Borrow and lend physical books with people around you. Turn your bookshelf into a community library.
Getting a book is as easy as sending a message — no credit card, no subscription.
Add books sitting on your shelf that you're happy to lend out to fellow readers.
Browse books near you and send a borrow request. The owner gets notified instantly.
Coordinate delivery or pickup. Read the book, then send it forward to the next reader.
Every book you lend earns you Litcoins — use them to borrow more books for free.
Built for readers who believe books are meant to be shared, not stored.
Find books available near you. Browse by genre, author, or title — all from people in your city.
Get instant alerts when your request is accepted, when a book is on its way, or when someone wants your book.
See all the books you own, have lent out, and have borrowed — all in one place.
Connect with verified readers. Every exchange builds trust and grows the reading community.
Give every book a longer life. Reduce waste by keeping books in circulation instead of on dusty shelves.
Share any book directly via a link. Recipients can open it straight to the book detail in the app.
Read Forward's reward system that makes book sharing even more rewarding.
Download the app and join a community of readers who believe books are meant to be shared.