Tools to actually read more books

The problem, in plain words: “I want to read more but I never seem to make time for books.”

Tiny Book fits best, with 1 more that fits too.

You want practical ways to fit more book reading into your routine.

Updated October 2026.

What fits

1/2 shortened-book reader

It is designed for readers short on time, offering a shorter version of a book while aiming to retain its narrative and core message.

Best for: Readers who want to get through full books in less time.

Caveat: An account is required before you can use it.

2/2 reading habit tracker

Bookly: Book Trackerstrong · 77

Bookly is specifically positioned to help readers build a consistent reading habit, directly addressing your goal of reading more regularly.

Best for: Readers who want a structured way to build a steady reading habit.

Partly fits

SlowRead: Book Tracker & TBRpartial · 55

It is aimed at helping readers move books from a to-be-read list into actual reading, which may help with follow-through.

Won’t cover: It focuses on getting through a reading list rather than making time for books.

Bookshelf: Book Tracker & Listpartial · 46

It supports a lasting reading habit, but its stated focus is tracking books and helping readers remember what they have read.

Won’t cover: Its main focus is organizing and tracking books, not finding time to read.

Questions

What's the best tool to actually read more books?

Tiny Book is the strongest match — It is designed for readers short on time, offering a shorter version of a book while aiming to retain its narrative and core message. One caveat: an account is required before you can use it.

Is there a tool that fully solves this?

2 products match this closely.

What won't these tools cover?

It focuses on getting through a reading list rather than making time for books. · Its main focus is organizing and tracking books, not finding time to read.

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