Goodreads Title Activity

Marketing Insights looks at Goodreads engagement metrics for all of your titles. The most recent member activity and review data can be found in the Goodreads Snapshot panel, and detailed history (since we began monitoring your title) can be in the Goodreads Title Activity chart.

Strong Goodreads member activity suggests an increased likelihood for cross-channel sales success. (In particular, Goodreads activity has been correlated with brick-and-mortar sales.) All books should be completely and accurately listed on Goodreads, with strong, positive reader engagement.

Member activity

See how readers are actively engaging with your books within Goodreads.

• Currently reading: The number of Goodreads users who have indicated they are currently reading a title. This is a strong signal of the book's traction among the reading public.
• To read: The number of Goodreads users who have added a book to their "want to read" shelf. This may be a book they already own or one they may purchase or borrow in the future. In either case, it is a strong signal of consumer interest and intent.

Reviews & Ratings

Understand how readers are responding within Goodreads.

• Number of reviews and ratings: Books should have as many legitimate and positive customer reviews and ratings as possible. Encourage readers and fans to submit reviews on Goodreads (via newsletters, social media postings, and other direct outreach).
• Star rating: Average customer ratings on Goodreads should be 4 stars and up. If readers are negatively reviewing the book, make sure that you are positioning the book to reach the right audience and appropriately set reader expectations.

Other items to consider

Make sure the book has an up-to-date and accurate listing on Goodreads.

• Description: Does the Goodreads page include a detailed description of the book?
• Cover: Is the cover image high-quality and legible?
• Other media: Are there additional photos and videos available about the book?
• Author: Is the title accurately linked to primary author?

Note: Different formats and editions are rolled-up into a single parent listing on Goodreads. Goodreads data shown in Marketing Insights is based on all formats and editions of the book.