Recs if you like Don't Let the Forest In...

Amazing books that standalone! This list is made up of books that don’t have sequels, aren’t part of series, just single books that can be read and enjoyed in one go! I’m open to any suggestions about books from any genre!

are you sick of being recommended stephen king when you ask for a horror novel? have you picked up a book expected to be scared, but the scariest thing about it was a woman being needlessly tormented and gaslit? have you read 4627473 books about a man in a haunted house and need something different?

if so, this list is for you :)

a masterlist of horror by anyone who isn't a straight cis white man that i've been maintaining for myself since 2022. it was time to share the wealth!

lgbtq+ rep + uncomfortable bordering on horrifying situation = a book worth devouring

Novels with Asexual Representation geared towards Middle Grade and Young Adult

Take a turn around the garden in these botanical-themed 'romantasy' stories!

These books have queer representation in them even if sometimes it's not the main focus or the leading couple or it's a head-canon of many readers. (Rodion & Dmitri) It's important to me to have a list that has variety and of not just stories about love but also those exploring gender identity and about those who don't experience love the same way like asexuals and aromatics. If you have a book you recomend pls comment 🫶

Books that have covers featuring decapitated heads or cut-off profiles.

I'd appreciate any recs you have! I know there are a lot more covers like this out there😆 (planning to cap the list at 100 books)

Books that feel like Ethel Cain.

Books which include twins, preferably as main characters or as supporting characters which are a big part of the story . All genres including non-fiction.

Please feel free to comment and add to the list!

All fiction books that appear in the Tiny Bookshop catalogue! Would sort them by genre as I read along.

dark academia books with queer and trans MCs

The ultimate list where our love interest goes full protective mode and suddenly says “touch her and die” or “do not lay a hand/finger on her” or some version of either.

All spice levels listed. As this is a microtrope, it may not be a big part of the plot. Recs welcome!

middle grade and young adult

Cottagecore, but make it disgusting & horrifying. I feel like CG Drews would like this list

are they lovers? worse— ⚔️

books with stunning artwork and cover designs that may or may not be the reason we pick them up🫣

Books that have Hanahaki diseases vibes (or as closest you can get to this niche fanfic based trope)