Recs if you like Some People Need Killing: A Memoir of Murder in My Country...

learning is endless, and far too many people are being oppressed and subjected to violence in this world. just a list of books that shed more light on various marginalized folk from all over the world :) any recs are welcome!

All of his picks since 2008, both summer reading lists and yearly round-ups.

Book titles that represent reasons you might go to the doctor, what you might say to each other, or what treatments might be offered to cure your ailments. It's up to you to decide what is what😉

(This is not a commentary on these books or authors! The focus of this list is purely on the titles---but if you find a favorite new read here, I'd love to know🤭)

Books that are part memoir part another genre: in a way that blends multiple mediums and/or themes in unique and engaging ways. Magical, explosive and memorable narratives expressed with creativity and depth. Books that inspire me to write more.

Fiction and non-fiction books to help understand the long history of the Philippines' struggles in the hands of its political leaders and the devastation of natural disasters, in the wake of recent 2025 events.

open to recs and corrections!

Nonfiction about historical events, people, and places outside of North America & Europe (both contemporary and ancient history).

This list can include nonwestern perspectives within/analyzing western cultures or countries as well (as long as it’s in a historical context).

Note: check content warnings; books in this list may cover triggering subjects

Authors from the Philippines & diaspora no specific genres; it’s like a Pinoy library on shuffle lol

I haven’t read every book on this list, but I have finished most of the titles towards the bottom. Recommendations always welcome! Maraming salamat, mga kapwa 🤎

a collection of nonfiction works either not written by americans or not concerning america. from memoirs to more traditional historical/factual nonfiction, this list ties the world together through the lens of non-american stories.

recommendations welcome!

Audiobooks where the author narrates themselves (or is apart of a cast, not just some preface type stuff) Open for suggestions

will mostly contain books about historical events and will span from the 20th to the 21st century. It will include many countries, not just the Western ones, so if possible, recommendations would be great!

This reading list brings together books that explore how ideas, history, and storytelling shape the world we live in. Each selection invites readers to think critically about society, leadership, and change. If you have more recommendations that should be on this list please let me know.

Not comfort. Clarity. These books show the world as it actually is. (fiction and nonfiction)

histo, antho, socio, politics, etc etc

As someone who voraciously reads fiction, getting interested in non-fic is a bit of a slog. Does that describe you? Fantastic! Here are non-fic books that I found page-turning, compelling, and interesting.

a collection of stories, poetry, and studies by local Filipino writers and creatives I want to read

so uh hi i have a degree in international relations ¯_(ツ)_/¯