Add Fanfictions.fr Stories to Calibre
To add a Fanfictions.fr story to calibre, download the complete story as an EPUB with WP Downloader and import the file using Add books. You can then edit its details and cover, read it on your computer, convert it, or transfer it to an e-reader.
Download the Fanfictions.fr story
WP Downloader is a free web tool and does not require installation. You can download stories from Fanfictions.fr without signing in.
Open the Fanfictions.fr downloader, then copy the address of the story from fanfictions.fr. It should look similar to this:
https://www.fanfictions.fr/fanfictions/fandom/fanfiction-id/chapters.htmlPaste the address into WP Downloader. The tool will detect the site. Choose EPUB as the output format and decide whether to include the story’s images.
EPUB downloads are free for everyone. WP Downloader can also create a PDF, which requires a free Discord sign-in. EPUB works well with calibre because you can add it directly to your library, read it, and convert it to other e-book formats.
WP Downloader downloads the whole story from Fanfictions.fr. It cannot download a single chapter or a list from this archive. See how to download Fanfictions.fr stories for a more detailed guide.
Add the EPUB to calibre
calibre is a free e-book manager for Windows, macOS, and Linux. After the EPUB finishes downloading:
- Open calibre.
- Select Add books.
- Find the downloaded EPUB.
- Select the file and add it to your library.
The story will appear with the other books in your calibre library. You can select it to view its details or open it in calibre’s e-book viewer.
Fanfictions.fr stories are written in French, so the EPUB’s chapters will also be in French. WP Downloader does not translate them.
Organize the story in your library
calibre lets you edit a book’s metadata and cover. After importing the EPUB, review its title and other details. You can change them to match the naming system you use for the rest of your library.
Using the same title format for each imported story can make a large collection easier to browse. You can also replace the cover if you prefer a different one.
Read the story in calibre
You can read the EPUB on your Windows, macOS, or Linux computer with calibre’s built-in e-book viewer. The viewer also includes a Read aloud feature.
Convert the story for another device
calibre can convert an imported EPUB to another format, including AZW3, MOBI, or PDF.
WP Downloader does not create MOBI, AZW3, or TXT files. Download the EPUB, add it to calibre, and use calibre’s conversion feature if you need AZW3, MOBI, or PDF.
For instructions for a particular device, see how to send Fanfictions.fr stories to Kindle or read Fanfictions.fr stories on Kobo.
Transfer the story over USB
calibre can send books to an e-reader connected by USB. Add the EPUB to your library, connect the e-reader, and send the book to the device.
If the e-reader accepts EPUB files, you can transfer the downloaded file directly. Otherwise, convert it in calibre before sending the compatible version.
Get new chapters
WP Downloader cannot update an EPUB already stored in your calibre library. When a Fanfictions.fr story gets new chapters, download the complete story again.
Add the new EPUB to calibre and adjust its metadata as needed. The download will contain the entire story, including the new chapters.
FAQ
Do I need a Fanfictions.fr account?
No. WP Downloader can download Fanfictions.fr stories without a sign-in.
Which format should I download for calibre?
Download EPUB. calibre can add and read EPUB files directly, then convert them to formats such as AZW3, MOBI, or PDF.
Can I download one Fanfictions.fr chapter?
No. WP Downloader downloads whole stories from Fanfictions.fr. It does not download individual chapters or lists.
Can calibre read the story aloud?
Yes. calibre’s e-book viewer includes a Read aloud feature.
Will my EPUB update when the story gets new chapters?
No. Download the complete story again with WP Downloader, then add the new EPUB to calibre.