Read Your Books with AI
Connect your Kindle or WeRead library. Pick a chapter, discuss it with AI, and listen anytime. Powered by OpenClaw — runs on Telegram, WhatsApp, and iMessage.
From Bookshelf to Book Club in 3 Steps
Powered by OpenClaw — your AI agent that lives in Telegram.
Install OpenClaw + CastReader Skill
Install OpenClaw on your computer, then add the CastReader skill from ClawHub: clawhub install castreader. Your ClawBot on Telegram gets reading superpowers.
Sync Your Library
Tell ClawBot to sync your Kindle or WeRead account. It opens a browser, logs in, and imports your bookshelf — titles, chapters, everything.
Pick a Chapter, Discuss & Listen
Browse your books, pick a chapter. Ask about characters, themes, anything. Say 'read it to me' — ClawBot sends natural audio right into Telegram.
Not Just TTS — A Reading Companion
An OpenClaw skill that reads with you, not just to you
Sync Your Real Bookshelf
Books you bought on Kindle or WeRead — synced directly via OpenClaw's browser automation. No manual uploads, no copy-paste, no file conversions.
Chapter-by-Chapter Discussion
AI reads the same chapter you're reading. Ask about plot twists, character motivations, historical context, or that paragraph you didn't quite get. It remembers everything.
Listen on Demand
Say 'read this chapter to me' and ClawBot delivers natural AI audio right in Telegram or WhatsApp. Perfect for commutes, workouts, or when your eyes need a break.
Chinese & English, Auto-Detected
Reading a Chinese novel? English non-fiction? AI detects the language and applies the right voice, speed, and discussion style automatically.
Your Books Stay Yours
Book data syncs to your local machine via OpenClaw. Nothing is uploaded to any cloud. CastReader acts as a bridge between your library and the AI.
Built on OpenClaw
CastReader is an OpenClaw skill — the open-source AI agent platform. OpenClaw connects AI to Telegram, WhatsApp, and iMessage. Install once, use across all your messaging apps.
Extension vs AI Reading — What's the Difference?
Two products, two use cases. Pick the one that fits.
Chrome Extension
Read any webpage aloud
- Works on any website instantly
- Real-time paragraph highlighting
- Click any paragraph to jump
- No AI chat, pure TTS
Read with AI (OpenClaw Skill)
Discuss your books with AI
- Syncs Kindle & WeRead libraries
- Chapter-by-chapter discussion
- Audio delivered via Telegram/WhatsApp
- Powered by OpenClaw agent platform
Why not both? Install the extension for web pages, use the OpenClaw skill for your books.
Questions
Everything you need to know about reading with AI
Is it free?
Yes — completely free. Both OpenClaw and the CastReader skill are free. No subscription, no usage limits, no hidden fees.
What is OpenClaw?
OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent platform that runs on your computer and connects to Telegram, WhatsApp, and iMessage. CastReader is a 'skill' (plugin) for OpenClaw — it gives your AI agent the ability to sync books and read them aloud. Think of OpenClaw as the platform, CastReader as the reading ability.
How do I install it?
1) Install OpenClaw from openclaw.com. 2) Run 'clawhub install castreader' to add the CastReader skill. 3) Open Telegram and start chatting with your ClawBot. That's it — your AI reading companion is ready.
Which book sources are supported?
Currently Kindle Cloud Reader (read.amazon.com) and WeRead (微信读书). OpenClaw opens a browser on your machine to sync — you just need to be logged in.
Can the AI understand Chinese books?
Yes. The AI auto-detects the language of your book and adjusts its discussion and TTS voice accordingly. It handles both Chinese and English natively, including mixed-language content.
How is this different from the Chrome extension?
The Chrome extension reads any webpage aloud with real-time highlighting — it's a TTS tool in the browser. Read with AI is an OpenClaw skill: it syncs your personal book library, discusses chapters with you, and delivers audio to your messaging app. Different tools for different needs.
Do I need the Chrome extension too?
No — they're independent products. The AI reading companion works entirely through OpenClaw + Telegram/WhatsApp. But if you also want to read web articles aloud in the browser, the Chrome extension is a great complement.
Is my book data safe?
Book content syncs to your local machine only — OpenClaw runs locally. Nothing is uploaded to any cloud server. The AI reads from your local copy during conversations.
Start Reading with AI
Install OpenClaw, add CastReader, and start discussing your Kindle & WeRead books with AI. Free.