AudioBookRequest
Audiobook requests and wishlists for Plex, Audiobookshelf, and Jellyfin
AudioBookRequest is a lightweight web app for managing audiobook wishlists and requests for Plex, Audiobookshelf, and Jellyfin libraries. It provides a simple interface for friends and family to search for audiobooks and submit organized requests, similar in concept to media request tools but focused on audiobooks.
Key Features
- Search and request audiobooks using the Audible API, plus manual requests for items not on Audible
- Simple user and role management with a small set of assignable groups
- Optional automatic downloading by integrating with Prowlarr and your existing indexers/download clients
- Notifications to common services (for example Apprise-compatible services, Gotify, Discord, and ntfy)
- Supports SQLite and PostgreSQL for persistence
- OpenID Connect (OIDC) login option for external authentication providers
- Mobile-friendly, low-bandwidth web UI
Use Cases
- Let household members request audiobooks for an audiobook media server in a controlled, organized way
- Maintain a centralized audiobook wishlist and track what has been requested
- Automate fulfillment of trusted requests by forwarding searches/downloads through Prowlarr
Limitations and Considerations
- Audible-backed searching depends on Audible availability and regional settings; some items may require manual requests
- Misconfigured OIDC settings can temporarily lock users out without using the built-in backup login path
AudioBookRequest is best suited for media-server admins who want a minimal, purpose-built request workflow for audiobooks. It integrates well with common homelab media tooling while staying lightweight and easy to deploy.
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