Recs if you like Clean Sweep (Innkeeper Chronicles, #1)...

the quiet side of tomorrow

Not all science fiction is laser battles and intergalactic warfare! This list is aiming for the softer side of sci-fi. The kind where the stars hum quietly, the characters pause to breathe, and discoveries are found within. ✨

I’m attempting to cultivate a collection of books that are low stakes, cozy sci-fi, filled with found family, gentle exploration, and quiet wonder. 😌

If you have recommendations, please leave them in the comments! 📝

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Terminal Alliance (Janitors of the Post-Apocalypse, #1)

Sentient Architecture

by acloudofbats

42 books

"Place as character" is usually reserved for lush descriptions that bring environments to life, and less often used for environments that have a life of their own. This list includes houses, homes, castles, spaceships, anywhere people will spend time and call home. Not meant to include haunted houses, but a case could be argued for specific ones. c:

Only including the first in a series unless books feature different sentient places.

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cozy fantasy🧸

Powerful Women

by Ameliapei

159 books

FMC’s who don’t need to be rescued. In fact, they’re more likely to DO the rescuing!

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Backlist Exploration: Ilona Andrews

by GriefAstronomer

6 books

So you read This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by wife-and-husband writing duo Ilona Andrews and loved it, but you're not sure where to start exploring their extensive backlist? Never fear! Here are 5 series entry points so you can get your fix while we all wait for the next Maggie book! I pinned a comment with a little blurb about each book so you have an idea of the vibes of each series. And if you end up enjoying Andrews' novels, make sure to check out that backlist link because Ilona and Gordon write a lot of supplemental short fiction which they share for free on their website!

I love to reread all of these series, so feel free to comment here if you ever want someone to buddy read any of these with! I love to experience them alongside new fans :D