Online Book Communities

If you're anything like me, once you finish a really good book, you can wait to find another one. Sometimes I have trouble deciding what to read next. Well there is good news because there are websites out there that can help us out of this jam….Online Book Communities are websites devoted to  books. You can sign up, create your own bookshelves of books, you have read, plan to read, or are currently reading. On these sites you can find recommendations on what to read based on your choices, read summaries of books, and read reviews from people who have previously read the book. I have signed up, created my personal bookshelves, and explore SIX different Online Book Community websites. I have ranked them according to my opinion of them, from worst to best.

Library Thing

This site is not as visibly attractive as the others and not as easy to use and customize.

Good Reads

This site allows you to access your Amazon account and add books that you have already purchased and order books quickly online.

Shelfari

This site is easy to navigate and find books. I like the overall look and feel of the site. 

Booklikes

This site allows you to customize your profile so that it fits your personality. You can chose from free backgrounds, purchase others, or create your own. 

BiblioNasium

This site is great way for educators to connect to parents and students. This site is perfect for starting a book club with students. 

I plan to continue to use Booklikes and BiblioNasium during the school year to find new books and stay connected with students.