The StoryGraph

The StoryGraph is a book tracking and recommendation platform built for readers who want suggestions that actually match how they feel and what they like. Instead of relying only on star ratings or popularity, it focuses on mood, themes, and reading preferences to surface books that fit your current interests—whether you’re looking for something light and funny, dark and emotional, or fast-paced and adventurous.

After signing up, you can log what you’re reading, update your progress, and build a clear picture of your reading life over time. The platform turns your activity into helpful stats, so you can see patterns like the genres you gravitate toward, the pace you prefer, and how your reading shifts across months or years. If you enjoy organizing, The StoryGraph supports custom tags and lists, making it easy to group books by themes, priorities, or personal categories.

Discovery is a core strength: you can filter and browse using mood and preference signals to find your next read, and maintain an “Up Next” queue to plan ahead. It also includes quality-of-life tools many readers ask for, like half and quarter-star ratings, built-in tracking for DNF (did not finish) and Owned books, and a reading journal for notes and reflections. For readers who want to avoid triggering material, content warnings help you make informed choices before you start. more