lue-reader
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Description:
Terminal eBook reader with text-to-speech and multi-format support
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.4.0@1  |  Tracked Since: Dec 15, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: ebook terminal tts reader cli
Install: brew install lue-reader
About:
Lue-reader is a terminal-based eBook reader designed for command-line environments. It provides a distraction-free reading experience with integrated text-to-speech capabilities for audio consumption. The tool supports multiple ebook formats, making it a versatile utility for accessing digital libraries directly from the terminal.
Key Features:
  • Text-to-speech (TTS) integration
  • Support for multiple ebook formats
  • Terminal-based user interface
  • Keyboard-driven navigation
Use Cases:
  • Listening to eBooks while multitasking in the terminal
  • Reading books on headless servers or remote machines
  • Accessible reading for users with visual impairments
Alternatives:
  • pandoc – General document converter, not a dedicated reader
  • fbreader – Graphical ebook reader, requires X11/GUI
Version History
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Jan 6, 2026 8:23am 1 REVISION_ONLY d7a352ce
Dec 15, 2025 8:07pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 4d6bfe8e
Sep 26, 2025 12:26pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 548c5b63
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