# Novel Public Library

> Offline TXT novel reader with extensive library and daily rewards. (iPhone/iPad app by 志会 康.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novel-public-library/id1159601687 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [志会 康](https://appshunter.io/developer/1155886400)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.91/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 49 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese
- Released: 2016-09-30
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novel-public-library/id1159601687/reviews.md

## What is Novel Public Library?

Novel — A Public Domain Classics Library with an AI Reading Guide.
Discover timeless works from the public domain, read offline, and explore books with the help of an AI-powered reading guide.

[Public Domain Classics, Free to Download]
Chinese classics like Dream of the Red Chamber, Romance of Three Kingdoms, Shiji, and Tao Te Ching, plus world literature like Pride and Prejudice, Meditations, and War and Peace. All books sourced from Project Gutenberg and other public domain archives — fully legal, continuously updated.

[AI Smart Guide — 4 Features]
• Chapter Summary — instant key plot points
• Character Analysis — track relationships on demand
• Word & Allusion — select text for archaic word definitions
• AI Translation — bilingual, preserving literary quality
Free users get a daily allowance; AI Premium unlocks unlimited access.

[Immersive Reader]
• 5 themes: Parchment / White / Deep Blue / OLED Night / Eye Care Green
• Smart chapter detection for Chinese and English texts
• Bookmarks, notes, 5-color highlights, auto-save progress

[WiFi Import — Your Local Library]
Connect phone and laptop to the same Wi-Fi, open http://[phone-ip]:8888 in a browser, and drag-drop txt / epub / pdf / mobi. UTF-8 + GB18030 supported. Also import via Files.app, iCloud, or iTunes.

[AI Premium Subscription]
• Monthly / Yearly (save 44%, 3-day free trial) / Lifetime
Public domain books are always free. AI Premium only unlocks smart features.

[Privacy Promise]
• No account required
• No third-party tracking 
• Data stays on your device

Terms of Use (EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Massive novel library
- Hot and trending novels
- Real-time update notifications
- Offline caching
- Wi-Fi local file import
- Daily login rewards

## Recent user reviews (10 of 49)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novel-public-library/id1159601687/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 好看

*2024-06-30*

非常高兴

### 1/5 — 打不開

*2023-06-21, version 1.1*

下載後，打開app就一片黑根本什麼都沒有

### 2/5 — Cannot even open the apps

*2023-04-25, version 1.1*

I find this app cannot read at all

### 1/5 — 黑屏

*2022-11-07, version 1.1*

下載完剛打開就黑屏頂多給個LOGO
啥也沒有？

### 1/5 — 打不開

*2021-10-03, version 1.1*

下載後打開不了APP 是怎樣！？免費也沒用啊，根本看不到！

### 4/5 — 無法看下篇～獲取收費信息失敗

*2021-06-06, version 1.1*

看到刺激吧處沒辦法看下篇

### 1/5 — 更新後想要看書就跳掉

*2021-04-21, version 1.1*

更新後不能看了一直跳掉

### 4/5 — 沒辦法收尋

*2021-02-28, version 1.1*

好看是好看，但每次要收尋，它就會跳掉

### 2/5 — 請問iphone11更新後一直閃退如何處理

*2021-01-31, version 1.1*

請問閃退的問題什麼時候可以改善

### 1/5 — 無言

*2020-11-30, version 1.1*

最近怎麼了 跟本不能看 點進去書籍 一直自動退出

## Frequently asked questions about Novel Public Library

### What is this app?

This app is a novel reader that provides access to a massive library of popular and trending novels. It allows users to cache books for offline reading and import local files via Wi-Fi, ensuring a convenient reading experience.

### What are the key features?

Key features include a comprehensive library of hot novels, real-time update notifications for ongoing series, offline caching for uninterrupted reading, the ability to import local books via Wi-Fi, and daily login rewards.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a large selection of novels. It also provides daily login rewards, which can be used to access more content.

### Can I read books offline?

Yes, you can cache books for offline reading. This feature allows you to enjoy your favorite novels anytime, anywhere, without needing an internet connection.

### What kind of books can I find?

The app covers a wide range of popular and trending novels from various major websites. You can find almost any book you're looking for, with extensive categorization and ranking systems.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-09-06

v1.2 — AI Smart Guide is here!

• Chapter Summary — AI-generated key plot points
• Character Analysis — track relationships on demand
• Word & Allusion — select text for archaic word definitions
• AI Translation — bilingual, preserving literary quality
• Smoother page-turning performance

Public domain books are always free. AI Premium unlocks unlimited access.

### 1.1 — 2016-10-16

Apple 已更新此 App 以显示 Apple Watch App 图标。

优化程序体验

### 1.0 — 2016-09-30

No release notes.

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