on the Add a Librarian Note link and add a comment explaining that you're moving the ISBN/ASIN to the latest edition (preferably with a link to the other edition, though this isn't required).
3. Take note of the ISBN/ASIN, then remove the ISBN/ASIN from that field (we recommend copy/pasting it to a temporary document).
4. Click on Save Changes to update the ISBN/ASIN field.
5. Then, navigate to the book page of the most recent edition and click edit details. Add the ISBN/ASIN, and click on Save Changes.
I just listed a giveaway and don't see new Want-to-Read shelvings. Where are they all?

You can check how many users have added a book to their Want-to-Read shelf by clicking on Rating Details near the top of the book page in question. The total number of to-reads will appear in the All editions row.

To explain further, entrants are required to add your book to their Want-to-Read list when they enter the giveaway. Please note though, that our developers have fine-tuned the way reviews, ratings, and to-read shelf additions are displayed to simplify the Community Reviews section of the book page and improve site performance. Unless you have fewer than 30 ratings and reviews, you won't see to-reads listed individually under the Community Reviews header – just ratings and reviews. This is because ratings and reviews take precedence over to-read listings as they hold more weight when it comes to a reader who is exploring whether to read the book or not.
Do I have to pay for the giveaway and the ebooks I'm giving away?

No. Kindle Direct Publishing authors and publishers with ebooks available in the United States can run giveaways for up to 100 copies of Kindle ebooks. Whether you choose to give away 1 ebook or 100, it will always cost $119. We automatically deliver the ebooks to winners at no additional cost, meaning you are not responsible for paying for each copy of the ebook. And the more books you give away, the more reviews you're likely to receive, which will help create buzz around your book!
If a winner reviews my book on Amazon, will it display as a Verified Purchase?

Yes, if a member chooses to review your ebook on Amazon, it will display as a Verified Purchase. This also means these winners have ability to provide an early review of your book on Amazon before it is published.
Are Goodreads Giveaway winners required to write reviews?

We don't require Goodreads Giveaway winners to post reviews. However, we do make clear to Goodreads Giveaway entrants that reviews are highly appreciated by sponsors, and we send a follow-up email to winners encouraging them to review the books they win.
My email address isn't verified so I can't create a giveaway. How do I verify my email address?

To verify your email address, click on your profile picture and select Account Settings. Then navigate to your Settings tab. If your email address isn't verified, you'll see a red message next to it – click re-send verification email and follow the instructions in the email you receive.
How do I change my address on a giveaway I've entered?

To change the address you have listed for a giveaway, simply go to the giveaway page and click edit entry info. There you will have the option of selecting an address you've previously used or entering a new address.

Ebooks

What is Preview? Where is it available?

You'll find the Open Preview button on the page of any book that has a Kindle edition. Click on the Open Preview button and a sample of the book will open up inside Goodreads, using the Kindle Cloud Reader. This is available for members in the US only.
Why can't I see Preview on a certain book?

The Preview button will only appear for books that have an associated Kindle edition and an available sample. Try looking at the Kindle edition to see if the button appears. Here's how:
1. Navigate to the book's page.
2. To the right of the Want to Read button, you should see a small link that says more details. Click that to open up the editions pane.
3. You should now see other editions of the book. Click on All Editions.
4. You're now on the Editions page. Find the Kindle edition and click on the title to view the Kindle edition's page.
You should now see the Kindle edition of the book. If a sample is available, the Open Preview button will appear on this page. Simply click that to check out the book. If a sample isn't available, no button will appear.
How do I read books on Goodreads?

We are primarily a book review and recommendations site. However, many books on the site do have samples available in our Preview feature. The Preview button will show up on any book that has a Kindle edition. Simply click the button to read a sample of the book.

We also have a small selection of readable ebooks. If a book is readable, you'll see a green Read Book button below the cover image. Just click on that to start reading!

You can find a list of all the free readable ebooks on Goodreads here.
Why is the Preview button appearing on non-Kindle editions?

The Preview button will appear on all books that have an associated Kindle edition. Some hardcover or paperback books may be associated with a Kindle book in our database, which means that we're reasonably confident the text of the book is the same. In those cases, we show the Open Preview button on the physical edition of the book for your convenience.

However, there are still cases where only the Kindle edition of a particular book will have the Open Preview button available on the book page. If you're really interested in previewing a particular book, we would suggest always checking the Kindle edition's page before concluding that there isn't a sample for that book available. Here's how.
Why can't I buy ePub/PDF files on Goodreads anymore?

We’re no longer supporting the purchase of EPUB/PDF files of books on Goodreads. Members can download their previously purchased EPUB/PDF files by visiting the Purchases tab in their Account Settings. You can continue to acquire books from retailers and libraries via the links on book pages on Goodreads.
How do I download the EPUB/PDF file for a book I already purchased?

You can access EPUB/PDF files of books you’ve purchased by visiting the Purchases tab in your Account Settings. Just click on download next to the file you’d like to download.
Why can’t I add new EPUB/PDF files of books to my book page anymore?

We're no longer supporting the addition of new EPUB/PDF files of books to Goodreads, or the sale of EPUB/PDF files on Goodreads. Our product teams review which features our members interact with the most so we can ensure we're dedicating resources to the right areas. Although we have no immediate plans to remove EPUB/PDF files entirely, we recommend exploring other features to promote your books on the site. Some options include giveaways, Ask the Author, and connecting your blog.

Privacy

How do I edit my privacy settings?

You can edit your privacy settings, including the visibility of your profile, name, and location, on the Settings tab and Profile tab of your Account settings. You'll find controls for what information we publish to your linked social networks by navigating to the Apps tab.

You can also edit your privacy settings on the mobile site by navigating to your Account settings by clicking on your profile picture in the header. You can then click on Privacy. Once you've made changes to your privacy settings, select Done to save your changes.
How do I set my profile to private?

You can find your privacy settings on Goodreads by clicking on your profile picture and selecting Account settings from the drop-down menu. On the Settings tab beneath Who Can View My Profile, you can select between anyone (including search engines), Goodreads members, and just my friends. If your profile is private, only your friends can see your profile. This includes your profile data, bookshelves, profile comments, and your friend list. However, your first name and image thumbnail will still be visible in some areas of site. Your book reviews will also still be available on each book page. Please note that author profiles cannot be made private.
I Find a List of My Books When I Search for My Name in Search Engines. How Can I Prevent That?

Although Goodreads offers a private profile option, all book reviews are public and viewable on the book page. This means reviews are also indexed by search engines. However, you can change your profile details to ensure that your reviews don’t appear from a search of your name on search engines.

To do so on the desktop site, click on your profile picture in the header, click on Account settings and then navigate to the Profile tab. From here you can edit your name or make your last name visible to friends only. Then click on Save Profile Settings at the bottom of the page. You can also simply leave your last name blank, as this isn’t a required field.

You can also do this on the mobile site by clicking on your profile picture in the header, navigating to Account settings and clicking on Privacy. Click on Edit next to Last Name, select the Friends Only option to make your last name visible to friends only, and then click Done once you’ve made your changes.
How do I make my location private?

Here's how to make your location private on the desktop site:
1. Click on your profile picture and select Account Settings from the dropdown menu
2. Navigate to the Profile tab
3. Next to Location Viewable By, click on either Friends Only or No One depending on your preference
4. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Save Account Settings
You can also make your location private on the mobile site by clicking on your profile picture in the header, navigating to Account settings and clicking on Privacy. From here you can click on Edit next to Profile, then select Friends Only from the options, and click on Done to save your changes.
How do I prevent my review from appearing on third party sites?

Reviews can be displayed on our partner sites only if you have that option turned on in your privacy settings. Here’s how you can easily opt out of this on the desktop site:
1. Click on your profile picture and select Account settings
2. Navigate to the Settings tab
3. Uncheck the box next to allow partners of Goodreads to display my reviews
4. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Save account settings
To opt out on the mobile site, click on your profile picture in the header, navigate to Account settings from the dropdown menu, and click on Privacy. Scroll down to My Reviews and turn the option off by moving the slider from green to gray next to Partners of Goodreads can display my reviews.

Author Program

What is the Goodreads Author Program?

The Goodreads Author Program is designed for published authors to have a presence on Goodreads. Goodreads Authors can connect with fans, list giveaways, add excerpts of their writing, post upcoming events, and add photos and videos of themselves.

In order to join our Author Program, you must have your books listed on Goodreads. If you can't find them by a title or ISBN search, you can manually add your books to Goodreads here.

Please note that you’ll be required to have an account which is at least 1 day old and a verified email address. If you've just joined the site, please contact us at support (at) goodreads (dot) com – we'd be happy to help!
How do I join the Author Program?

Signing up for the Author Program is easy – here's how:
1. If you are already a Goodreads member, make sure you are signed into the desktop site. If not, sign up for an account
2. Search for your pen name and click on your published author name. The author name is listed below the title of your book in the search results. If you do not find your book in our database of published works, please see our section on who can join.
3. Clicking on your name takes you to your basic author page, which will have your name at the top. This page is part of our database of books and authors and is separate from your member profile page, which lists your bookshelves and friends.
4. Scroll down to the bottom of the page. Click Is this you? Let us know to send a request to join the Author Program.
Please give us a few business days to process your request. You will receive email confirmation when we successfully upgrade your user account to an author account.

Joining the program merges your author page with your member page. The email will also contain further instructions for managing your author profile.
Find more advice and tips for authors on the Authors & Advertisers Blog.
Who is eligible to join the Author Program?

The Author Program is designed for people with published books, or who are in the process of publishing a book. It's best if your work is for sale or pre-order on a bookseller's website, such as Amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com. However, we will accept any author who has published a book. This includes international authors, as well as self-published authors.

If your book is not yet in the Goodreads database, you may manually add it here. If you need assistance adding your book, please post your request in the Goodreads Librarians group, where our army of volunteer librarians will be happy to help.

If you need help joining the Author Program, visit our help topic.
As a Goodreads Author, how do I hide my birthday?

If you have a Goodreads Author profile, you have to set your birthday to blank in both your author profile settings and your member Account Settings.

You can edit your author profile information by clicking on edit author profile next to your author name. Clear your birthday and click on save at the bottom of the page.

To edit your user settings on the desktop site, click on your profile picture and select Account Settings. Navigate through your settings page, and click on edit my user profile above your picture. On your Profile tab, set your birthdate to blank, then click on Save profile settings at the bottom of the page. On mobile, navigate to your settings from the hamburger menu and select Profile. Scroll down to Birthday to clear your dates, then tap Save to update your changes.

For more advice and tips for authors, read our Authors & Advertisers Blog.
I have multiple pen names. Can I claim them all on Goodreads?

Unfortunately, we are not currently set up to accommodate multiple pen names – each member profile can only be attached to one author profile at a time.

However, we can add one common name of your choosing to each book published under each of your other pen names. This would automatically bring together all of your titles on your author page. If you'd like to do this, please contact Support with your chosen name and request.

Alternatively, you can create a separate user profile for your pen name by signing up for a new account using a different email address, and we can simply keep the two profiles separate while you maintain full access to both of them. To sign up for a new account, log out of your current account, click Goodreads Home, and choose the sign up option on the header.
Ask the Author: Who can use Ask the Author?

Ask the Author is open to all members of the Goodreads Author program. If you are already a Goodreads Author, visit your author dashboard to turn on the feature. You can turn on the feature for a limited time or you can leave it on for longer. We recommend that you only keep it on if you are open and available for answering questions. Otherwise, you should turn the feature off when you are going to be focused on other activities. You can learn more about this here.
Ask the Author: What is Ask the Author?

Ask the Author, which is part of Goodreads Q&A, is a fun, easy way to interact with your readers that allows you to answer questions from Goodreads members right from your author dashboard. The questions you choose to answer will appear on all your followers' newsfeeds and the reader who asked the question will be notified on Goodreads and via email. Some of your most recent answers will live on your profile page, and readers can also view a page of all the questions you’ve answered in the past. It’s a great way to create an ongoing, living archive of interesting interactions with your fans that everyone can enjoy.

Here are some of the authors taking questions on Goodreads right now!
Ask the Author: How do I turn off Ask the Author?

You can opt out of answering questions by going to your Author Dashboard and changing the toggle in the Ask the Author section from On to Off. This will immediately stop the flow of new questions. Any questions already on your Author Dashboard will remain for you to answer, should you choose to do so. If you choose to accept new questions at a future date, simply go to your Author Dashboard and enable the feature again.
Ask the Author: How do I enable Ask the Author?

Go to your Author Dashboard and change the toggle in the Ask the Author section from Off to On. This will activate the Ask the Author section on your author profile, allowing readers to ask you questions. It’s a good idea to add a personal message letting fans know when or for how long you will be available.
How do I add a video to my author profile?

You can add a video to an author profile as long as it's hosted on YouTube.com or Livestream.com.

To upload a video, follow the steps below.
1. Navigate to the page of the video you'd like to add
2. Copy the video URL from your browser
3. On Goodreads, navigate to the author profile that relates to your video
4. On the left side, you'll see a Videos section. Click add new on the right side of that header
5. Paste the code into the video URL box.
6. Enter any extra information and save
Two different editions of my book are showing up separately. What can I do?

As a Goodreads author, you can combine different editions of your work directly. This ensures all the ratings and reviews show up across all editions.

Just make sure you're combining editions of the same work, and not all your books! For example, combine the paperback and ebook edition, but don't combine Book 1, Book 2, and Book 3 in a series into one work.

If you make a mistake, you'll need to contact a Goodreads Librarian to help you out.
Ask the Author: How can I answer questions from fans?

When a reader submits a question, you will receive an email notification. To answer, go to your Author Dashboard, find the question, and click Answer. A text box will open in which you can write your answer. When you’re satisfied with your answer, click Answer.

Each answer posts to your fans’ and followers’ newsfeeds for them to see, like, and comment on.
How do I set the default edition for a work?

Here's how to set the default edition for a work:
1. Navigate to the book's page. Be sure you have selected the edition you wish to become the default, or primary edition.
2. Click edit details below the book's description.
3. On the right side of the page, click Set this book as the primary edition for this work. It's about midway down the page.
Only Goodreads Authors can set the default edition at this time.
How do I add a book that's already on Goodreads to the list of works on my author profile?

For a book to show up on your author profile, the name on the book must match your profile exactly. So, a book listed with author John C. Smith won't show up on John Smith's profile.

If you are one of several authors with the same name, you may have one or more extra spaces between your first and last name. They are only visible on edit pages, but any books imported to the database will need to be edited to add the additional spaces.

Post in the Goodreads Librarians Group and a librarian will edit your book to match your profile.
What's the difference between an author profile and a regular profile?

Every member of Goodreads has a regular user profile that allows them to review books, add friends, and post information about themselves, including listing their favorite books and authors and their interests. Users can also upload photos, organize their books into custom shelves, and post quotes they like. When an author signs up for Goodreads, he or she begins with this basic user profile.

Any author with a book listed in the Goodreads catalog has an author profile that lists all of the author's published work, whether they're a member of Goodreads or not. When an author joins the Author Program, we merge his or her user profile with their author profile. Becoming a Goodreads Author carries special privileges, such as the ability to edit profile information, add book cover images, post events, write a blog, upload videos, and use Ask the Author.

Once you've signed up for the Author Program, nothing changes about your login process – you'll still use the same username and password – but now your user profile will point to your author profile.

To view your Author Profile, click on your profile picture in the upper right-hand corner of your homepage. To edit that profile, you have two choices:

Click on the edit profile link, which appears under the dropdown menu next to your profile pic in the header.

OR

Simply click on your name under any of your books. This will take you to your profile. To edit it from there, click the edit data link that appears just above your about this author section on your profile.
I'm a Goodreads Author and I just received a negative review. What do I do?

We believe it's crucial that our members are able to post honest reviews, whether positive or negative. Low star ratings or reviews such as "I didn't like the stories/characters/etc." are fine; but reviews that say "Don't read this book because the author is a jerk" or something similar may receive a lower priority in our internal ranking system—and may not appear on the community-wide book page. If you find questionable content on Goodreads that might violate our Community Guidelines, please flag the item to our attention or send us a link to it, and we'll be happy to take a look into it. To flag a review from the book page on the desktop site, hover over the review in question, and click on the flag icon at the bottom of the review.

Please flag reviews rather than responding directly to them. Should you respond to a negative review in a manner that is harassing, intimidating, or otherwise insulting to the reviewer, your account may come under review for deletion.
What happens to my user profile and activity when I become a Goodreads Author?

When you join the Goodreads Author Program, your user profile is merged into your author profile. You won't lose any of your user activity (like your friends or your reviews), but it will then be attached to your author profile on the right-hand side.

After this, you'll have to click edit my user profile
on the author profile page itself when making changes to your user details.

Recommendations

How can I improve my recommendations?

Here's how to improve your recommendations on Goodreads:
1. Rate more books. The more you rate, the better the results!
2. Update your favorite genres.
3. Categorize your books by creating shelves such as "science fiction" or "history". We recommend based on each shelf you create!
4. Click Not interested for recommendations that you don't like. We'll be less likely to show you similar books in the future.
How do I add a book to my Read shelf from the Recommendations page?

You can add a book to your Read shelf just by rating the book. Hover over the stars underneath Want to Read and click when the desired number of stars is highlighted. This will automatically save your rating and add the book to your Read shelf.
How Do I Switch to List View on the Recommendations Page?

On the Recommendations page, you can actually choose to view by covers (with cover images) or list (with titles and author names).

Here's how to switch over to list view:
1. Navigate to the main recommendations page
2. Just below the instructions on how to improve your recommendations at the top of the page, click View: list
How can I close a community recommendation request?

Here’s how to close a community recommendation request on Goodreads:
1. Navigate to the Recommendations page
2. Click on Recommendations from Users under the More Actions header
3. Scroll down to My Requests
4. Directly below your relevant request, simply click the gray Close link

Advertisers

What is Goodreads self-serve advertising?

The Goodreads self-serve advertising product is an affordable and practical way to reach the broader Goodreads community. The product runs on a cost-per-click (CPC) model, where you determine how much to invest in the overall campaign and sets a bid per click.

Ads consist of a small image, a title, a description, and a destination URL, which you can set up directly via the advertising dashboard on Goodreads. You can create an unlimited number of ads within a campaign at no extra charge.
Where do the ads appear on the site?

Goodreads ads appear on all book discovery pages, including the homepage, search page, and when members browse books. You can find them on the page under sponsored links or sponsored books. Goodreads reserves the right to change the placements of the ads to provide the best possible service.
How much does it cost to run a self-serve advertising campaign on Goodreads?

You can start a self-serve ad campaign for as little as $10.00, though we recommend you invest between $50.00 and $150.00 in your initial campaign. The self-serve advertising works on a cost-per-click (CPC) platform, which only deducts funds when someone clicks on one of your ads. This means you pay the full amount for your campaign upfront, and funds are only deducted if someone clicks on your ad. You can set the price for the clicks, and indicate how much you're willing to have deducted on a daily basis.
What kind of targeting is available for these ads?

Besides gender and country, Goodreads ads can be targeted to a set list of genres or authors. Ads will only be shown to members who have rated a book 3 or more stars for those genres/authors. Gender and country targeting are also available.
What does a successful self-serve advertising campaign look like?

A successful self-serve advertising campaign typically runs for 3 months, or until funds invested by the advertiser run out.

A strong campaign has several ads running, each with a slightly different variable: different targeting, different headline, description, image, or destination URL. The best campaigns start with several ads, and the ads target either fans of various relevant genres, or fans of relevant authors.

The title and the description catch the eye and make member want to click on the ad to learn more about the book, so it’s really important to make sure those two aspects of the ad are carefully considered.
When will my ads get approved?

Our team reviews and approves each individual ad application on a daily basis.
How does Goodreads determine which ads to show on the site?

We use an algorithm to determine which ads are shown on the site. A major factor in this algorithm is initial click-through rate, which is the click-through rate for the ad in its first few thousand impressions for the day. The ads that generate more clicks in those first few thousand impressions are shown more frequently throughout the day, while those that don't generate as many early clicks are given a lower priority. This is how we make sure that the most relevant ads are shown most frequently.

However, each ad gets a fresh chance each day, as its performance the day before has no effect on its placement the next day. Most of the time, when an ad experiences a low in impressions, the ad will rebound the next day.
How does an ad show the number of ratings and reviews for my book?

Once your ad has been linked to your author profile, engagement stats will be enabled. The information will be sent to you via daily email reports if that option is enabled on the campaign.
I made a change to the copy in my ad. Why isn't it showing?

Every time you change the copy or creative for your ad, the Goodreads staff reviews it again to ensure that it still complies with our Terms and Conditions. Ads are reviewed and approved daily.
Can I edit my ads once they start running?

You can edit the details of your ad budget or your ad creative at any time. Please note that when you make edits to your ad creative, those changes will need to be reviewed and approved by the Goodreads team. The team reviews ads daily, in order to ensure they comply with our Terms and Conditions.
My ad has no clicks, do you have any suggestions?

Here are some suggestions to use if your ad has been running for a while, but has not received any clicks.

Target as many readers as possible. You don't want to show your ad to everyone, but you need a large enough audience to generate interest.

Use gender and age targeting sparingly. Ads with gender and age targeting will not be shown to members who don't share their gender and age with us. We suggest that you only use age targeting only to make your ad adults-only.
Create multiple ads within the same campaign. This allows you to test different ads to different audiences to see which resonate best.
Create a specific call to action. Tell viewers of your ad exactly what you want them to do next, whether it's "Add to your shelf!" or "Read an excerpt!" Please note that "Buy my book!" does not work very well as a call to action.

Direct members to your Goodreads book page. Goodreads members are more likely to click on an ad when it redirects them to a familiar page within the site.

Enable engagement stats. Engagements stats share the number of reviews, an excerpt, or a link to a giveaway if there is one running concurrently. These stats are only available if you direct members to your Goodreads book page.

Review your ad performance weekly. At the end of each week, take a look at how your ads performed taking into account the click-through-rate ("CTR", which is the average number of clicks per ad viewing). The average CTR on Goodreads is 0.05%.

Edit often. If ads aren’t performing as expected, change them! This also prevents what's known as "ad fatigue" for viewers who may see your ad multiple times.

Pause an ad when it's not working. Pausing an ad will disable it from running and potentially using funding. Unfortunately we cannot delete ads or campaigns.

Set campaigns to end automatically. When funds run out, we will alert you that it’s time to review your overall campaign and possibly run another one.

If you have any questions, please contact us.
Do the clicks on ads update in real time or do they take a while to show up?

Clicks update every 15 minutes.
What do I do if I haven't received my daily reports

Please email us at support@goodreads.com so that we can look into this, and please be sure to let us know the date you last received the daily report email.

While we research this, you can still see a breakdown of your stats. Here's how:
- Scroll down to the bottom of your campaign page
- Click on the graph with each ad link
- On the resulting page, select the specific month from drop-down menu
- Select the stats you would like to see in the show section
- Next, scroll down to the bottom, and click on the small Click here for breakdown link
If no one clicks on my ad, and it ends, will I get my money back?

Absolutely! If your ad campaign ends without a single click, we'll be happy to refund the remaining funds at any time. Simply email support@goodreads.com with the details and one of our Experts will gladly assist you.
What can I do to improve my ad campaign?

Adding targeting to only allow certain demographics to see your ad can really benefit ads. Below are a few examples of ad targeting that could potentially help you have a successful ad campaign.
- Create one ad targeting only 4-5 genres.
- Create one ad targeting only fans of authors with average 25,000 ratings or more.
- Create one ad targeting only fans of one specific author.
- Create one ad targeting only women or one targeting only men.
- Create an ad in tandem with a giveaway. Please make sure the giveaway is live before doing this.
- Create multiple ads within the same campaign. The platform allows you to create unlimited number of ads within a campaign. Your funds are only deducted when someone clicks on an ad and, by having a few different ads running at the same time, you'll find out which ones are the most popular.
- Create an ad that includes engagement stats. These are stats that indicate how many readers have added your book to their shelves.
- Create multiple ads within the same campaign.
Can I create multiple ads within the same campaign? If yes, would it affect my funds?

You can create as many ads within the same campaign as you like without it affecting your overall funding. You will only be charged when someone clicks on your ad.
How do I hide an ad running within a campaign?

Here's how to hide an ad running within a campaign:
1. Go to your Ad's Dashboard and open the campaign's page
2. Under the Ads in This Campaign section, find the book in question
3. On the bottom left side of the book section, click on Pause ad
4. Once paused, the Hide ad option will appear under Paused ad
How do I pause an ad running within a campaign?

Here's how to pause an ad running within a campaign on Goodreads:
1. Go to your ad's dashboard and open the campaign's page
2. Under the Ads in This Campaign section, find the book in question
3. On the bottom left side of the Ads in This Campaign section of the ad, click on Pause ad
What is the difference between books added and to-read?

Books added means that a user adds the book to any of their shelves - not just their to-read shelf. This could include the custom shelves that many of our users create, whereas to-read only takes into account users who specifically added a book to this specific shelf. We include both of these numbers to give you a broader idea of how your book is being shelved by users during the campaign.
How can I create an ad campaign?

Please follow these steps to create a new campaign:
1. Visit your Advertising Dashboard
2. Click on create a new ad on the right-hand side of the screen
3. On the resulting page, click on the dropdown to the right of the Campaign field and choose start a new one
4. Enter the new campaign details, and scroll down to save
5. Follow the prompts to complete all of the required details
What is cost-per-click?

Cost-per-click (CPC) indicates the price you pay for each click in your pay-per-click (PPC) marketing campaigns. This is the amount you're charged each time a user clicks on your ad. The cost per click that you set will always be less than, or equal to, your maximum bid (maximum amount invested in the campaign).

A click on one of your campaigns represents a visit to its page. Every click indicates that a person is engaging with your ad. This engagement is what you're paying for in the campaign.
My ad won't load despite the ISBN input. The wheel just keeps spinning. What can I do?

It might help to try a different browser, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Sometimes the browser isn't compatible with the page format, and using a different one generally does the trick. We'd also suggest disabling pop-up blocking and ad-blocking plugins, as they might be the reason why your ad doesn't load. If the problem persists you could try clearing your cache and cookies and refreshing your browser. If that doesn't work, email us at support@goodreads.com and we'll look into the issue more closely.
Why was my ad rejected?

Your ad may get rejected for not following our advertising guidelines, which includes, but is not limited to:
1. The title or description is incomplete or cuts off mid-sentence
2. The ad is missing an image or if the image
3. The display URL is different from the destination URL
You can make edits directly to your ad and resubmit the ad for approval.
What if I want banner advertising or a sponsored email?

Contact us to learn more about our premium advertising packages, which start at $5,000.

Advertising

What size image is allowed for self-serve ads?

If you're not using the book's cover image, or advertising a book, we recommend adding a small image (50px x 66px) to accompany your ad and visually explain your book or product. If you have any questions about this, please contact us at support@goodreads.com.
What are sponsored posts on Goodreads?

Sponsored posts are paid advertisements. Advertising helps us to maintain Goodreads and continue to improve the site. Authors and publishers want to promote their books on our site because they know that the most discerning and influential readers use Goodreads. We also display non-book ads.

We have three guiding principles for sponsored posts:

Transparent – We will always clearly identify the post as sponsored.

Relevant – Sponsored posts will be relevant to you.

Consistent – Sponsored posts should feel like a natural part of the Goodreads design and not detract from the overall experience.

If you'd prefer to hide sponsored book posts, you can do so by clicking on the arrow in the right corner of the post and selecting I'm not interested in this book. We'll remember your preferences, and you won't see that book promoted again.

We don't currently offer this option for non-book sponsored posts. However, if you don't want to see a particular ad while browsing on Goodreads, you can clear your cache and a new ad will display, though it is possible you’ll see the same ad during a future session on Goodreads.

If you have feedback on the sponsored posts you see, or any aspect of their presentation, please contact us.

Android

Can I read books on Goodreads?

No, you can't. If you're looking for a great reading experience that offers thousands of free ebooks, we recommend the Kindle app, available for free from the Google Play store for Android users or from the App Store for iOS:

If you’re looking for to discover a great book, discuss your favorite books, or get in touch with your favorite author, Goodreads is the place to be!

Also, if you're in the United States, Canada, Australia, India or the United Kingdom, you can Preview
most books within the app to help decide on the right one for you. To see if a book has a preview available, just look for the preview button on the book page:
How can I see more details about a book I just scanned on the Android app?

You can see more information about a book you've scanned by tapping on the book cover that appears right after the scan registers. This will close the scanner and open a page containing reviews and other information about the book.

Alternatively, you can scan all your books, tap on the History tab, and then tap on a book of your choice from the list.
Why is the Android app missing features available on the desktop site and iOS app?

We're always working on adding features to the Android app in order to can provide the best experience for our members. While we don't have dates to share for any specific updates at the moment, in the meantime you can visit the desktop or mobile sites to use features currently missing from the app.
How can I clear the list of scanned books in the Android app?

To clear the list of scanned books in the Android app:
1. Select Scan books from the main menu
2. If it does not open to the list of scanned books, tap on the History tab
3. Tap on the overflow icon (three vertical dots)
4. Tap on Clear Scan History
Why does the Android app tell me to "Please sign in or sign up" after I try to sign in?

This normally happens when the time on your Android device is incorrect, which is most often due to your time zone setting (PDT, EST, etc.) being incorrect. Goodreads turns down important requests when your clock is too far off as part of protecting your account

For example, let's say you're in California and it's 3:00 PM. Your Android time reads 3:00 PM, but the time zone is set to "Eastern Daylight Time". Since it's 6:00 PM on the East Coast, your clock is actually three hours behind.

Here's how to fix the time:
1. From the Android home screen, press on Android's menu button
2. Choose Settings
3. Choose Date & Time, which is usually near the bottom of the list
4. Ensure that the date, time zone, and time are all correct
Can I sign into the Android app with Facebook?

Yes, you can now sign into the Android app with Facebook! Just tap the Continue with Facebook icon on the login page.
What are tags? Why are they only on the Android app?

In My Books on the Android app, exclusive shelves appear at the top with the three default shelves (Want to Read, Currently Reading, Read), but all other shelves appear as tags underneath. Once you tap in, everything works exactly the same – you can view and sort the books under a specific tag just as you can view and sort books on a shelf.

We're excited to experiment with this naming change because we think it might better communicate how the Goodreads system works: a book can only be on one of your shelves at a time (just like in the real world), but it can have many tags.

We're only trying out the "tags" language in the Android app for now. When you use the Goodreads website, you'll still see the current "exclusive" and "non-exclusive shelves" language.

We'd love to hear your feedback on tags – please contact us if you'd like to share.
Where are my shelves on the Android app?

Go to My Books to see all of your shelves/tags. On the Android app, your exclusive shelves are at the top, and your non-exclusive shelves are in the tags section.
I can't log in on the Android app

We're sorry you're having trouble with this! If you have multiple email addresses on your account, it can help to make sure that you are using your primary email address to log in. Unfortunately, it's not currently possible to log in to the Android app using a secondary email address, though we hope to add this functionality in the future.

If you can't remember your primary email and password, you can click this link to reset it. If you continue to have trouble logging in, please contact us so we can help.
How do I use the app in English instead of in my device language?

The app uses the preferred language on your device by default to set the language for navigation links, buttons, labels, and updates throughout the app. If you want to use the app in English while using a different preferred language, select Settings & Support from the navigation drawer and then select App interface language. From here you can pick your preferred language from the drop-down.
How do I become a Beta tester for the Android App?

Beta testers get Android app updates before everyone else! Please note that this means your app version may be less stable. If you want to join the beta program, visit the Google Play page for our Android app and scroll down until you see Become a beta tester and tap on Join now.
I found a bug in the Android app. What should I do?

First, take a screenshot of the error or bug. Please email that screenshot to support (at) goodreads (dot) com with a brief description of the error. Any additional details you can provide will be extremely helpful.

If the app unexpectedly closed/crashed, please send us your crash logs as well, as these are very helpful when diagnosing the problem.
What effect do parental controls have on the Goodreads iOS and Android apps?

The Goodreads iOS and Android apps are inaccessible when parental controls are on.
How do I edit my profile on the Android app?

To edit your profile on the app, select Settings & Support > Settings. You can then select Account, Profile, or Privacy to make your preferred changes to your account.
How do I set a book's date read on the Android app?

Here’s how to set the date read for a book on the Android app:
1. Navigate to the book page.
2. Make sure the book is marked as Read. If it's not, tap on the arrow next to the Want to Read button to mark it as Read.
3. Tap the Add or edit dates read link underneath the Write a Review button.
4. You can edit an existing finished date or tap the + button to create a new finished date.
Can I sign in to the Android app with Twitter or Gmail?

We would like to add support for this, so watch this space! In the meantime, you'll have to create a Goodreads login if you'd like to log in to your account on these apps. Here’s how using the desktop site:
1. Sign into Goodreads as normal using your Twitter/Google login.
2. Click on your profile picture and select Account Settings from the dropdown menu.
3. Navigate to the Settings tab. Enter your email address and password into the appropriate fields.
4. Click on Save account settings.
Similarly, you can also do this on the mobile site by navigating to your Account Settings from the dropdown menu when tapping on your profile picture. Tap on Account, then tap on Email. On the resulting screen, you can add, remove or change your email address. Then tap on Save to update your changes.

That's it! You can now log in using your unique email address and password, whether you're using the desktop or mobile sites or the Android/iOS app.

Goodreads On Kindle

Kindle Notes & Highlights: Can I delete a Highlight on my Kindle device/reading app via the Goodreads website?

Yes, you can! Here's how:
1. Navigate to your Kindle Notes & Highlights page and click on book that's associated with the note/highlight you'd like to remove.
2. Click Delete (trashcan icon) found next to the note or highlight. If you'd prefer not to delete the highlight, but just hide it from your viewers instead, turn the Visible slider button to the Off position for that particular note/highlight. Please note that when you delete a note or highlight on Goodreads, it will also be removed from your Kindle device or Kindle reading application, and can't be restored.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: Can I use this feature to keep track of the notes I make on my physical books?

The official Kindle Notes & Highlights feature is linked directly to your Kindle ebooks. Unfortunately, this means that you can't add highlights from physical books to your reviews on Goodreads. If you also own or have borrowed the Kindle edition, you're always welcome to highlight specific passages from your Kindle device or reading application, which you can then make visible on Goodreads from your Kindle Notes & Highlights page.

It's important to mention that you can also add and edit notes directly from Goodreads, which will then sync to your ebook. To do so, simply navigate to your highlight, click the Add your thoughts textbox and select Submit once you're done entering your text. To edit a note, click on Edit beneath the note, and then Save.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: How do I change the visibility of my Kindle Notes & Highlights?

Kindle Notes & Highlights are always private unless you choose to make them visible to those who can view your Goodreads profile. To make your notes and highlights visible simply navigate to your review and click on your numbered Kindle Notes & Highlights in your My Activity section. Alternatively, you can navigate there by clicking your profile picture, selecting Kindle Notes & Highlights and clicking on book associated with the notes/highlights in question.

Once on the book's notes and highlights page, click on Make all visible under the page header to show them all, or, click on Hide all to remove them from other members’ view. You can also make individual notes or highlights visible by toggling the Visible slider button found next to the item in question, to the On position.

In addition to that, you can always change who can view your Goodreads profile by visiting the Settings tab of your Account Settings and editing your preferences underneath Who Can View My Profile.

You can do this on mobile by tapping your profile picture, selecting Account Settings and then Privacy. Click on Edit across from Profile and select Friends Only from the options. Select Done to save your changes.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: Do I need a Kindle device to use Kindle Notes & Highlights?

Not at all! You can actually create Kindle Notes & Highlights using the free Kindle Cloud Reader on any web browser. You're also welcome to use the free native Kindle app for iOS or Android to take notes or add highlights while you read.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: I highlighted a single excerpt, but it's been shortened on my review page

There are built-in constraints in Kindle Notes & Highlights designed to protect against sharing too much of a book. We're still looking to monitor and adapt this as we improve the feature. You can still see your entire highlight directly from your Kindle device.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: How can i share a link to a specific highlight?

Once you make a Kindle highlight public, click on the percent link directly to its left to navigate to the unique page for that highlight. You can then share that URL with anyone you'd like. If you choose to make your highlight private later, it won't be accessible via the link anymore.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: Is there a page where I can view all my, or my friends', Notes & Highlights

The Kindle Notes & Highlights (KNH) member page allows you to view all of your notes and highlights in one central location. To access it, you can click on My Books, and then click on Kindle Notes & Highlights beneath Your Reading Activity. You can review the visibility of your notes and highlights from this page. Simply click on View your notes and highlights next to the book title. On the next page, make individual notes or highlights visible by toggling to green on the Visible button directly to its right.

If you've made your notes and highlights visible to others, they can access your KNH Member page by navigating to the notes and highlights page of any book you've annotated, and clicking on [Your name] notes and highlights in the upper left corner. If your notes and highlights are set to private, other members will not have access to your KNH page.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: I've shelved a book with Kindle Notes on Goodreads, but my Kindle Notes and Highlights still aren't visible

Once you've connected your Goodreads and Amazon accounts, you should be able to see your Kindle Notes and Highlights by navigating to your review. If you can't view them, it's possible you're reviewing a different edition on Goodreads than the edition you've added Notes and highlights to on your Kindle. Here's how to make sure your editions match:
1. Navigate to the book page of the edition you've shelved on Goodreads.
2. Click on All Editions underneath the book details.
3. In the dropdown menu next to Format, sort by Kindle Edition. Click on Switch to this edition next to the edition with the correct ASIN.
It might also help to note that Kindle Notes and Highlights will only show for books purchased from Amazon.
Auto Updates: How do I automatically update my reading status when I start reading a book on Kindle?

On the Kindle for iOS and Kindle for Android app, you can automatically mark a book as Currently Reading when you begin it and mark it as Read when you finish it. To use this feature, make sure you have the current version of the Kindle for iOS app or the Kindle for Android app and that your Amazon and Goodreads accounts are linked. Additionally, you can also check this in the Apps tab of your Account Settings page. Then simply navigate to a new Kindle book and open it. A prompt will appear in the About This Book section asking you if you'd like to automatically mark the book as Currently Reading. The feature will maintain your preference – whether on or off – for subsequent books until you choose to change it. If you choose not to automatically mark your books as you begin reading, you can add them to any of the default exclusive shelves such as Want to Read, Currently-Reading, and Read or remove the book from your shelves entirely from within the app. To do this, open About this Book for any book from the menu icon at the top left of the reader and look for the Goodreads section.

You'll also see a similar prompt in the Before You Go window that appears as you turn the last page of a Kindle book in the app. This feature automatically marks the book as Read when you close the book. The controls operate much the same way as those in About this Book, but will default to ON for books that you've marked as Want to Read or Currently Reading. If you've previously marked your book as Want to Read or Currently Reading but don't yet want to mark it as Read, toggle to OFF before closing the book.
Auto updates: Why can't I add my book to custom shelves on Kindle for iOS or on the Kindle for Android app?

For now, we've focused on switching between our three primary exclusive shelves based on your Kindle reading activity, though we hope to be able to support custom shelves in the future. In the meantime, if you'd like to add the book to one of your custom shelves, you can do so from the Goodreads app or desktop site.
How do I write a text review on Goodreads on Kindle?

From Kindle Fire:

At the moment, it's only possible to write text reviews for books you already own on Kindle.

Here's how to write a review in that case:
1. Open the ebook you'd like to review.
2. Navigate to the last page of the book.
3. Swipe to the left as if you're swiping to the next page.
4. You should see a black Before You Go… page. Tap Review this book at the top.
5. Enter your rating and/or review on the following page and tap Submit to post. If you'd like to post to just Goodreads or just Amazon, you can toggle back and forth by tapping options below the review box.
How do I follow someone on Goodreads on Kindle?

Here's how to follow someone on Goodreads on Kinde:
1. Navigate the profile of the member you'd like to follow
2. On the top of the screen, tap the Follow button*
3. The button should switch to read Following
*If you don't see a Follow option, the member has disabled following for their account. In that case, you can only send a friend request to receive updates on their activity.
How can I cancel a friend request on Goodreads on Kindle?

Here's how to cancel a friend request from Goodreads on Kindle:

From Kindle Fire:
1. Navigate to the profile of the member you no longer want to request as a friend.
2. Tap on the Friend Request Sent button at the top of their profile.
3. An are you sure? pop-up should appear. Tap Remove to confirm.
4. The Friend Request Sent button should revert to an unselected Friend state.
How can I send a friend request from Goodreads on Kindle?

Here's how to send a friend request from your Kindle Fire:
1. Navigate the profile of the member to whom you'd like to send the friend request
2. On the top of the screen, tap the Friend button
3. The button should switch to read Friend Request Sent
How do I add a book to a shelf on Goodreads on Kindle?

Here's how to shelve a book on Goodreads on Kindle:
- Find the Want to Read button next to the book you'd like to shelve
- On the right side of the button, tap on the shelf icon
- When the shelf list drops down, tap on a shelf name to add the book to that shelf
- The Want to Read portion of the button should now reflect the new shelving
How do I launch Goodreads on Kindle?

From Kindle Fire:

There are a few ways to launch Goodreads on Kindle. On the home screen of your device, tap the Apps link at the top. Goodreads on Kindle should be listed here.

Alternatively, tap the Books link to see your collection. From here, you can tap the small g icon at the top of the screen to visit Goodreads on Kindle. You'll also find a link in the navigation menu on the left, which you can access by tapping the three stacked lines at the top left-hand corner of the screen.
How can I search for a book or an author on Goodreads on Kindle?

For Kindle Fires with Goodreads on Kindle enabled, you can search for a book by title or author using the magnifying glass icon in the top-right corner of the app.

On Kindle Paperwhite devices, you can search for a book by title or author using the magnifying glass icon in the top-right corner next to the ellipsis.
How do I post a reading progress update on Goodreads on Kindle?

Goodreads is available on all new Kindles, the Kindle Voyage and the third generation Kindle Paperwhite, in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and India.

When you tap Share, you'll be prompted to share your thoughts on Goodreads about the book that you're reading. Once you’ve written your thoughts and tapped the Share button, the text will appear as an update on your profile page and updates feed. Your friends will be able to like it and comment on it.

Here's how:
1. Open the book from which you'd like to post
2. Tap in the middle of the screen to bring up the reading menu
3. Tap Share at the top
4. You'll see a Share on Goodreads screen. Add the status update to the text box
5. Tap Share to post the status update
Can I keep my Amazon and Goodreads accounts linked without sharing my Notes and Highlights?

Yes, you can. Your Kindle Notes & Highlights are set to private by default. Any notes or highlights you make in your Kindle ebook will remain hidden. If you'd like to make them visible, simply navigate to your review and click on Kindle Notes & Highlights underneath your read dates. From this notes and highlights page, click on Make all visible, or select individual notes and highlights to make visible.
Kindle Notes & Highlights: What if my Notes and Highlights include spoilers?

Next to each of your Kindle Notes & Highlights for a book, you'll see a Mark as Spoiler checkbox. Simply make sure this box is checked, and when other members view your Notes & Highlights, the following warning message will appear: This note or highlight contains a spoiler. Show spoiler.
Why are updates missing from my updates feed in my Kindle for iOS app?

The updates feed is a Goodreads feature built right into the Kindle app for iOS. While we have plans to enhance this feed in the future, for now the updates feed displays your friends’ activity on their default shelves – Read, Currently Reading, and Want to Read. Beneath their updates on these shelves, you'll notice a carousel of other books they've added to these default shelves. If you want to discover even more books from your friends, just click on the See More link at the bottom right of the carousel. You can like or comment on your friends’ activity, and download ebook samples directly to your Kindle library.
Why don't I see the Goodreads updates feed in my Kindle for iOS app?

In order to view the updates feed on the Kindle app for iOS, you must be based in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia and have an Amazon account that is connected to their Goodreads account. Here's how to link your accounts:
1. Click on the arrow next to your profile pic in the header and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu.
2. Navigate to the Apps tab.
3. Scroll down to the Amazon section and click on Add Amazon Account. You'll then be prompted to enter your Amazon login credentials. You'll also want to make sure you’ve downloaded the latest update for the Kindle app for iOS. Once you've done so, open the app and click on Goodreads in the top navigation bar to see your Goodreads Updates.
How do I get Goodreads on my Kindle?

If you have an eligible device (most newer Paperwhite, Voyage and Fire models) and in a supported Marketplace (US, UK & Ireland, Canada, India or Australia) you should automatically see the g logo in the navigation bar on your e-ink Kindle or find the Goodreads on Kindle application in your apps.

If not, you may need to de-register and re-register your kindle in order to get Goodreads. Don't worry, you won't lose any of your purchases or account information.

To deregister a device:

From your computer:
1. Visit Manage Your Content and Devices
2. Select your device and select Deregister at the bottom of the page. You may need to click on the Device Actions drop menu to find this option
3. To confirm, select Deregister again on the pop-up window
From your device:
1. From Home, press the Menu button, and then select Settings
2. Select Deregister
To re-register:

Make sure your device is connected to Wi-Fi or 3G and re-register the Kindle from the device's Settings menu by entering your Amazon email and password. This should enable Goodreads on Kindle for your device.

If not, or if you're still having trouble, please contact us at support@goodreads.com and let us know which device you are using.
Why does Goodreads on Kindle say my account is already linked?

Currently, Goodreads on Kindle only allows you to link your Goodreads account to a single Amazon account, and vice versa. If you try to sign in to Goodreads on a Kindle with a different Amazon registration, you'll see an error message that your Goodreads account is already linked to an Amazon account. If you see this message on your own Kindle, it's possible there's a problem with the link between your Accounts. In either case, the easiest way to fix this is to visit the Apps Tab and unlink your Amazon account, then try to sign in on your Kindle again. You should be prompted with a fresh sign-in page, and should no longer see the error message.
How do I post my review to only Goodreads when on Goodreads on Kindle?

On Kindle Fire:

At the moment, it's only possible to write text reviews for books you already own on the device. Here's how to post a review for those books only to Goodreads and not to Amazon:
1. Open the ebook you'd like to review
2. Navigate to the last page of the book
3. Swipe to the left as if you're swiping to the next page
4. You should see a black Before You Go… page. Tap Review this book at the top
5. Below the review box, tap Options
6. Uncheck Amazon and tap Save
7. Enter your rating and/or review on the following page and tap Submit to post
How do I remove a book from my shelves on Goodreads on Kindle?

From Kindle Fire:
1. On the top left of the app, you'll see a menu icon – it looks like three stacked lines. Tap on that icon.
2. Tap My Books.
3. Locate the book you'd like to remove in the list.
4. You'll see a shelf icon to the right of the book and the shelving notation – it looks like a few books learning against each other. Tap on that icon.
5. When the shelf list drops down, tap Remove from shelf.
6. Tap Remove to confirm.

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Security

How do I report a security issue?

We take the security of our Goodreads members and their data very seriously.

For security concerns related to a single account, please contact Customer Care. This includes items such as:
- Unauthorized account access
- Spam
- Copyright infringement
- Harassment
For security issues that affect a large number of Goodreads members, please contact our security team at security@goodreads.com. This includes such items as:
- CSRF
- XSS
- Improper access controls
- API flaws
Does Goodreads use SSL to secure my private information?

All Goodreads pages that collect private information are secured through SSL. SSL is a browser security layer that ensures the information is being sent from your browser to our webservers in an encrypted, secure manner.

All pages are encrypted with SSL once you're signed in. You can tell if you are on a SSL page if the URL in the browser bar starts with https instead of http. However, some forms (like our sign in form on the signed out homepage) can submit directly to a SSL page, so you may not see it in the browser bar.
Goodreads can store my credit card. Is that secure?

You can optionally store your credit card on file with Goodreads when using products such as Self-Serve Advertising. Goodreads uses a large, secure, 3rd party named Braintree Payment Solutions to store and process credit cards. Goodreads, including all our employees, never has access to your credit card information. Braintree is PCI compliant, and handles payment infrastructure for many large companies.
What should I do if I am being bullied or harassed?

Content that contains hate speech or threatening language violates our rules and is not tolerated. If you receive threatening, abusive, or unwanted messages or comments, we suggest blocking the Goodreads member. When you block someone, they can no longer comment on your reviews or send you messages. Their activity will also be hidden for you. To block a member on the desktop site, navigate to their user profile, click on More just beneath the user's name, and select Block this user from the dropdown menu. To block an author, navigate to their profile, scroll down to the bottom, and click on block this member.

Please feel free to flag any content to our attention if you believe it violates our Community Guidelines. If the content cannot be flagged, please use the Contact Us form to let us know about the situation.

Q&A

What is Goodreads Q&A?

You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.

Here's more about each:

Reader Q&A

Readers can ask and answer questions about a specific book and like their favorite answers. To ask a question, visit the book's page on Goodreads (using the search box at the top of the site, search for any book title you'd like). Scroll down the book's page, and you will see a space called Reader Q&A. You can also select More Questions about to view other questions Goodreads members have asked. If someone answers your question, you'll be notified on Goodreads and by email.

Ask the Author

Readers can ask questions and receive answers from their favorite authors. To ask a question, visit the author's profile page (you can use the search box at the top of the site to search for any author you'd like). Scroll down the author profile, and if the author is a member of Goodreads who is accepting questions you will see a space called Ask the Author. You can also select More answers from to view all of the questions the author has answered in the past. If the author answers your question, the question and answer will appear on the author's profile as well as in the newsfeeds of the author’s followers, and you will be notified on your Goodreads homepage and by email.
Who can use Reader Q&A?

Any registered member of Goodreads can ask or answer a Reader Q&A question. Any visitor to Goodreads can read questions and answers.
Reader Q&A: How can I ask other readers a question?

To ask readers a question, go to the book page (using the search box at the top of the site, search for any book title you’d prefer). Scroll down the book page, and you will see a space called Reader Q&A. Enter your question in the box provided and click Ask. This will post your question on the book page for other Goodreads members to answer. Your friends and followers will also see your question in their Goodreads newsfeeds.
Reader Q&A: What kinds of questions can I ask other readers?

You can ask any kind of question related to a specific book or author. You can ask questions about:
- Specific characters or plot points
- Other books in the series
- Interpretations of specific passages or scenes
Some examples of questions readers have asked other readers include:

Critics have called this book 'Dickensian' – what do they mean by that? In what ways is it like something from Charles Dickens? – Ami, asking about The Goldfinch

If you work in a restaurant, did you love or hate this book? – Suzanne, asking about Sous Chef

Are the corruptions related to high-frequency trading on a similar scale to the horror show that was mortgage-backed securities? – Patrick, asking about The Big Short

Why did they change the title of the U.S. edition? – Michael, asking about Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Reader Q&A: What if I see an inappropriate question or answer?

If you see an inappropriate Community Question or Community Answer that might violate our Community Guidelines, please flag it to our attention. To flag a question or answer, simply hover over the content and a flag icon will appear. Click that icon and select from the menu of options to explain why the content is inappropriate.

If you need directions on how to flag other content that violates our Community Guidelines, please have a look at our How do I flag content on Goodreads help page.
Ask the Author: Who can use Ask the Author?

Any Goodreads Author can opt to receive questions from Goodreads members. Any Goodreads member can ask an author who has turned on the feature questions.
Ask the Author: What kind of questions can I ask authors?

You can ask any kind of question related to a specific book by that author or general questions about that author's writing. Feel free to ask questions about:
- The author's writing process
- The author's favorite writers or influences
- Questions about specific characters or moments in books
- Anything about the author's life as a writer
Some great examples of questions readers have asked authors include:

"How would you respond to people who say Hazel and Augustus are unrealistic characters because they are intelligent?" – Destiny, asking author John Green

“You often write about relationships among sisters. Do you have a sister and how would you describe your relationship with her?” – Keanes, asking author Liane Moriarty

“Why did you choose to include the Philippines in your book The Five People You Meet in Heaven?” – Grace Ramirez, asking author Mitch Albom
Ask the Author: How Can I Ask an Author a Question?

To ask an author a question, go to the author's profile page – you can use the search box at the top of the site to search for any author. Scroll down the author profile, and if the author is a member of Goodreads who is accepting questions you will see a space called Ask the Author. Enter your question in the box provided and click Ask. This will send your question to the author. If the author answers your question, the question and answer will appear on the author's profile as well as in the newsfeeds of the author's followers. You will be notified on your Goodreads homepage and by email.

Goodreads On Fire Tablet

I can't find a feature on my Kindle Fire that's available on the Goodreads website.

New features are constantly being added to the Goodreads app on Kindle Fire. In the meantime, we'd suggest visiting the desktop site on your computer if you're looking for a feature that's not yet supported on your Fire device.
I can't open the Goodreads app on my Kindle Fire – it keeps giving me an error.

Try force quitting your app and then restarting your device. You can also try the steps outlined on the Fire Help page. If you are still experiencing this issue, please contact us.
I found a bug on the Goodreads Kindle Fire app. What should I do?

First, take a screenshot of the error or bug. To do so on your Kindle Fire, press and hold the Volume Down button and Power button together while the device's screen is on. Your screen should briefly flash. You should now be able to find the screenshot from the pull-down menu at the top of the device.

Then, please contact us with a brief description of the error and attach the screenshot so we can investigate further.
How do I browse books by genre on Kindle Fire?

To browse books by genre, you can visit your Recommendations page. To edit the genres that appear on this page, go to Recommendations > Keep Rating Books > Edit Favorite Genres.

You can also browse by genre by tapping on the Hamburger menu button on the top-left of your screen and selecting Explore. Scroll down to Explore by Genre and tap on the relevant genre name that you’d like to look into.
How do I remove a book from the Add Your Amazon Books screen on Kindle Fire? I don't want to add it to my shelves.

It isn't possible to remove books from your Amazon book purchases. That said, only the books you rate or shelve from the Amazon Books screen will be added to your Goodreads profile. If you click on the Do not add hyperlink below the Want to read button, this title will no longer appear when using the Add Your Amazon Books feature in the future.

You can also remove a book from your Goodreads profile at any time.
How do I delete Goodreads from my Kindle Fire device?

The Goodreads app is pre-installed on Fire devices and cannot be deleted – we're sorry about that. Fortunately, the app takes up very little space on your device and does not run in the background.
Does Goodreads cost money?

No – Goodreads is a completely free book review and recommendation site, so you won't need to pay to access the site or app, unless you're an author who is creating an advertising campaign or giveaway.
Can I read books on Goodreads on my Kindle Fire?

Unfortunately, not! We are primarily a book review and recommendations site, rather than a website dedicated to providing readers with downloadable eBooks. If you're looking for a great mobile reading experience that offers the world's largest catalog of ebooks, including thousands of free ebooks, we recommend you use the Kindle app, which is pre-installed on your Fire device.
What is Goodreads?

Goodreads is the world's largest site for readers and book recommendations. Our mission is to help people find and share books they love. If you're looking for a place to discover a great book or to discuss your favorite books with a community of readers, you've found the right place! While we don't have a site tutorial, you can visit the About us page to learn more!
How do I set the read dates for a book on Kindle Fire?

Here's how to set read dates on your Kindle Fire:
1. Navigate to the book page.
2. Make sure the book is marked as Read. If it's not, tap on the arrow next to the Want to Read button to mark it as Read.
3. Tap the Add or edit dates read link underneath the Write a Review button.
4. You can edit an existing start/finished date or tap the + button to create a new start/finished date.
5. Tap Done to save.
How can I cancel a friend request I sent on Kindle Fire?

Here's how to cancel a friend request on Kindle Fire:
1. Navigate to the member's profile.
2. Tap on the Pending button below their profile picture.
3. A Remove Friend pop-up will appear. Tap Remove to confirm.
4. The Pending button will revert to an unselected +Friend state.
How can I remove someone from my friends list on Kindle Fire?

Here's how to remove a friend on Kindle Fire:
1. Navigate to the member's profile.
2. Tap the checked Friends button below their profile picture.
3. A Remove Friend pop-up will appear. Tap Remove to confirm.
4. The checked Friends button will revert to the unselected +Friend state.
How do I add my Amazon book purchases to Goodreads from Kindle Fire?

Here's how to add your Amazon books to your Goodreads shelves on Kindle Fire:
1. Tap on Add Your Amazon Books from the main menu.
2. Tap on the Want to Read button next to any book to add it to your Want to Read shelf. If you'd prefer, tap the Want to Read icon once more to add the book to a different shelf.
How do I connect my Goodreads and Facebook accounts on Kindle Fire?

Here's how to link your Goodreads and Facebook accounts:
1. Tap on Settings & Support from the main menu.
2. Tap on Settings, then tap on Account.
3. Scroll down to Linked Accounts. Then, simply tap on Connect next to the Facebook icon to connect your Goodreads account to Facebook.

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Android Beta App

What happened to the Goodreads for Android Beta app?

The beta Goodreads app for Android was a preview of the current Goodreads for Android app and is now unsupported on Android devices. We recommend updating your app to the latest version of Goodreads for Android by downloading it on Google Play.