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# Calibre-Web — E-Book Library
# Calibre-Web: E-Book Library & Sync
**Calibre-Web** is a web-based e-book manager that provides a clean interface to browse, read, and manage your e-book collection. It connects to a Calibre database for metadata and covers.
## Access
- **Web UI:** <https://rookery.mynest.love>
- **Internal (home network):** <http://calibre-web.k3s.home.nest>
## Features
- Browse e-books by title, author, series, or tag
- Read books directly in the browser with an integrated viewer
- Download books in your preferred format (EPUB, PDF, MOBI, AZW3)
- Manage metadata: edit titles, authors, covers, and descriptions
- Support for multiple libraries
## Getting Started
1. Open <https://rookery.mynest.love> in your browser.
2. Click **Sign In** and choose **Sign in with The Nest**.
3. Browse the library or use the search bar to find a book.
4. Click **Read Online** to view in-browser, or **Download** to save locally.
## Supported Formats
- **EPUB** — Best for most e-readers and apps
- **PDF** — Universal compatibility
- **MOBI / AZW3** — Kindle-compatible formats
- **TXT** — Plain text (no formatting)
## Tips
- **Kindle delivery:** If you have a Kindle, use the "Send to Kindle" feature (if enabled by admin) to deliver books directly to your device.
- **Series ordering:** Books in a series are automatically ordered. Use the series view to read them in sequence.
- **Metadata editing:** Some metadata fields can be edited directly in the web UI. Changes sync back to the Calibre database.
## Where Does the Content Come From?
E-books are stored on an NFS share (`robin.home.nest:/yarr/media/books/calibre-library`). New books are added by:
- **[Shelfmark](../media-request/shelfmark.md)** — Users can request ebooks directly through Shelfmark, which automatically populates the Calibre library.
- **Admin upload** — The admin may add books manually via the `calibre-ingest` directory (monitored for new files).
- **Calibre-Web upload** — If enabled by admin, you can upload books directly through the web UI.
## Related Services
- [Shelfmark](../media-request/shelfmark.md) — Request ebooks and audiobooks (populated into Calibre library)
- [Audiobookshelf](../media-and-entertainment/audiobookshelf.md) — For audiobooks instead of e-books
**Calibre-Web** is the digital book library for **The Nest**. It provides a clean interface to browse, read, and manage your e-book collection, complete with in-browser reading, e-reader sync support, and automatic reading tracking.
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## 1. Getting Started & Reading Online
1. Visit **[rookery.mynest.love](https://rookery.mynest.love)** in your web browser.
2. Click **Sign In** and select **"Sign in with The Nest"**.
3. Log in using your standard Nest passkey.
4. Search or browse through the library by title, author, series, or tag.
5. Click **Read Online** to read directly in your browser, or **Download** to save a copy in your preferred format (EPUB, PDF, MOBI, etc.).
---
## 2. Connecting E-Readers (OPDS & KoSync)
Calibre-Web supports **OPDS** (Open Publication Distribution System) for browsing and downloading books directly on e-readers, as well as **KoSync** for syncing your reading progress and bookmarks across multiple devices.
> [!WARNING]
> **Application Key Required for E-Readers**
> Standard passkeys and Single Sign-On do **not** work directly inside third-party e-reader apps. To connect an e-reader app, you must generate a dedicated **Application Key**:
>
> 1. Log in to [rookery.mynest.love](https://rookery.mynest.love) in your web browser.
> 2. Open your **Account Settings**.
> 3. Under **Application Keys**, enter a label (e.g., *"KOReader Kobo"* or *"Readest iPhone"*) and click **Generate**.
> 4. **Copy the key immediately!** It will only be displayed once. (We recommend saving it in **Vaultwarden**[cite: 5, 7]).
### E-Reader Endpoints & Login Credentials
When logging in from an e-reader app, use the following credentials:
* **Username:** Your Nest username
* **Password:** Your generated **Application Key**
| Protocol | Service URL / Endpoint | Purpose |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **OPDS** | `https://rookery.mynest.love/opds` | Browse and download books directly on your e-reader |
| **KoSync** | `https://rookery.mynest.love/sync` | Sync reading progress and bookmarks across devices |
---
## 3. Recommended E-Reader Clients
You can connect any app that supports OPDS or KoSync. Here are our top recommended e-reader applications:
* **[KOReader](https://koreader.rocks/):** *(Available for Android, Kindle, Kobo, Windows, Linux)* — The premier open-source reading application featuring native OPDS browsing and built-in KoSync support.
* **[Readest](https://readest.app/):** *(Available for iOS)* — A sleek, modern e-reader app for iPhone and iPad with built-in OPDS support.
> [!TIP]
> **Have a Kindle?**
> If you'd like to install KOReader on a Kindle, check out [Kindle Mod Shelf](https://kindlemodshelf.me/) for jailbreaking guides! Alternatively, you can use the web interface's *"Send to Kindle"* feature to deliver EPUB or MOBI files directly to your Amazon account.
---
## 4. Where Does Content Come From?
To keep metadata, covers, and series details clean and consistent, direct file uploads inside Calibre-Web are disabled.
* **Requesting New Books:** Request any e-book title via **[Shelfmark](../media-request/shelfmark.md)**! Shelfmark automatically fetches high-quality metadata and imports the book directly into Calibre-Web.
* **Contributing Existing Libraries:** Have a large collection of e-books you'd like to share with The Nest? Reach out to an administrator on Matrix to arrange a batch import!
---
## 5. Hardcover Reading Tracker Integration
Love tracking your reading stats and sharing book reviews? Calibre-Web integrates natively with **[Hardcover](https://hardcover.app)**:
1. Create a free account at [hardcover.app](https://hardcover.app).
2. Generate an **API Token** in your Hardcover account settings.
3. Paste the token into your Calibre-Web account settings on [rookery.mynest.love](https://rookery.mynest.love).
Once linked, books you read in Calibre-Web will automatically sync with your Hardcover profile!
---
## 6. Supported File Formats
* **EPUB:** The recommended standard for e-readers, mobile apps, and web reading. *(Most non-EPUB formats are automatically converted to EPUB upon import).*
* **PDF:** Ideal for fixed-layout documents, comics, and technical manuals.
* **MOBI / AZW3:** Amazon Kindle legacy formats.
* **TXT:** Plain text files.
---
## 7. Service Summary & Related Links
| Component | URL / Endpoint | Purpose |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Calibre-Web UI** | [rookery.mynest.love](https://rookery.mynest.love) | Web interface, online reading, and account settings |
### Related Nest Documentation:
* **[Shelfmark](../media-request/shelfmark.md):** Request new e-books to automatically populate the library.
* **[Audiobookshelf](../media-and-entertainment/audiobookshelf.md):** Listen to audiobooks and podcasts[cite: 6, 7].