Local-first book tracking
The app that keeps your shelves aligned with your community
Worm pairs modern book tracking with a swipe-friendly discovery feed, privacy-first design, and deep ties to public libraries and community reading groups.
Built for readers
Everything you wanted from a modern book app
These are the core pillars we heard over and over from Goodreads, StoryGraph, and TikTok communities.
Personal book tracking
Import from Goodreads, StoryGraph, or CSV and keep Want, Reading, and Read shelves in sync across devices.
Swipe-friendly discovery
Move through a short-form feed tuned to your taste and what friends, creators, and nearby readers love.
Local-first everything
Borrow from the library you choose and keep personal purchases organized without ever getting bounced to Amazon.
Flexible goals & stats
Set seasonal goals, track streaks, and visualize your reading pace with visuals that stay motivating, not overwhelming.
Events & community lists
See local book clubs, staff picks, and community challenges right next to your queue.
Privacy-forward design
No ads, no trackers, no data resale. Worm only makes money in ways that benefit readers and local partners.
How it works
From import to community in minutes
Import & onboard
Bring your shelves from Goodreads, StoryGraph, or CSV and pick your library.
Discover & track
Swipe the feed, log progress, add notes, and update status in a couple taps.
Connect locally
See what nearby readers love, join events, and plug into library-led challenges.
Level up with Worm+
Unlock deeper stats and upcoming premium tools when you’re ready for more insight.
Local-first pledge
Worm will never send you to Amazon. Discovery, shopping, and borrowing stay rooted in public libraries and community channels.
See Worm in action
Discovery feed
Quick swipes curate a taste profile without overwhelming options.
Community view
Libraries, community lists, and staff picks live beside reader conversations.
Rich book pages
Track status, notes, and related editions without bouncing to other apps.
Built in response to reader feedback
“Goodreads feels so outdated. I wish there was a modern Letterboxd for books.”
— r/books
“StoryGraph has too many knobs. I just want simple tracking that doesn’t overwhelm me.”
— r/books
“Why does every book app send me to Amazon? Let me support my local bookstore.”
— r/bookstores
Worm+ membership
Optional upgrade for power readers
Worm+ keeps core features free while offering deeper analytics, faster feature drops, and member-only experiments.
- Advanced reading analytics and pacing breakdowns
- Enhanced recommendation tuning for power readers
- Customizable goals, evolving stats, and notification cadence that adapts with you
- Quarterly recap emails with curated insights about your reading patterns
- Keeps Worm’s roadmap community-funded so local-first features keep shipping
- Early access to experimental tools and seasonal drops
FAQ
Is Worm free?
Yes. Core tracking, discovery, and local integrations are free. Worm+ is optional.
Can I use Worm on web too?
Mobile is the focus during beta. The web experience launches after we finish core reader features.
How do imports work?
Connect Goodreads or StoryGraph directly, or upload a CSV if you keep your own tracker.
Do you sell ads or data?
Never. Revenue comes from optional reader upgrades and future institution partnerships, not surveillance.
How do libraries benefit?
Book purchases made through Worm include a donation to the library you select.
When is the full launch?
We’re in open beta now. Join the mailing list to grab invites and release notes.
Mailing list
The early bird gets the worm 🪱
Join for release notes, beta invites, and community drops—no spam, ever.