LocalFree server, account needed

Open Library MCP server

8enSmith/mcp-open-library

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for the Open Library API that enables AI assistants to search for book and author information.

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Install Open Library in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add open-library -- npx -y mcp-open-library
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "open-library": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-open-library"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Open Library MCP server do?

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for the Open Library API that enables AI assistants to search for book and author information.

Is the Open Library MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Open Library run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Open Library to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add open-library -- npx -y mcp-open-library

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