Rocinante: BookWyrm Client

Rocinante: BookWyrm Client

Your Portable BookWyrm Companion

• Bring your federated library wherever you go with Rocinante, the native, open‑source client for the BookWyrm network.

Why Choose Rocinante?

• Fully free & privacy‑first – No advertisements, no trackers, and no data‑selling. The app connects directly to the BookWyrm instance you select.

• Open‑source and community driven – Every line of code is publicly auditable, ensuring transparency and continual improvement.

Core Features

1. Book Management

• Organise titles into “Reading,” “To Read,” “Read,” or any custom shelf you create.

2. Progress Tracking

• Log your current page or percentage, add personal notes, and broadcast updates instantly.

3. Smart Search & Barcode Scan

• Search your chosen instance for titles, or scan an ISBN with your phone’s camera to add a physical book in seconds.

4. Federated Social Experience

• Browse activity feeds, discover recommendations, read reviews, and interact with readers across any ActivityPub‑compatible instance.

5. Community Interaction

• Follow other users, explore their collections, and build connections across the decentralized network.

6. Reading‑Habit Support

• Set local daily reminders that gently encourage you to keep turning pages.

Getting Started

1. Create an account on any active BookWyrm instance (e.g., bookwyrm.social).

2. Install Rocinante on your device.

3. Log in, choose your instance, and start syncing your library.

Embrace a truly decentralized reading experience, wherever you are

• Rocinante empowers book lovers to read, share, and connect—without compromising privacy or freedom.

FAQ

Q: How can I organize my library using Rocinante?

A: Rocinante makes organizing your books simple and customizable. You can sort your titles into standard default categories like Reading, To Read, and Read, or you can create your own custom shelves to match your personal organization style.

Q: How do I track my reading progress in the app?

A: You can log your reading progress by updating your current page number or percentage. Rocinante also allows you to attach personal notes to your progress logs and broadcast these updates to your network instantly.

Q: Can I add physical books to my collection using my phone's camera?

A: Yes, Rocinante includes a smart barcode scanner. You can use your phone's camera to scan a physical book's ISBN and automatically add it to your library in just a few seconds.

Version History

v1.2.3——11 Aug 2026

The open-source and federated client for the BookWyrm reading network. Download the latest version of Rocinante: BookWyrm Client to enjoy new features and updates immediately!

*1.2.3

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!

*1.2.2

- BookWyrm 0.8+ Fix: Resolved 404 errors moving books, updating progress, and posting reviews.

- Edition Management: Now uses exact edition IDs to fix reading session errors.

- Network Optimization: Reduced data usage and increased speed by eliminating redundant downloads.

*1.2.1

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!