What is The Evidence Shelf?

The Evidence Shelf is a free printable book tracker. Each card tracks 20 books with title, author, format, and rating. Based on psychology research showing that tracking creates visible evidence of identity - 'I am someone who reads.'

Is The Evidence Shelf free?

Yes, completely free. No account required, no fees, no ads. Your data stays in your browser and is encoded in the URL for easy sharing and bookmarking.

Can I print my book tracker?

Yes, The Evidence Shelf is designed for printing. Cards print at A6 size (2 per A4 page). Perfect for bullet journals, reading journals, or standalone trackers.

How do I save or share my reading list?

Your books are automatically encoded in the URL. Just bookmark the page or copy the link to save. Share the URL with others to send them your exact list, or use the prefill feature to start with curated reading lists.

The Evidence Shelf - Twenty Books

Track 20 books Each card holds 20 books. Log title, author, format (e.g., PB, HB, EB, AU), and your rating.

Rating Rate each book out of 10. Leave blank until you finish.

Multiple lists Create separate lists for different years, genres, or challenges.

Prefill Start with a curated reading list. Diverse voices, Nobel winners, modern classics.

Saving Auto-saves to browser. The URL is your save file - bookmark to keep, share to send.

Print Prints 2 cards per A4 landscape. Perfect for journals or standalone trackers.

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