Open Development Log

Bookworm Changelog - Built in the Open

I ship small, frequent improvements to Bookworm - a minimalist reading tracker app. This page documents what changed, why we changed it, and how it helps readers. We build transparently and prioritize requests from the community, often inspired by thoughtful tools like StoryGraph.

Bookworm Update: v1.6.1 (2025.11.08.)

Bug fixes:

When clicking the back button on book modification, the book was saved.

  • Fix accidental book save on cancelled modification.

Bookworm Update: v1.6.0 (2025.11.03.)

Feature release: added book types for clearer tracking.

We added book types so you can categorize your reads (e.g., physical, ebook, audiobook). This helps make stats clearer and prepares future filters.

  • Add book types.

Bookworm Update: v1.5.4 (2025.10.28.)

Bug fixes and improvements for stability and clarity.

This patch release improves production reliability and fixes notes handling.

  • Fix book and entry note.
  • Minor UI fixes.

Bookworm Update: v1.5.0 (2025.10.27.)

Feature release with notes and roadmap.

You can now add notes to books, and we’ve published a public roadmap to make upcoming work visible.

  • Add book note.
  • Roadmap page.

Bookworm Update: v1.3.0 (2025.10.26.)

A focused release to improve discovery and sign-up clarity.

We introduced lightweight landing pages and added conversion tracking to understand how visitors become readers. Clear messaging and frictionless paths help more people start logging books in seconds.

  • New landing pages.
  • Changelog (this) page.
  • Conversion tracking for the registration funnel.

Bookworm Update: v1.0.0 (2025.10.24.)

Initial public release with core reading features.

The first stable version delivers the essentials: add books, track progress, manage your account, and try Bookworm with a free trial before subscribing. Simple, reliable, and distraction‑free.

  • User accounts: login, logout, password reset/change, Google sign‑in, email change, data export, deletion.
  • Books: search, add, edit, delete, and start reading.
  • Reading entries: add, add note, modify, and delete.
  • Subscriptions: free trial and three options - monthly, annual, or pay‑per‑use.

About Bookworm

Bookworm is a calm reading tracker that helps you add books, log pages, and build steady reading habits. It’s a lightweight, low‑cost alternative to complex apps - simple enough to use every day.