BookLogr

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted e-book library manager and organizer

Overview

BookLogr is an open-source self-hosted tool for organizing, cataloging, and managing e-book collections (EPUB, PDF, MOBI). It lets users track reading progress, add notes, rate books, and filter libraries by genre, author, or publication date. Deploy via Docker for quick setup, or manual installation on Linux servers. It auto-fetches metadata (cover art, synopsis, ISBN) from Open Library and Google Books, and offers a responsive web UI accessible across devices. Ideal for readers wanting full control over their digital book libraries without third-party reliance.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  book_logr:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: book-logr
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Auto-metadata fetching from Open Library & Google Books
Support for multiple e-book formats (EPUB, PDF, MOBI)
Reading progress tracking & custom book tagging

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is BookLogr hard to install?

No—Docker deployment is straightforward: pull the official image, run the container with volume mounts for your e-books and data. Manual installation (Python/Flask) is available for advanced users, but Docker is recommended for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to Amazon Kindle Library?

Yes—BookLogr gives full control over your e-book data (unlike Kindle’s locked ecosystem). It supports more formats, lets you organize books freely, and doesn’t require an Amazon account to access your library.

? Is it completely free?

Absolutely—BookLogr is open-source under the MIT License. It’s free to use, modify, and self-host with no hidden costs or premium tiers.

Top Alternatives

Amazon Kindle Library Search Google

Apple Books Search Google

Google Play Books Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Document Management - E-books

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (data stays on your server)
⊕ No subscription fees or locked-in ecosystems
⊕ Customizable library organization (filters, tags)
⊕ Responsive web UI for access on any device

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server setup (Docker recommended)
⊖ No native mobile app (relies on web interface)
⊖ Limited cloud sync (needs manual configuration for remote access)