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Share. Read. Repeat. Across UAE

Share the books sitting on your shelf

Give finished books a second life, help another reader discover a story, and make space at home while staying connected to readers nearby.

  • 📚 Give books a second life — clear shelf space and help another reader discover a story they'll love
  • 🔄 Borrow from nearby shelves — request books from readers in your area, completely free
  • 🇦🇪 UAE's own book community — built for readers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and beyond
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Marketing Enterprenurship Habits Kids

Marketing Mastery Hub

Explore our marketing collection to enhance your skills in branding, advertising, and content creation—borrow a book today and elevate your expertise.

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Reading habit

Track your reading.
Build the habit.

The reading calendar shows every day you read, keeps your streak alive, and remembers where you left off.

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Track your streak See consecutive reading days at a glance. One more day keeps the chain unbroken.
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Take notes — share if you like Save quotes, page numbers and thoughts per book. Share the best ones or keep them private.
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Last read page & book Always know exactly where you left off — book title and page number, remembered for you.
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Reading Calendar June 2026
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18-day streak Keep it going!
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Atomic Habits Last read: page 147

Entrepreneurship Essentials

Explore our entrepreneurship collection to inspire your business journey, share experiences, and connect with fellow aspiring entrepreneurs—borrow a book today!

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Cultivating Good Habits

Discover books that inspire positive habits and daily transformations—dive in to borrow and cultivate your best self through shared wisdom.

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Kids books

Kids finish books fast. Why buy every title when you can borrow from nearby readers?

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Frequently asked questions

How does Koottar work?

Koottar allows you to borrow and lend books effortlessly within your community, creating lasting connections.

Is there a cost to borrow books?

No, borrowing books through Koottar is entirely free!

Can anyone join the Koottar community?

Yes, anyone interested in reading and sharing books can join the Koottar community.

What types of books can I find?

You can find a wide range of books from different genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and more.

How can I celebrate Islamic New Year through reading?

You can celebrate by sharing your favorite books and borrowing new ones from your community, enriching your reading experience this festive season.

Discover books

Borrow from books others have shared

When you want your next read, browse books shared by nearby readers by genre, language or availability.

Fiction Self-Help Business Biography History Psychology Philosophy Fantasy Children Health Technology Art Spirituality
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Community

Upcoming book events

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Book Discussion

Bookends Book Club: Yellowface

calendar_today Sat, 11 Jul 2026 · 11:00 location_on Bookends - Dubai silicon oasis, A3 building, Dubai silicon Oasis · Dubai

By Arun Mechira

Book Reading

Dubai Downtown Book Club | Book: "Surrounded By Idiots" 📚

calendar_today Tue, 14 Jul 2026 · 19:00 location_on Dubai Downtown | Book Club Meeting Point Downtown · Dubai

By Arun Mechira

Book Discussion

Free: A Child and a Country at the End of History

calendar_today Wed, 15 Jul 2026 · 19:15 location_on Media one hotel Ciao Bella Restaurant Ground Floor - Media One Hotel Falak Street | Media City Dubai · Dubai

By Arun Mechira

Book Discussion

Shoe Dog - Phil Knight

calendar_today Sat, 18 Jul 2026 · 17:00 location_on The Coffee Souk al Bahar, Dubai Mall - Level 3, opposite Starbucks. · Dubai

By Arun Mechira

Book Discussion

📚 Bookends Business Club: Start With Why

calendar_today Sat, 25 Jul 2026 · 11:00 location_on Bookends Dubai silicon oasis, A3 building, Dubai silicon Oasis · Dubai

By Arun Mechira

Book Reading

‘Factfulness’ by Hans Rosling (2018)

calendar_today Sat, 25 Jul 2026 · 13:30 location_on Seva Table Jumeirah Beach Road, 27B Street, Villa 5/1B Jumeirah 1, 413752 · dubai

By Arun Mechira

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How it works

From shelf clutter to shared books
in two steps

  1. Step 01

    Upload your books

    Add the books you have finished. Koottar reads the cover and fills in the details for you.

  2. Step 02

    Help a nearby reader

    Readers who want that book can message you. Share it, free up space, and keep the story moving.

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What readers say

Readers across UAE love it

★★★★★

"I finally cleared a stack of books from my desk, and two people nearby got books they had been searching for. That felt good."

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Sara A.
Dubai Marina
★★★★★

"I listed 8 books I was done with — three went out within two days. Love that my shelf is helping others read instead of just collecting dust."

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Raj M.
JLT
★★★★★

"I came to borrow, but sharing my own shelf made the community click. Books feel less wasted when someone else is reading them."

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Noor K.
Downtown Dubai

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