# Bookum: Discuss & Review Books — Where Bookish Chats Happen > Social platform for readers and authors to discuss books, form clubs, and share content. (iPhone/iPad app by Bookum Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookum-discuss-and-review-books/id6444262886 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Bookum Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653419096) - Category: Books, Education - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.31/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 118 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2023-11-15 - Data updated: 2026-06-11 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookum-discuss-and-review-books/id6444262886/reviews.md ## What is Bookum? Bookum (Shorthand for “Book Community”) is a dynamic social book clubbing and networking platform for readers and authors alike. Create clubs, join community Nooks (Live Podcasting), and even monetize your bookish-generated content (BGC). Bookum is where ‘Bookish Conversations Happen’ so connect with your friends on a platform made for book lovers! Features: Nooks All great books (and even bad books) need to be discussed and Nooks are the place to do it! Nooks are our social-audio rooms that allow you to have real-time book discussions. If something juicy happens in your book, invite your friends and talk about it! No more having to wait to connect. Book Clubs Bring your offline book club online with a full immersive and communal book club experience. You can choose to host a private club with selected friends only (great for small group book clubs) or you can even make your club open to the public and let any app user join in on the fun! Club features include private Nooks, dynamic group chats, and admin tools that allow you to add friends and authors to join in on your book discussions. No more having to jump from app to app to host your online book clubs. Host it all in one spot! Membership Clubs Book Content creators create so much value for the book space and your members want to show you an appreciation for your amazing bookish-generated content (BGC). Host book clubs, Nooks, and other exclusive content and allow your members a monthly subscription to your Membership Club. Community Share books, photos, blogs, and reviews that the community can comment on and react to. Find like-minded readers to connect with and follow… Who knows maybe you all will even start a book club together! Bookum is where ‘Bookish Conversations Happen’ so connect with your friends on a platform made for book lovers! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/macapps/stdeula/ ## Key features - Live audio book discussions (Nooks) - Public and private book clubs - Membership clubs for creators - Content sharing (books, photos, blogs, reviews) - Community networking and following - In-app chat and admin tools ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Book Club | $49.99 | per 6 months | | Book Club | $24.99 | per 3 months | | Book Club | $9.99 | per month | | Book Club | $99.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (5 of 5) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookum-discuss-and-review-books/id6444262886/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Email Confirmation *2025-04-04* Email Confirmations take hours to receive. And by that time you need another. So can’t make a profile. ### 4/5 — Mic Difficulties *2024-03-21* I’m not sure if my mic is on or off while in a Nook Session. The icon doesn’t change on my end symbols or light up in any manner red/green for me to know. I fear interrupting speakers or accidentally have it on without knowing. Thus driving me away from events. Pls fix this ux. **Developer response:** Absolutely, I understand your concern. In the Nook Session, the mic is automatically turned off when you're in the "listener" area. You won't inadvertently interrupt speakers or have your mic on without realizing it. Once you're on the "stage," you'll see a clear "mute" or "unmute" mic icon, giving you full control over your audio. So feel free to participate without worrying about accidental interruptions! ### 5/5 — Join now, thank me later! *2024-03-12* I’ve been riding with Bookum for a while now. I started as a beta users and the app has come so far. The developers are so receptive to feedback and are building a community for book lovers and content creators. I’ve gotten tons of great recommendations from seeing what others are reading and checking out their reviews. I love to be able to share what I’m reading with a community who gets it. ### 5/5 — New favorite book app *2023-11-19* Love the community on this app so far. The clubs are fun and the Nooks are awesome! ### 5/5 — Loved this App *2023-11-15* I was a beta user and the app was awesome! I love how easy it is to use. My favorite part was the book progress features and the nooks ## Frequently asked questions about Bookum ### What is Bookum? Bookum is a social platform designed for readers and authors. It allows users to create and join book clubs, participate in live audio discussions called Nooks, and share book-related content. Authors can also set up membership clubs to monetize their content. ### Can I host private book clubs on Bookum? Yes, Bookum allows you to host private book clubs for selected friends. You can also create public clubs that any app user can join, offering a flexible experience for different group sizes and preferences. ### How can authors monetize their content on Bookum? Authors can create 'Membership Clubs' on Bookum. Through these clubs, they can offer exclusive content, host private book clubs, and run Nooks for their subscribers, allowing members to show appreciation for their work via monthly subscriptions. ### What are Nooks on Bookum? Nooks are social-audio rooms within Bookum where users can engage in real-time book discussions. You can invite friends to join these live conversations to talk about specific books or literary topics as they happen. ### What devices does Bookum support? Bookum is currently supported on iPhone devices. The app was last updated on January 1, 2026, with version 2.0.15. ### What is the age rating for Bookum? Bookum has an age rating of 17+. This is based on its content and features, which may include mature themes or discussions relevant to adult readers and authors. ### Does Bookum have ads? No, Bookum does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with monetization coming from in-app purchases and subscription plans. ### What are the subscription prices for Book Clubs on Bookum? Bookum offers several subscription plans for Book Clubs, including monthly at $9.99, quarterly at $24.99, semi-annually at $49.99, and annually at $99.99. These plans provide access to premium club features and content. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.16 — 2026-05-19 What’s New in This Release We’ve been working behind the scenes to make your experience smoother, faster, and more reliable. This update includes: • Major performance and stability improvements across the app • A refreshed and improved UI/UX experience across multiple screens • New Club Chat Rooms within book libraries for deeper book-specific discussions • Improved Nooks experience with smoother interactions and better event flow • Introducing Book Tours discover, join, and engage with book authors • Faster loading times and reduced app size • Better navigation and overall usability improvements • Bug fixes and reliability improvements across iOS and Android Thanks for using Bookum! If you enjoy the app, please consider leaving us a review. ### 2.0.15 — 2026-01-01 What’s New in This Release We’ve been working behind the scenes to make your experience smoother and more reliable. This update includes: • Minor bug fixes to improve the apps stability. Thanks for using Bookum! If you enjoy the app, please consider leaving us a review. ### 2.0.14 — 2025-12-01 What’s New in This Release We’ve been working behind the scenes to make your experience smoother and more reliable. This update includes: • Minor bug fixes to improve the apps stability. Thanks for using Bookum! If you enjoy the app, please consider leaving us a review. ### 2.0.13 — 2025-10-18 What’s New in This Release We’ve been working behind the scenes to make your experience smoother and more reliable. This update includes: • Minor bug fixes to improve the apps stability Thanks for using Bookum! If you enjoy the app, please consider leaving us a review. ### 2.0.12 — 2025-09-21 What’s New in This Release We’ve been working behind the scenes to make your experience smoother and more reliable. This update includes: • Minor bug fixes to improve the apps stability. Thanks for using Bookum! 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Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-11.*