Discover books.
Exchange with readers.
Keep stories moving.
BookSwap helps you discover new reads, offer books you've finished, and connect with readers to exchange stories.
See BookSwap in action
From discovering a book to chatting with your swap partner.
Three pages, one new book
List your book
Add a book from your shelf with a cover, title, and a little detail about it.
Receive swap offers
Other readers can offer books they want to exchange with you.
Chat & exchange
Accept an offer, chat with your swap partner, and arrange the exchange.
The details that make it easy
Scan to add
Point your camera at any barcode and add a book to your shelf in seconds — no typing required.
See who's nearby
Every book shows how many readers already own it, so you know a swap is possible before you ask.
Chat inside the app
Agree on the details and arrange your handoff without ever leaving BookSwap.
“Books are meant to be read, shared, and discovered again. BookSwap helps every story find its next reader.”
BookSwap is a simple way for readers to exchange books they've finished and discover new ones from other shelves. List your books, receive swap offers, chat with readers, and give every story a new journey.
Swapping is easy when it's safe
BookSwap connects you with real readers nearby. A few habits make every handoff smoother.
Chat before you meet
Get a feel for your swap partner in the app before agreeing on a time and place.
Meet in public
Coffee shops, libraries, and campus commons are easy, low-key spots for a handoff.
Trust your instincts
You can decline or cancel a swap at any point — no explanation needed.
Something felt off? Tell us and we'll look into it.
Before you ask
Yes. Browsing books, listing your own, and swapping with other readers is free.
Save your spot on the shelf
We're opening BookSwap to a small group of readers first, so every early swap actually works. Get on the list to be one of them.