Bookhive

Lily Delany Bookhive

About this app

BookHive- Discover & Exchange Books Nearby

Give your books a new life and discover your next great read, all in one easy, ad-free app. BookHive connects readers who want to exchange books locally, with a fun, intuitive way to browse and match.

📚 Browse Books & Tap to Like
BookHive lets you discover books from people near you by browsing through their listings. If you see something you like, just tap the heart button. If they like one of your books too- it's a match! You can then chat and arrange the exchange.

🔍 Smart Filters to Refine Your Search
Only want to see books in English? Or fiction within 10km of you? Use smart filters to fine-tune your book discovery:

Filter by category/genre

Choose preferred language

Set the distance radius to see only local matches

📚 Seamless Book Listing with Google Books
Adding your own books takes just seconds. Search by title or author with our built-in Google Books integration and BookHive will automatically fill in the book's info and cover. It’s the fastest way to build your collection.

💬 In-App Chat for Easy Exchanges
Once you match with someone, you can chat directly in the app to arrange the book exchange. No need to share your contact info or switch platforms.

🌍 Meet Local Book Lovers
Whether you're cleaning your shelves, looking for your next read, or sharing a favorite story, BookHive is all about connecting with fellow readers nearby. Discover books that might never reach you otherwise- right in your community.

✅ Totally Free. No Ads. No Strings.
BookHive is free to use. There are no ads, and no selling of your data. It's built by a fellow book lover who just wants to see more people reading and sharing books.

What’s new

Launch