Modern retellings of iconic, ancient tales

Classics to modern nonfiction, all under 300 pages.

All of her groundbreaking works, exploring themes of Afrofuturism, power, and survival.

For when you're craving a good sapphic story, a collection of books that feature sapphic characters and/or a sapphic romance.

If there is food, do you really need the romance? Regardless, these books will give you both.

Fantasy books that are inspired by Asian culture, folklore, history, values, legends, and myths.

Nonfiction focused on social identity, diversity, equity, inclusivity, class, and belonging. Together, we find history, identity, love, compassion, and community.

Craving "once-upon-a-time" with a twist? These modern retellings conjure the classics & fill them with fresh magic! Mix of grim, cozy, & in-between. 💫

These detectives are here to solve the mystery and to break or mend queer hearts. Whether legit or amateurs, they always solve the case.

Dramatic battles, tense political intrigue, unique world building...and is that maybe some romance I'm sensing? These books are not Romantasy but focus primarily on the SFF elements. Romance is a subplot and may not appear until later in the series, but when it does, you won't be disappointed.

Intersectional feminist texts that explore the complexity of feminism, centering voices from communities that are often the most excluded.

Whether you love to hate or hate to love 'em, these literary bad girls are anything but well-behaved. *Disclaimer: we do not literally support the illegal and oft cruel behavior of these protagonists (usually); we support the authors bold enough to write them (always).

Outcasts, rebels, and misfits unite in magical worlds. Here, strangers become chosen family, facing every challenge together and proving that home is found, not given.

Do you suffer from frequent wanderlust, longing to explore cultures & history across time? Here is your ticket: tour the world with fantasy inspired by various world myths. For series, only the first book is featured.

Books that focus on the unique complexity of queer & trans lives & relationships. Tragic stories that center queer & trans realities.

Oh to see the world how animals see it! These books feature one or more animal main characters and show us the world through their eyes.

This Quest was inspired by the List "One and Done Fantasy" by hannah, winner of Q2 2026 community voting.

When all hope feels lost, solarpunk envisions a brighter future. These stories blend themes of sustainability, justice, and community building to address some of the biggest challenges of our time.