Our Story

Stories Are Better Shared

Books have an incredible way of making us feel. They make us laugh, cry, question, hope and stay up far later than we intended. But too often, we experience those moments alone.

At Footnote Friend, we believe stories are meant to be shared.

That's why we're on a mission to make reading a shared experience.

Why Footnote Friend Exists

Footnote Friend was created with one simple idea: reading doesn't have to be a solitary experience.

Through thoughtfully annotated books and carefully curated reading essentials, we invite readers to experience every chapter alongside another book lover.

Our handwritten notes, reactions and reflections are there to celebrate the moments that make reading so special—whether it's a shocking plot twist, a beautiful quote or a character you'll never forget.

It's like having a friend reading right beside you.

More Than Just a Book

An annotated book is more than words on a page.

It's shared laughter.
It's shared heartbreak.
It's shared excitement.

It's discovering handwritten thoughts waiting in the margins and realising someone else paused at the exact same moment you did.

Because some stories deserve to be experienced together.

Meet the Founder

Hi, I'm Sandy.

I've always believed that books are more than stories—they're experiences.

Some books stay with us long after we've turned the final page, and I've often wished I could experience those unforgettable moments alongside someone else.

That feeling became the inspiration for Footnote Friend.

I wanted to create a place where readers could feel connected through stories, where every annotation felt like a conversation and every book became a shared journey.

Our Promise

Every annotation we write, every product we create and every decision we make is guided by one simple belief:

Stories are better shared.

Whether you're discovering your first annotated book or searching for the perfect gift for a fellow reader, we're so glad you're here.

Let's read together.