# BookWish: Reader gift registry — The Universal Book Wishlist

> Universal book wishlist and peer-to-peer book exchange platform. (iPhone/iPad app by Terry Heath.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookwish-reader-gift-registry/id6748889200 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Terry Heath](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825197895)
- Category: Books, Shopping
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 95 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookwish-reader-gift-registry/id6748889200/reviews.md

## What is BookWish?

BookWish is like a wedding registry, for books.
Keep a list of the books you want. Share it with anyone — for a birthday, a holiday, or no reason at all. They give you the ones you'd have bought yourself.
No duplicates. No guessing. The book you wanted.
Wish. Share. Read.

Privacy Policy: https://bookwish.io/privacy
Terms of Use: https://bookwish.io/terms

## Key features

- Build and manage book wishlists
- Discover books from other readers
- Get notified when wishlist books are available
- Pass on finished books to others
- Add books via search, barcode, or friend's list
- Share wishlists for gift-giving

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BookWish Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| BookWish Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BookWish Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| BookWish Premium Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about BookWish

### What is BookWish?

BookWish is an app designed to help you create and manage your book wishlists. It also facilitates finding books from other readers and passing on books you've finished.

### How do I add books to my BookWish wishlist?

You can add books to your wishlist by searching for them, scanning their barcode, or importing them from a friend's list.

### Does BookWish have ads?

No, BookWish does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional premium subscription plans.

### What are the BookWish subscription plans?

BookWish offers premium monthly subscriptions for $4.99 and yearly subscriptions for $49.99, providing enhanced features.

### Is BookWish available on all devices?

BookWish is currently available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for BookWish?

BookWish has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is BookWish updated?

The latest version of BookWish is 4.1.2, and it was last updated on May 17, 2026, indicating regular maintenance and updates.

### Can I share my BookWish list with others?

Yes, you can make your book wishlist public, which is useful for gift-giving occasions or for friends to see what you're looking for.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2.0 — 2026-06-12

Easier than ever to add to your list: search by title or scan its barcode with your phone. Sharing your list is dead simple too.

### 4.1.2 — 2026-05-17

Buy the books you want from other readers like you. Get notified when books on your wishlist are offered by other readers.

### 4.0.1 — 2026-04-11

Fixed log-in bug.

### 3.2.0 — 2026-02-17

Gift books to classrooms and libraries.
Easier gifting to friends and family.

### 3.1.1 — 2026-01-28

Updated to be faster and better!

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## More apps by Terry Heath

- [AnalogList](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/analoglist/id6760728325)
- [Kindred: Stay Close](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kindred-stay-close/id6761225471)

All apps by Terry Heath: https://appshunter.io/developer/1825197895

## Related topics

[book wishlist](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/book-wishlist)

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