About Rate My Reads

Welcome to Rate My Reads, a community-driven platform dedicated to helping readers understand the content of books before they dive in. Our mission is simple: to provide clear, informative, judgement-free insights into what you can expect in terms of mature themes and potential triggers.

Why Rate My Reads?

Empower Your Choices
Know what you’re getting into before you read. Whether you prefer light-hearted romance or gritty drama, our ratings help you select books that match your comfort level.
Protect Your Peace of Mind
Some topics can be emotionally challenging. By highlighting sensitive content and potential triggers, we give you the tools to avoid unexpected distress.

How It Works

Community Votes
Anyone can rate each book on a series of content categories.
Aggregate Scores
Individual ratings are averaged to produce clear, easy to understand, indicators.
Trigger Warnings
Critical content flags are listed so you can decide what’s right for you.

Our Commitment

Informative, Not Judgmental
We provide data and community feedback—never moralizing opinions.
Inclusive & Respectful
Everyone’s boundaries are valid. We encourage respectful discussion and diverse perspectives.

Get Involved

Rate a Book: Sign up and start contributing your insights.
Suggest a Title: Don’t see your favorite book? Help us expand our catalog.
Provide General Feedback: See a bug? Or have an idea to help us improve? Let us know!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do you ensure accuracy?
A: We use a combination of community voting and moderation.
Q: Can I change my vote?
A: Yes! Your ratings are always editable on the associated book's page.
Q: What is your tech stack?
A: We use Axum for the backend with HTML templating and some Htmx for the frontend. Additionaly, we use PostgreSQL for the database, MinIO for object storage, Umami for analytics, and Clerk for authentication.

Thank you for visiting Rate My Reads. We’re excited to help you discover books that respect your boundaries. Happy reading!