Recs if you like Everything I Never Told You...
Ologies Podcast Suggestions
Ologies is a weekly science podcast hosted by Alie Ward. Each episode, Ward interviews an expert from a distinct scientific field.
This unofficial list contains book suggestions made by the host or by her guests. I avoided extremely technical books or papers. Currently from episode 1 to 525 More details on these books and their associated episodes in my ever evolving spreadsheet.
In the spreadsheet there are also books not found on Goodreads and general book recommendations (like the entire bibliography of a specific author or group of people)
Asian Authors
An on-going attempt to track Asian authors in my Interested/TBR (and hopefully Finished) categories. Books are generally fiction/lit fic/fantasy with some memoirs. Authors span West to East Asia, the Asian diaspora, and mixed-race folx.
every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way
lit fic featuring dysfunctional families
I can't remember the title, but the cover is blue
Ah yes, this ol' issue that has plagued librarians and bookstore clerks for decades.
And sometimes you find the right book, but... can you even call that shade blue?
book recs for yellow readers
according to read your color on substack | updated periodically
Conan Gray’s reading list
Books mentioned in his songs, Conan has read or books mentioning his songs.
(South) (East) Asian authors with poetic prose
Most of what I read is either of the literary, fantasy or sci-fi genre so that's basically what this will be about. Additionally, please be aware, poetic prose implies narrative techniques and stylistic flair rather than actual poetic form.
Blood Is Thickest
Mystery, Thrillers and Horror featuring some very dysfunctional families.
yellow readers
Emotional, epic, cathartic chaos You seek out books that allow you to feel deeply, empathize wholly ans journey through life's emotional extremes.
mildly life changing books
isa’s favorites
Reading and crying at the same time 🥹
A list of books that will make you cry and sobb like a baby to the point you will have trouble breathing. 😢 Personally, I’m a cryer, so I made this list to remind myself that there are still some books out here for me to cry about 🥹
in the heart of it all
officially known as the Buckeye State, colloquially known as The Heart of It All, and affectionately (?) known as the Armpit of America, the state of Ohio (my home state) sets the scene (or at least some of the scenes) for all the books on this list. recommendations welcome! O-H!
generational trauma
the weight of expectations
Beautifully Broken: Loss, Love, and Life Again
This collection of contemporary fiction explores the quiet cracks and loud ruptures of the human condition with humor, heartbreak, and hope. From curmudgeons rediscovering love to misfits finding meaning, each story reveals the messy, tender beauty of life. These novels share a thread: the power of connection, the strength of the outsider, and the silent victories that shape us. For readers who love character-driven stories that wreck and heal in equal measure.
Underrated Books that deserve more recognition 👀
All types of fiction books that I believe deserve more attention, that include important themes such as complicated family dynamics, refugee experiences, etc. But it can also be books that are simple and with beautiful Worldbuilding and interesting characters. Recommendations are always welcome.💗💋
complicated parents/siblings
Smosh Reading List
If you are a Smosh fan, here are some book recommendations for you!
Screaming. Crying. Throwing up.
Books that have made me ugly cry
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