GoodReads is the largest social network for book lovers. The site is intended to serve as an easy way to review books and get recommendations from friends, based on founder Otis Chandler’s belief that recommendations from friends are more valuable than referrals from algorithms or bestseller lists.
Financials
| Date | Type | Amount | Investors | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/07 | Seed | Unknown | Polaris Venture Partners., Chrysalix Energy Venture Capital, SET Venture Partners, Prism VentureWorks, ETF Venture Fund | Unknown |
People
Otis Chandler (Founder)
Elizabeth Khuri (Chief Librarian)
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