Recs if you like The Language of Liars...

Books where memories are lost, gained, preserved, encountered, or otherwise altered through means that are not of this world. Work in progress, suggestions always welcome!

Speculative (sci-fi, fantasy, horror etc.) novellas less than 200 pages long that are either standalone or read like a standalone story

Just a list of books coming out in 2026 that I’m really excited for :) it will be updated as the months go by! It will be a mix of: high fantasy, romance fantasy, sci-fi, gothic, horror, lit fic, historical fiction, retellings, poetry, romance, & more!!

short books around 200 pages or less that you can easily read in one sitting! for those who just want a quick read or those trying to hit their reading goals ! i tried to include a variety of genres including lit fic, fantasy, sci-fi, horror, thriller, etc.

Speculative fiction about linguistics, translation, and communication with other species. Please share recs, I love this niche and want to read more.

Science fiction and fantasy books that prominently feature linguistics, or language more broadly, as a central theme or important (worldbuilding) element.

Books under 300 pages that leave a lasting impression

Want to escape to somewhere "out of this world"? This list is for you! Let me know if I'm missing any of your favorites!!

Books under 250 pages

Books featuring methods of unusual transportation ranging from whales to bodyswapping to umbrellas and everything in between. Originally designed for the r/Fantasy 2026 bingo.