As usual, we are being "algorithm'd" to death. Here is their text:
As part of our commitment to improving Goodreads, we are phasing out a number of features in order to focus on the ones our members use most. As you are someone who has used one or more of these features, we are offering you the option to save your content by downloading it before Sept. 1. Please note that you will be unable to download your content after this date.
We will be phasing out the following:
Creative writing Members will no longer be able to upload new creative writing stories effective July 5. The creative writing feature will be removed from Goodreads on Sept. 1.
Favorite authors We are simplifying how you can stay updated on authors whose books you love. We will be removing the favorite authors list on Sept. 1 and instead encourage you to follow your favorite authors. Select ‘follow’ on your favorite authors page or on each author’s profile page. This will ensure you get news about these authors and updates on their new books.
Owned books As part of streamlining our reviews creation page on desktop, we're phasing out the option to add details about owned books such as condition and purchase date on July 5. Members will still have the option to mark a book as owned within the 'more details' section when writing their review on desktop. You can later view a list of your owned books by adding the owned books column in My Books (learn how to customize the My Books page). Visit our help center to learn how to create and add books to your 'owned' bookshelf.
https://help.goodreads.com/s/article/...
As usual, we are being "algorithm'd" to death. Here is their text: