Recs if you like Cleopatra and Frankenstein...

An emergent subgrene by and about strange women on themes of female rage, sisterhood, hunger, attraction, beauty, motherhood, violence, and much more.

Disclaimer: I don't wish to bring hate to any authors, I deeply believe in democracy. However I think it's important for people who hold themselves accountable for their reading choices to have access to the information about authors/books they give their time and money to. These are authors who have publicly supported Israel or middle road. If you notice someone who may have changed their stance recently or supported Palestine and are here wrongfully please do correct me

Books that are atmospheric, emotionally unsettling, beautifully written, a little weird, and linger long after you finish them.

pink, sophisticated & sometimes fatale <3 curating the personality of my aspirations (added some essential nonfic & poetry!)

books with characters who are in their 20s (and trying to figure out their 20s). primarily but not exclusively lit fic.

Beautiful books for when your monthly reading roundup needs a little facelift 😉

recs from @leahsfigtree and @emmareadstoomuch on substack + personal recs

could be queer could be horror downright wonky

All sorts of stories about all sorts of women. Mostly litfic, some horror.

If you were the “gifted kid” in school who grew up to be the tired adult who can’t even reply to texts on time… hi, welcome, these books are for us.

With a big scoop of melancholy!

These books question how society defines love and offer new visions for all kinds of relationships.

None of the characters in these books do themselves any favors in being the heroes of their own stories. Some may be more likable than others, but they all are students in the art of self sabotage. Featuring hubris, obsession, greed, apathy, vanity, addiction, power & fame, or just plain old psychopathy. Some are humorous and some are decidedly not and some have a happy endings and some are tragic through and through. Either way, you’re in for a fascinating ride. Recommendations encouraged!

It’s always nice to feel like a normal person by reading about those more unhinged than you 😌 These are all women focused books. Some I’ve read and some I’m going to read. Apologies in advance if it gets long. Recommendations are absolutely welcome!! So please feel free.

I know a couple are written by men which might be taboo for some but I’ve included because I thought they were appropriate or the author has a track record of writing women well.

Every single person in this book could benefit from some professional help

A gallery of books selected on covers that are unique. Most of these are from actual paintings. Different types of art selected. The books listed below are just my opinion. Recommendations are welcome