LibraryThing
LibraryThing is an online cataloging and social cataloging service for book lovers. It was launched in 2005 by Tim Spalding to help individuals organize their personal book collections while contributing to a shared pool of bibliographic data. Users create accounts, add books to their virtual libraries by ISBN, title, or author, and optionally upload cover images. Catalog entries can be enriched with metadata, tags, and user reviews, and users can rate titles.
A notable aspect of LibraryThing is its social dimension. Members can tag each other's books, join discussion
LibraryThing also operates a separate product called LibraryThing for Libraries. This service provides library-style cataloging and
In addition to cataloging, LibraryThing runs programs such as Early Reviewers, which offers members advance copies
Overall, LibraryThing blends personal cataloging with social engagement to aid discovery, metadata enrichment, and community interaction