Recs if you like Transcendent Kingdom...
an ongoing sapphic masterlist of books (1600+)
in progress
Basically, a huge list of every book I ever heard features sapphic characters.
I have not read all of these, so I cannot be sure of the amount of the time on page of the sapphic characters or of the quality of the books.
Some of these I do not plan to read at all, since they are not my style. If you feel like a book doesn't belong here, let me know.
For my favs / read, check out my other lists & shelves.
Open to suggestions for more titles.
Don't shoot the messenger.
books your pretentious friend has heard of
books by Black authors
this is your reminder to read books by Black authors all month, all year, every year— not just during Black History Month. it’s crucially important to be able to diversify your reading and your bookshelves. expand your mind, your perspectives, your knowledge, and your taste. if you don’t know where to start, here are some recommendations!
Book(s) of the Month(s) 📚
Here's every book so far from BOTM's monthly shortlist since February 2015 for anyone who wants to read them all like I do!
Millennial Pink
i am her. she is me. and we are both that millennial bitch who loves pink.
always taking suggestions for books with covers that are the best shade of pink.
African Literature
an engaging collection that captures the depth and diversity of African storytelling, blending tradition, history, and modern life through powerful voices.
Not the Same Five White Ladies
All credit for this list goes to ysaleftyouonread on instagram! This is her list of female authors she spotlighted for Women’s History Month, that are “not the same five white ladies” we always hear about! My personal goal is to read one book from each of these 31 women this year; I have been loving this journey and wanted to share with you all!
(Check out Ysa’s reels, she does a great job of describing the vibes without giving away the story!)
reading around the world: africa
Goodreads Best Books of the Decade: The 2020’s
The top 100 books of the 2020’s as voted on by Goodreads members
How many have you read?
The top 5 have switched order, they should be: 5) I’m Glad My Mom Died 4) The Midnight Library 3) The House in the Cerulean Sea 2) Project Hail Mary
- Addie LaRue
books involving motherhood
some book recs that involve the complexities of motherhood: the tough and tender, chaotic and beautiful, exhausting and full of purpose.
Bahni Turpin Appreciation Club
A list of books with audiobook formats narrated by Bahni Turpin!
This list focuses on books which are either exclusively or primarily narrated by Bahni Turpin in their audiobook format, but this is a non-exhaustive list.
Sources used in compiling this list: Audible Hall of Fame: Bahni Turpin - https://www.audible.com/blog/narrator-bahni-turpin (also using Audible's search) Penguin Random House Authors: Bahni Turpin - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/72264/bahni-turpin/
Fae & Flame Society Women’s Prize Nominations
2019-2026
allison paiges recommends…
masterlist of recommendations from booktuber allison paiges, THE cozy booktuber 💐 (list in progress; will be slowly adding as i rewatch their videos)
these aren't raindrops in my eyes
emotionally resonant and impactful reads that will make you feel all of the feels (and, if you're like me, cry).
💚 c'est vert tout vert tout l'univers est vert 💚
100 romans avec une couverture verte (couverture française)
airport chic
books to convey to the general public that you are cool, well-read, smart, and interesting. also, they're just great intellectually stimulating reads!
Books you'll think about months (or years) later
Read like Jenna
These books are chosen for “Read with Jenna” by Jenna Bush Hager.
Latest book added: September 2026
read with jenna
by jenna bush hager
Authors who can pronounce Mobile, AL correctly
Books set in Alabama or written by Alabama authors
