Recs if you like The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek...

In honor of our queen Dolly Parton's tragic passing, I present to you, a list that includes books she has shared she loved, books that give me Dolly vibes, books she herself has written and books about her... basically just a big ol' Dolly appreciation list. Recommendations welcome!! In the meantime, pour one out for an icon, you'll catch me watching Steel Magnolias and sobbing. Rest in power, Dolly.

Bibliophilia at its best - books about books, readers, libraries, bookstores!

books from all US states and territories. asking for recommendations! these books must a) be written by an author with a strong connection to the state or territory and b) take place largely in the state or territory. i want to try to prioritize, whenever possible, underrepresented voices / voices that america’s regime tries to silence.

please lmk if any of these authors or texts aren’t good representation.

i will comment a list with each state/territory + its associated book!

AKA: I love you almost as much as I love books

Romances and rom-coms with at least one main character who works in/around/with books (editor, publisher, author, seller, librarian, professor, etc)

Always open to suggestions!

Books that people have recommended that I’ve confused with another book due to the cover or title (and sometimes both)

Books of all genres set in and focused on the Appalachian Mountains!

List named in honor of the women who rode on horseback to bring books to remote mountain regions during the Great Depression, this list now brings books out of the mountains to all of us.

The Reading Program is a cherished tradition that brings together members to explore, share and discuss books.

Enlightening subjects in diverse genres, including: -Education for Mission -Leadership Development -Nurturing for Community -Social Action -Spiritual Growth

Here are some books all about books, librarians, and libraries! Some books just happen to take place in a library or have librarian characters involved.