Quick Reads
13 books that can be finished in under two hours. Perfect for a single sitting.
Reading Tracker
Choose a book, record where you are, and set a daily goal. Your progress is stored in localStorage in this browser; it is not uploaded to a user account.
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If the EPUB has no fixed print pagination, the tool starts with an estimated page count and lets you replace it with the page total shown by your own reader.
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How the progress estimate works
The reading time estimator gives you a realistic sense of how long a book will take to read. It uses the book's word count and a standard reading speed.
The catalog's median book is about 70,000 words, which takes around 5 hours at a typical pace. But titles vary from short stories to epics.
Steady Reads
20 books that take 2-4 hours. Good for a weekend afternoon.
Immersive Reads
49 books that take 4-8 hours. Plan for a few sessions.
Marathon Reads
11 books over 8 hours. For dedicated readers.
Making Steady Progress with Pages
The Reading Tracker is built around a simple idea: progress is measured in pages, not minutes or sections. This keeps your planning concrete and tied to the physical or digital page you are on. The tracker records your current page, total pages, and a daily page goal. If the catalog does not have a fixed page count, it estimates one by dividing the word count by 250 words per page.
For example, The Ivory Tower — Background and Themes has a word count of 91,080, so the initial page estimate would be around 364 pages. You can replace that estimate with the total page count from your own edition if it differs. The tracker then uses your daily goal to estimate how many days you need to finish.
Setting a Daily Page Goal That Works
The default daily goal is 20 pages, which is a reasonable starting point for many readers. If you are reading The Ivory Tower, that would mean finishing in about 18 days (364 pages ÷ 20). You can adjust the goal up or down to match your schedule. A lower goal, like 10 pages, would stretch the book to about 36 days, while a higher goal of 30 pages would bring it to about 12 days.
The tracker estimates finish days as the ceiling of remaining pages divided by your daily goal. So if you have 100 pages left and a goal of 20, it will show 5 days. This is a rough estimate, but it helps you plan. You can also see the estimated remaining time in minutes, which is proportional to the total estimated reading time.
Updating Your Total Page Count
The initial page estimate is based on 250 words per page, which is a common approximation but may not match your edition. If your copy of The Ivory Tower has 400 pages, you can enter that number, and the tracker will recalculate the remaining time and finish days accordingly. This is especially useful if you are reading a print edition with different formatting.
The tracker stores your progress history in the browser's localStorage, so you do not need an account. This means your data stays on your device, and you can update your current page as you go. The tracker does not record sections or minutes as progress—only pages—so make sure you update it regularly to keep your estimates accurate.
Using the Tracker Alongside Other Tools
The Reading Tracker is most effective when paired with the Book Finder and Compare tools. Use the Finder to select a book that fits your time and interests, then use Compare to see how its length and structure match your reading habits. Once you start, the tracker gives you a concrete plan.
For a book like The Ivory Tower, which has a high average sentence length of 28.1 words, you might want to set a lower daily goal to allow for more careful reading. The tracker does not judge your pace; it simply helps you see where you are. By combining these tools, you can move from browsing to finishing with confidence.