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Goodreads Is Broken (onezero.medium.com)

468 points by lxm · 2598 days ago · 288 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses the limitations and issues with Goodreads, a popular book review and recommendation website. Although the article's content is not available, the comments suggest that users are looking for new features and improvements to the site. Some users have expressed frustration with the site's lack of development and poor search functionality. Others have suggested alternative platforms and ideas for improving the site.

Main themes

  • Goodreads limitations
  • search functionality
  • alternative platforms
  • book recommendation
  • user experience

What commenters say

  • Goodreads has not introduced any significant new features in years, leading to user frustration.
  • The site's search functionality is poor and needs improvement.
  • Some users prefer to use Goodreads manually, without integrating it with their e-readers or other devices.
  • Alternative platforms, such as Librarything, offer more advanced features and better user experiences.
  • Creating a better front-end for Goodreads using its API could be a viable solution to its limitations.
  • Some users value the convenience and scale of Goodreads, despite its limitations, and do not see a need for alternative platforms.
  • Improving Goodreads would require significant investment and a more professional approach to development and testing.
  • A potential solution to Goodreads' limitations could be to create a new platform that focuses on deep discussion and Q&A, organized by chapter or book.