Equivalent to Letterbox for Books

Goodreads

• Goodreads is a popular platform for tracking books.
  • Pros:
    • Can connect to Amazon and Kindle.
    • Provides more features for books including content warnings.
  • Cons:
    • Some users find the user interface lacking compared to other platforms.
    • Search engine functionality can be poor, with difficulty finding specific titles and navigating through various languages.
    • Reviews may be biased and some popular books are considered overrated.

Other Platforms

• Storygraph: Mentioned as an alternative to Goodreads.
• Serializd: Another platform for tracking books, but lacks browsing capabilities for TV shows.
• Not as cool as Letterboxd but does the same thing essentially: Comparison made to Goodreads, indicating similar functions.

Comments on Goodreads vs Letterboxd

• Comparing Goodreads to Letterboxd: "Goodreads is not as cool as Letterboxd but does the same thing essentially."
• Need for a Better Alternative: "Goodreads really sucks... I really wish there was something better."

In summary, Goodreads is the closest equivalent to Letterboxd for books, offering features like book tracking, connection to Amazon/Kindle, and content warnings. However, users have criticized its search engine, biased reviews, and UI. Other platforms like Storygraph and Serializd offer alternatives, but may not fully match the functionalities of Letterboxd.