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+# Lazy Librarian - Book Management
+
+## Table of Contents
+- [Overview](#overview)
+- [What is Lazy Librarian?](#what-is-lazy-librarian)
+- [Why Use Lazy Librarian?](#why-use-lazy-librarian)
+- [Configuration in AI-Homelab](#configuration-in-ai-homelab)
+- [Official Resources](#official-resources)
+- [Docker Configuration](#docker-configuration)
+- [Initial Setup](#initial-setup)
+
+## Overview
+
+**Category:** Book Management  
+**Docker Image:** [linuxserver/lazylibrarian](https://hub.docker.com/r/linuxserver/lazylibrarian)  
+**Default Stack:** `media-extended.yml`  
+**Web UI:** `http://SERVER_IP:5299`  
+**Alternative To:** Readarr  
+**Ports:** 5299
+
+## What is Lazy Librarian?
+
+Lazy Librarian is an automated book downloader similar to Sonarr/Radarr but for books. It's an alternative to Readarr, with some users preferring its interface and magazine support. It automatically downloads ebooks and audiobooks from your wanted list.
+
+### Key Features
+- **Author Tracking:** Monitor favorite authors
+- **GoodReads Integration:** Import reading lists
+- **Magazine Support:** Download magazines
+- **Calibre Integration:** Automatic library management
+- **Multiple Providers:** Usenet and torrent indexers
+- **Format Management:** EPUB, MOBI, PDF, audiobooks
+- **Quality Control:** Preferred formats
+- **Notifications:** Discord, Telegram, email
+
+## Why Use Lazy Librarian?
+
+1. **Magazine Support:** Unlike Readarr
+2. **GoodReads Integration:** Easy list importing
+3. **Calibre Integration:** Seamless library management
+4. **Alternative Interface:** Some prefer over Readarr
+5. **Mature Project:** Stable and proven
+6. **Audiobook Support:** Built-in
+7. **Free & Open Source:** No cost
+
+## Configuration in AI-Homelab
+
+### Directory Structure
+
+```
+/opt/stacks/media-management/lazylibrarian/config/    # Config
+/mnt/media/books/                                    # Book library
+/mnt/downloads/                                      # Downloads
+```
+
+### Environment Variables
+
+```bash
+PUID=1000
+PGID=1000
+TZ=America/New_York
+```
+
+## Official Resources
+
+- **Website:** https://lazylibrarian.gitlab.io
+- **GitLab:** https://gitlab.com/LazyLibrarian/LazyLibrarian
+- **Wiki:** https://lazylibrarian.gitlab.io/
+
+## Docker Configuration
+
+```yaml
+lazylibrarian:
+  image: linuxserver/lazylibrarian:latest
+  container_name: lazylibrarian
+  restart: unless-stopped
+  networks:
+    - traefik-network
+  ports:
+    - "5299:5299"
+  environment:
+    - PUID=1000
+    - PGID=1000
+    - TZ=America/New_York
+  volumes:
+    - /opt/stacks/media-management/lazylibrarian/config:/config
+    - /mnt/media/books:/books
+    - /mnt/downloads:/downloads
+  labels:
+    - "traefik.enable=true"
+    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.rule=Host(`lazylibrarian.${DOMAIN}`)"
+    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.entrypoints=websecure"
+    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.tls.certresolver=letsencrypt"
+    - "traefik.http.routers.lazylibrarian.middlewares=authelia@docker"
+    - "traefik.http.services.lazylibrarian.loadbalancer.server.port=5299"
+```
+
+## Initial Setup
+
+1. **Start Container:**
+   ```bash
+   docker compose up -d lazylibrarian
+   ```
+
+2. **Access UI:** `http://SERVER_IP:5299`
+
+3. **Configure:**
+   - Config → Download Settings → qBittorrent
+   - Config → Search Providers → Add providers
+   - Config → Processing → Calibre integration
+   - Add authors to watch
+
+4. **GoodReads Setup:**
+   - Config → GoodReads API → Get API key from goodreads.com/api
+   - Import reading list
+
+5. **Add Author:**
+   - Search for author
+   - Add to database
+   - Check "Wanted" books
+   - LazyLibrarian searches automatically
+
+## Summary
+
+Lazy Librarian is the book automation tool offering:
+- Author and book tracking
+- Magazine support (unique feature)
+- GoodReads integration
+- Calibre compatibility
+- Audiobook support
+- Alternative to Readarr
+- Free and open-source
+
+**Perfect for:**
+- Book collectors
+- Magazine readers
+- GoodReads users
+- Calibre users
+- Those wanting Readarr alternative
+
+**Key Points:**
+- Supports magazines (Readarr doesn't)
+- GoodReads API required
+- Calibre integration available
+- Configure download client
+- Add search providers
+- Monitor authors, not individual books
+
+**Readarr vs Lazy Librarian:**
+- Readarr: Newer, cleaner UI, active development
+- Lazy Librarian: Magazines, mature, different approach
+- Both integrate with Calibre
+- Choose based on preference
+
+Lazy Librarian automates your book and magazine collection!