What all features are available for a member on Goodreads?
You can share which books you are reading currently and at the same time, you can see which ones your friends are reading. Create your own book lists. Organize and store the details about which books you wish to read, the ones you are reading, and the ones you have read already. Write and share reviews on the books you have read, that might help many other members choose their next book. Receive book recommendations based on your preferences and your reading history. Interact with the author directly on the site. You can take a quiz on the books you have read. You can also vote for the most popular books in each category every month. There is also a small category of books that you can read on Goodreads. If you happen to use Kindle, you can also link your Kindle highlights and notes on Goodreads.
How can I read books on Goodreads?
There is a small category of readable books on Goodreads which you can access by clicking on the Read Book button. But if it is not a readable book, you will have to purchase it. The list of readable books is available on their website.
Can I browse for books according to their genre on Goodreads?
Yes, you can browse books genre-wise as Goodreads has a huge database, organized into lists according to their genre. The books are sorted into genres such as Biography, Fiction, Classics, Comics, Fantasy, Mystery, History, Non-fiction, Poetry, Romance, Science Fiction, Self-help, Travel, and many more.
Conclusion
Can I use Goodreads for free?
Yes, there is no need to pay anything to use Goodreads but if you want to read a book that is not in the readable category, you will have to purchase it yourself.
Yes, you can use your Google or Facebook accounts to sign up and use Goodreads in the same way.