bookie

bookie is a community and discovery platform for readers, operating through a mobile application. Founded in 2021 by Lukas Hoffmann, the Berlin-based startup aims to make reading culture more visible and accessible. The company, legally known as LM Bookie GmbH, secured its first official funding round in June 2025, led by early-phase investor BRAFE SPACE and several angel investors.

The bookie app provides a range of features for book enthusiasts. Users can discover new books through personalized recommendations generated by a self-learning algorithm based on their reading habits. The platform allows individuals to create virtual bookshelves, track their reading progress with detailed statistics, set reading goals, and participate in live reading sessions. A barcode scanner is integrated to easily add physical books to a user's digital library.

Community is a central aspect of the platform. Users can connect with other readers, share highlights, and write book reviews. The business model also includes an e-commerce component; users can purchase books directly through the app with free shipping, with books delivered in 2-3 days. The company has established partnerships with several publishers, including Bastei Lübbe, Kein & Aber, Rowohlt, and Penguin. The app is available on both the App Store and Google Play.

Keywords: social reading, book discovery, reading tracker, book community, digital bookshelf, book recommendations, e-commerce for books, reader analytics, book reviews, mobile reading app, social reading platform, book purchasing, reading goals, literature app, author discovery, book clubs, reader engagement, publishing partnerships, bookworm community, read lists