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Goodreads Profile - What is Goodreads?

By Daniel Nations, About.com

Goodreads Social Network

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Goodreads Profile:

Website: http://www.goodreads.com/
Alexa Ranking: 5,634 (as of 7/7/08)
Description: A social networking website devoted to books
Similar Websites: ConnectViaBooks, BookCrossing

Goodreads Features

  • Create your own custom profile
  • Track what you have read and rate the books
  • Find out what your friends are reading
  • Get good book recommendations

What is Goodreads?:

The goal of Goodreads is to find good reads, those books that leave you satisfied and/or wanting more. It is also about avoiding bad reads, which are books that aren't worth the paper they are printed on.

As a book-lovers social network, Goodreads allows you to build a list of books, rate and review those books, and find out what your friends are reading.

Founded in 2006, Goodreads is one of the most popular book-based social networks.

Why Should I Use Goodreads?:

Authors, writers and book lovers will enjoy belonging to this social network devoted to the art of reading. Goodreads lets you share books with friends, find out more information about a book or author, and connect with people who have similar interests.

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