BookGlutton, one of the web's first social reading systems, has shut down.

From 2007 - 2013, BookGlutton delivered an innovative social reading experience. For many years, it was the only way people could discuss a book right from the page. Shared commenting was always a core part of the experience, including the ability to leave comments on paragraphs and chat inside chapters. The site represented a great innovation in reading and publishing, and we’ve seen it inspire other entrepreneurs and visionaries. We would like to personally thank all of the users who’ve used our products. Read about the shutdown here, see photos here, or read about the work Aaron Miller and Travis Alber have done in social reading here.