every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way
lit fic featuring dysfunctional families






Ft: Siblings
Some good books I've read that center heavily around the dynamics and relationships between siblings, especially in larger families






Messy Families
Books about complicated family dynamics






iowa bred & corn fed
iowa city, where everyone seems to be writing a book β modern + contemporary works from alum authors of the iowa writers' workshop & faculty at the university of iowa






2026 TBR <3
Top contenders for this year's Reading Challenge! The goal is a well-rounded reading experience (nonfiction, romance, mystery, biography, memoir, poetry, series, etc.). Take inspiration for your own lists or recommend titles for mine!!






books i turn to
books i've reread over and over, books that feel like a warm hug when i'm sad, books that i never wanted to end, books that made me want to be a writer






Everything Ann Patchett
Ann Patchett novels






When Iβm Missing LA β€οΈ
When youβre feeling homesick of summer all the time and driving down PCH :)





