Reading is the backbone of good writing, and that’s why we are always told to read books. But sometimes, you don’t find a book according to your mood, isn’t it? Maybe you’re feeling a bit angry, nostalgic or want to read something light related to the entertainment world, but your collection lacks such categories. You also might not know what to pick without proper guidance. No worries! BooksByMood is a website designed to help you find exactly what you need.

Yes, this website does precisely as its title suggests. The concept is great for mood-driven readers looking for books that match their current feelings. The platform’s layout is clean, with an easy-to-navigate interface that allows users to filter moods and discover relevant books quickly.

As you open the site, you aren’t offered much initially. However, the homepage provides an ample choice of moods to choose from, accompanied by the question at the top, “How are you feeling?” Sounds intriguing, doesn’t it?

Below this, you’ll find many typical moods we experience daily, such as tired, lonely, inspired, energetic, confused, relaxed, bored, nostalgic, anxious, motivated, sad, enchanted and many more.

Choose one; for example, if I select ‘Tired,’ the next page will display a suggested book based on my mood, along with a summary and a link to buy it on Amazon. If the book doesn’t interest you, you can click the ‘Next Book’ tab to jump to another option that matches your chosen mood.

While the mood-based approach is innovative, it may not always yield the most accurate matches. Sometimes, you may find mood-appropriate, but lesser-known titles that might not meet quality expectations. Additionally, you must purchase the books to read them, as the site doesn’t offer PDFs or an option to listen to them.

Overall, the site is great for getting recommendations. After reading the summaries, you can create a book list to purchase when you get the chance. So don’t wait — look for your next perfect read at www.booksbymood.com!

Published in Dawn, Young World, October 19th, 2024