Recs if you like Crown Duel...

Fantasy titles that have become foundational to the genre and/or that are considered fantasy classics, written by women. Always open to suggestions!

secret plots, political moves, and pursuits of power all within imperial, royal, or noble courts.

fiction books with a main character or featured side character that fits the D&D Rogue class (or at least mostly vibes that way)! here for the sneaking, the out-witting, the dastardly plotting. open to any recs and input!

Old school fantasy, middle grade/YA, sometimes sapphic, low spice. Inspired by @sadgrrrl

Actively looking for recommendations!

Fantasy which exists within the confines of an elaborate hierarchical society, often with lots of rules attached. Lots of crossover with historical fiction and historical fantasy; might be good for fans of Austen, Wilde, &c!

Nobody asked, but this is my list of not-as-well-known (this is subjective) stories I consider both beautifully written and with wonderful romance. Mostly fantasy, some not. Some a lil' spicier than others.

A collection of older, sometimes lesser-known, fantasy (or science fantasy) books written by incredible women and published primarily between the 1980s and early 2000s (with nods to a few older ones). In a time when female fantasy authors were few and far between, these authors carved out their own space in the genre. These stories might not be mainstream hits today, but they are full of brilliant magic, deep characters, and/or worlds that helped shape the genre. (First in Series / standalones only for now - open to suggestions!)

Your favourite female fantasy writer's... favourite female fantasy writer. Works of SFF by female writers which proved critically lauded or influential to subsequent writers.

knights, magic, and classic fantasy feels

before romantasy became its own genre, there were fantastical stories with romantic subplots and they are peak

requirements: -published before 2012 (first book if in a series at least) -no scifi

looking for: -more authors of color -more queer fantasy romance

For stern, principled men built out of duty, discipline, and inconveniently strong morals. The kind who will make brutal choices when they believe they’re necessary, put responsibility before desire, and hold themselves to impossible standards, until someone earns a place in their heart and discovers just how gentle all that iron can become.

Dimension 20 spin-off season inspired by the famous ACOTAR is a game of high politics, good humor, and unforgettable characters.

Badass ladies, dashing book boyfriends, enviable fighting abilities, lore that makes your brain happy because it's so perfect, and hopefully a final battle that isn't a snorefest.

Only first book in series listed.

In progress - suggestions welcome in comments

Not the same as perfect writing, just writing that made a person out of me.