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Best Literary App

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Finding the right literary app can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Literary App (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Times Literary SupplementThe Times Literary SupplementFree4.7★ (1K)NoYesSep 2026
2Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoSep 2026
3LiteraryLiteraryFree3.7★ (13)NoNoMay 2026
4Narrative: Novel Writing AppNarrative: Novel Writing AppFree4.4★ (50)NoYesSep 2026
5Literary ReviewLiterary ReviewFree2.5★ (6)NoYesSep 2026
6Text With AuthorsText With AuthorsFree4.8★ (6)YesYesSep 2026
7Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (89K)NoNoSep 2026
8English Poetry CollectionEnglish Poetry CollectionFree4.5★ (24)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Literary App

The Times Literary Supplement#1

The Times Literary Supplement by Times Media Limited (Apps)

Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.7😞(1K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access literary criticism, essays, poems, and cultural commentary. Explore fiction, philosophy, politics, and more with an easy search function and back issues. Includes weekly podcasts for in-depth cultural exploration.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Elegant interface
  • 🚀 Instant access to content
  • 🚀 Ability to export articles
  • 🚀 Holds multiple past issues

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent login issues
  • 🐛 Subscription recognition problems
  • 🐛 Inability to download issues
  • 🐛 Unstable and buggy app
  • 🐛 Confusing navigation and UI
Amazon Kindle: Reading App#2

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.9😊(5.8M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Books
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Access a vast library of eBooks, magazines, and comics on your mobile device. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, brightness, and page-turning options. Look up words, track progress, and sync across devices.

What We Love

  • 📚 Huge library of books
  • 📱 Portable and convenient
  • 🔍 Useful features like dictionary lookup and highlighting
  • 🌙 Adjustable reading settings (font, brightness, etc.)
  • 🔁 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 💰 Affordable books and Kindle Unlimited subscription

Room to Improve

  • 🛒 Cannot purchase books directly in the app
  • 🗂️ Difficulty organizing and managing large book libraries
  • 🔍 Inconsistent behavior when highlighting/taking notes
  • 🔄 Unreliable syncing between devices
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly
Literary#3

Literary by Jonathan Banks

Reading at the speed of light!
Worth Considering
📚 Books
3.7(13 ratings)
Free
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Boost your reading speed and comprehension with this app that uses Rapid Serial Visual Presentation (RSVP). It allows for adjustable speeds, progress tracking, and personalized reading experiences for EPUB files.

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FAQ about Literary App

What is the best literary app for iPhone?
The Times Literary Supplement tops our literary app ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top literary app we rank are free to download, including The Times Literary Supplement and Amazon Kindle: Reading App.
The Times Literary Supplement has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ literary app on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides a vibrant reading experience of the TLS, featuring literary discoveries, incisive criticism, essays, poems, and debates. It covers a wide range of topics including fiction, philosophy, religion, politics, social studies, and film, catering to those interested in culture and ideas.
You can access content in two main ways: if you are a subscriber to the TLS, you can log in using your surname and subscriber number. Alternatively, you can purchase individual issues for £2.99 or subscribe monthly for £7.99 via the iTunes store.