Claude Code Plugin
BookLife has an enhanced Claude Code plugin available in the andy-marketplace that provides intelligent skills and convenient slash commands.
Installation
# Add the marketplace (if not already added)
/plugin marketplace add https://github.com/andylbrummer/andy-marketplace
# Install the plugin
/plugin install booklife@andy-marketplace
# Verify it's enabled
/plugin list
Slash Commands
Quick-action commands for common tasks:
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/booklife:reading-status | Current reading snapshot — books, loans, holds, due dates |
/booklife:sync-now | Comprehensive sync — history, enrichment, tags |
/booklife:whats-next | Personalized recommendation based on TBR and profile |
/booklife:find-at-library [query] | Search library catalog and place holds |
/booklife:tbr-review | Review TBR stats, availability, and priorities |
Skills
Skills trigger automatically based on conversation context:
Reading Sync & Management
Triggers when discussing reading progress, syncing libraries, or updating book status.
Library Search & Availability
Triggers when searching for books, checking library availability, or placing holds.
TBR Management
Triggers when discussing reading lists, adding books to TBR, or organizing what to read.
Book Discovery & Recommendations
Triggers when asking for recommendations, "books like X", or what to read next.
Natural Language Examples
The plugin's skills activate on natural language — no commands needed:
- "What books are due soon at the library?"
- "Add The Name of the Wind to my TBR"
- "Show me books similar to Piranesi"
- "Sync my Libby history to Hardcover"
- "What should I read next? I'm in the mood for something light."
Prerequisites
The BookLife MCP server must be running and configured in Claude Desktop/Code. See Getting Started for setup.
Source
Full plugin source and documentation: andy-marketplace/plugins/booklife