🠄 Back to solutions

LazyLibrarian

LazyLibrarian automates the discovery and download of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, managing metadata and integrating with popular download clients.

Description

LazyLibrarian is a powerful, open-source application designed to automate the process of acquiring ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. It integrates with various online resources like Goodreads, LibraryThing, and Google Books to gather metadata for authors and their works. Users can specify desired books, and LazyLibrarian will search for and download them via NZB, torrent, or magnet links, sending them to supported download clients like Sabnzbd, Deluge, or Transmission. Post-download, it automatically organizes and tags the files with metadata in a Calibre-compatible format, enhancing library management. LazyLibrarian also offers an OPDS interface for easy browsing and download from ebook clients, expanding its accessibility and functionality.

Features

Supports multiple sources for metadata retrieval, including Goodreads, LibraryThing, and Google Books.Allows users to mark books as 'wanted' to trigger automated downloads.Searches for and downloads books using NZB, torrent, and magnet links.Integrates with various download clients, including Sabnzbd, Deluge, Transmission, and more.Automatically extracts metadata and saves cover images.Provides a Calibre-compatible metadata format for seamless library integration.Offers an OPDS interface for easy browsing and downloads from ebook readers.Includes support for magazines and comics.Provides user-friendly web interface for easier management.

Benefits

Automated book acquisition saves significant time and effort.Centralized management of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines simplifies organization.Improved metadata organization enhances searchability and library management.Integration with multiple download clients provides flexibility and convenience.OPDS interface enables easy access and download for ebook clients.Supports various formats, including ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines.Open-source nature allows for community contributions and customization.Regular updates ensure compatibility with new platforms and features.

Links

Details