Track your reading backlog. Discover what to read next.
We're looking for a few readers to help test the app before launch.
What Is It?
Add books by scanning a barcode, pasting an Amazon link, or entering details manually. Tag them as digital or physical and get your To Be Read pile organized in seconds.
Every book on your shelf has a freshness score. They go from Fresh to Dusty to Expired the longer they sit unread.
Stuck in a reading slump? Get personalized picks from your own shelf based on your mood — quick reads, deep dives, genre mix, or surprise me.
If you have duplicates or books you won't reread, get instant resale quotes or generate QR codes for quick in-person sales.
What Happens Next
When the beta is ready, you'll get a personal email from me along with an invitation from Apple to install the app.
TestFlight is Apple's official app for trying out apps before they launch. It's free and takes about 30 seconds to install.
I'll include a direct link in your invitation email so you don't have to search for it.The invitation email has a single link. Tap it, and TestFlight will handle the rest. Shelf Life will appear on your home screen just like any other app.
You'll see a short walkthrough when you first open the app, then you're ready to go. Scan a barcode, paste an Amazon link, or add a book manually.
Use the app like you normally would and let me know what you think. I'll check in with you directly — no forms or surveys, just a conversation.
We're looking for a few readers who buy more books than they read and want a better way to manage their shelf. If that's you, sign up and we'll get you set up.
We'll send you a TestFlight invite soon.
Requires an iPhone running iOS 17 or later.