A kid-led literacy project

Reading is a right, not a privilege.

That's the idea behind Bookling — run by seventh grader Aaryaman Kinra. Book reviews, author conversations, and free libraries for kids who need them most.

32+book reviews published
1free library opened
20books on the shelf
2Author Speaks episodes recorded

Book reviews

Aaryaman reads and reviews new middle-grade and YA books — honest, kid's-eye takes, published on Medium and on Bookosmia.

Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief

A review of Rick Riordan's modern classic, published on both Medium and Bookosmia.

Read the review

Author Speaks

Bookling's interview series — conversations with the authors and editors who make children's books happen, shared on YouTube and Instagram.

See all episodes on YouTube

Libraries started

Bookling stocks free libraries in schools and learning centres, then tracks who's actually borrowing.

Kumon Whitefield, Bangalore

Bookling's first free library, hosted by Mr. Shankar and Ms. Lavanya.

20books on the shelf
11books borrowed so far
7readers signed up
Aaryaman with Mr. Shankar and Ms. Lavanya at the Kumon Whitefield library opening
The shelf, opening day at Kumon Whitefield
A reader borrowing a book at the Bookling library
Bookling's First Library is OPEN!Watch on YouTube

Want a free library at your school or centre? Get in touch.

Take action

Bookling runs on people willing to host a shelf, share a book, or spread the word. Here's where to start.

  • Host a free library

    Have a school, class, or community space with room for a shelf? Bookling can help stock it.

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  • Donate books

    Middle-grade and YA books in good condition find a home in one of Bookling's libraries.

    Get in touch

  • Watch Author Speaks

    New author and editor conversations, posted to YouTube.

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  • Follow along

    Reviews, library updates, and behind-the-scenes posts on Instagram.

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