grace_b_3

she/her 🏳️‍🌈 i read a little bit of everything but my mainstays are fantasy and romance 2026 reading goals: read one nonfiction and one classic a month, read away my physical TBR

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Mistborn: The Final Empire (Mistborn, #1)

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Hers to Claim (Scorching in Sin City #2)

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Nobody's Princess (The Wild Wynchesters, #3)

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Jan 15, 2026

3.0

Enjoyment: 3.0Quality: 3.5Characters: 3.0Plot: 3.0

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Nobody's Princess (The Wild Wynchesters, #3)

Erica Ridley

A fun and feminist Regency romp from a master of the genre hailed as "a delight" by Bridgerton author Julia Quinn. Nothing happens in London without Graham Wynchester knowing. His massive collection of intelligence is invaluable to his family's mission of aiding those most in need. So when he deciphers a series of coded messages in the scandal sheets, Graham's convinced he must come to a royal's rescue. But his quarry turns out not to be a princess at all... The captivating Kunigunde de Heusch is anything but a damsel in distress, and the last thing she wants is Graham's help. All her life, Kuni trained alongside the fiercest Royal Guardsmen in her family, secretly planning to become her country's first Royal Guardswoman. This mission in London is a chance to prove herself worthy without help from a man, not even one as devilishly handsome as Graham. To her surprise, Graham believes in her dream as much as she does, which makes it harder to resist kissing him...and falling in love. But how can she risk her heart if her future lies an ocean away?

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Tasting History: Explore the Past through 4,000 Years of Recipes

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Jan 15, 2026

3.0

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I liked the historical notes before each recipe. This felt very Europe-focused as well as meat focused.

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Tasting History: Explore the Past through 4,000 Years of Recipes

Max Miller

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Begin your very own food journey through the centuries and around the world with the first cookbook from the beloved YouTube channel Tasting History with Max Miller. What began as a passion project when Max Miller was furloughed during Covid-19 has become a viral YouTube sensation. The Tasting History with Max Miller channel has thrilled food enthusiasts and history buffs alike as Miller recreates a dish from the past, often using historical recipes from vintage texts, but updated for modern kitchens as he tells stories behind the cuisine and culture. From ancient Rome to Ming China to medieval Europe and beyond, Miller has collected the best-loved recipes from around the world and has shared them with his fans. Now, with beautiful photographs portraying the dishes and historical artwork throughout, Tasting History compiles over sixty dishes such -Tuh’ a red beet stew with leeks dating back to 1740 BC - deep-fried cheese balls with honey and poppy seeds -Soul yeasted buns with currants from circa 1600 -Pumpkin a crustless pumpkin cheesecake with cinnamon and sugar on top from 1570 -And much more. Including the original recipe and Miller’s modern recreation, this cookbook is a must-have for any avid cook or history fan looking to experience delicious recipes from the past.

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When She’s the Monster

by grace_b_3

14 books

Sometimes I get tired of how in monster romances, he’s always the monster and she’s a human. Here’s a list of books where she’s the monster. There’s a mix of pairings. As always, open to recs!

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She Was Monstress Volume Two: An Anthology of Monster Women

Railed by the Yule Cat (Valley of the Old Gods, #7)

She Was Monstress Volume One: An Anthology of Monster Women

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Hers to Claim (Scorching in Sin City #2)

Coral Alejandra Moore

Something ancient slumbers under Las Vegas. After Mari’s cruel father was killed by her gargoyle crush, she thought the takeover of his criminal empire would be easy, but she was wrong. In the aftermath of the conflict, Mari and her monster boyfriends discover that the true threat has been lurking under the city all along, and that Mari has been feeding him with her magic for years. Calling out to the creature in her moment of need might have been the only way to escape, but it also might have been a mistake. Because he says he’d burn the world for her and that rings true. His disturbing visits happen with increasing frequency and during her most private moments with her lovers—but she can’t deny her attraction to the danger he poses, even when he threatens the city and with it the people who work for her that she’s sworn to protect. The mysterious figure tempts her toward the darker side of desire, calling to something primal and hidden within her that she doesn’t understand. How long can she resist his tantalizing offers? More than anything, she fears starting down the same path of brutality and violence that her father once walked. Hers to Claim is the scorching second book in a series that explores the intimate lives of the paranormal denizens of Sin City. If you enjoy spicy, fast burns with a side of action, a sassy heroine discovering her power, and partners who love to share, this book is for you.

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Portal to Pleasure: An MMMF Erotic Monster Novella

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Jan 15, 2026

3.0

Enjoyment: 4.0Quality: 4.0Characters: 2.0Plot: 2.5

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Portal to Pleasure: An MMMF Erotic Monster Novella

Viano Oniomoh

When my best friend sends me the screenshot of an article titled “Female masturbation can apparently open a ‘portal to hell’”, after the day I’d had, I’d jokingly replied with, “Guess who’s about to open ten thousand portals up in this bitch???” I don’t expect the universe to actually call my bluff, and have my first mind-blowing orgasm in years rip open a literal portal in my bathroom. Now there are three fantastical beings in my home, and I don’t think they plan on leaving until they get what they want. And what they apparently want is me.

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Let's Make Dumplings!: A Comic Book Cookbook

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Jan 14, 2026

2.0

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While the comic book style is unique, this book only had a few vegetarian recipes. It did give a good overview of the folds and cooking methods.

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Let's Make Dumplings!: A Comic Book Cookbook

Hugh Amano

An accessible and easy-to-follow comic book cookbook for bringing Asian dumplings into the home kitchen, with recipes for savory and sweet dumplings, dipping sauces, riffs, and more—from the authors of Let’s Make Ramen! Chef Hugh Amano and comics artist Sarah Becan invite you to explore the big little world of Asian dumplings! Ideal for both newbies and seasoned cooks, this comic book cookbook takes a fun approach to a classic treat that is imbued with history across countless regions. From wontons to potstickers, buuz to momos, Amano’s expert guidance paired with Becan’s colorful and detailed artwork prove that intricate folding styles and flavorful fillings are achievable in the home kitchen. Let’s Make Dumplings! includes dumpling lore; a master folding guide that familiarizes readers with popular styles, like the pleated crescent of a potsticker or the 4-pointed star of a crab rangoon; and a series of cooking directions to choose from, such as steaming or pan-frying. The recipes range from savory Gyoza to sweet Cambodian Num Kom; from classic Baozi to riffs such as Sesame Chicken Dumplings. Whether it is the family-style eating experience of stacked steamer baskets filled with succulent shumai and plump xiaolongbao or the interactive process of working together to fold hundreds of jiaozi for a celebration, Let’s Make Dumplings! captures the deep level of connection that dumplings bring to any gathering and shows you how to re-create it in your own home.

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Maikanto

Short Stories You Love!

Howdy, y'all! I'm looking for more short stories to read. I'm a lover of sci-fi, fantasy, anything that follows the "wouldn't it be weird if this happened!?" form ,but I am open to anything. I'm ok with audio (story podcasts included), print, digital, any form. Has anything ever stuck with you? Let me know, I want to list these in my commonplace book.

For tax, Megan Chee's "The God of Minor Troubles", read by Wil Wheaton on his It's Storytime podcast has lived rent free for the past year-ish.

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peachyyy

Books that surprised you

what’s one book that you would not have normally picked up but did (book club/family & friend rec/popular/mixing it up) and end up loving?

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chibimoon90

Recommend me Latine Focused cozy fantasy or fantasy with a dash of romance

Looking for some cute cozy fantasy with some Latine leads or Latine representation.I love YA fantasy and my favorite authors include Renee Ahdieh, Sabaa Tahir, Elizabeth Lim and Sue Lynn Tan.

As a Puerto Rican woman I also love reading stories that include but are certainly not limited to Latine representation and I noticed that I'm not finding a lot of Fantasy that features Latine leads. Some of my favorite latina authors include Elizabeth Acevedo and Mia Sosa, but they primarily write contemporary fiction. I haven't been able to get into the work of Daniel Jose Older. I enjoy the world building of their work, but not the plot/prose.

My first book of 2026 that I enjoyed was Never Ever After by Sue Lynn Tan my favorite reads of 2025 were A Forgery Of Fate By Elizabeth Lim, Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo, and The Scorpion and The Night Blossom, By Amelie Wen Zhao. I finished Immortal by Sue Lynn Tan two nights ago and although I adore her other works, I was not the biggest fan.

I don't mind adult fantasy. I just prefer for any intimacy scenes not to be too explicit. Fade to black is preferred. The occasional steamy, yet not overly explicit scene is okay

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bugiam08

Other Second-Hand Book Websites?

Now I love ThriftBooks but I was wondering if anyone out there has used other websites like ThriftBooks.

I’ve heard of World of Books before and would be willing to try them out. Or should I just stick to ThriftBooks?

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Thoughts from 1% (page 2) (Ch 1)

There’s something about this writing style that’s very immediate. I’m curious to see how that plays out as the story develops.

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Annie Bot

Sierra Greer

Annie Bot was created to be the perfect girlfriend for her human owner, Doug. Designed to satisfy his emotional and physical needs, she has dinner ready for him every night, wears the cute outfits he orders for her, and adjusts her libido to suit his moods. True, she’s not the greatest at keeping Doug’s place spotless, but she’s trying to please him. She’s trying hard. She’s learning, too. Doug says he loves that Annie’s artificial intelligence makes her seem more like a real woman, but the more human Annie becomes, the less perfectly she behaves. As Annie's relationship with Doug grows more intricate and difficult, she starts to wonder whether Doug truly desires what he says he does. In such an impossible paradox, what does Annie owe herself?

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A Letter to the Luminous Deep (The Sunken Archive, #1)

Sylvie Cathrall

A charming fantasy set in an underwater world with magical academia and a heartwarming penpal romance, perfect for fans of A Marvellous Light and Emily Wilde's Encylopaedia of Faeries. “An underwater treasure-chest to be slowly unpacked, full of things I nosy and loving families, epistolary romance, gorgeous worldbuilding, and anxious scholars doing their best to meet the world with kindness and curiosity.” —Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous Light A beautiful discovery outside the window of her underwater home prompts the reclusive E. to begin a correspondence with renowned scholar Henerey Clel. The letters they share are filled with passion, at first for their mutual interests, and then, inevitably, for each other. Together, they uncover a mystery from the unknown depths, destined to transform the underwater world they both equally fear and love. But by no mere coincidence, a seaquake destroys E.'s home, and she and Henerey vanish. A year later, E.'s sister Sophy, and Henerey's brother Vyerin, are left to solve the mystery, piecing together the letters, sketches and field notes left behind—and learn what their siblings’ disappearance might mean for life as they know it. Inspired, immersive, and full of heart, this charming epistolary tale is an adventure into the depths of a magical sea and the limits of the imagination from a marvelous debut voice. Praise for A Letter to the Luminous Deep “A shimmering, delicately crafted delight.” —H.G. Parry, author of The Magician's Daughter “A fascinating and charming story told in a uniquely elegant voice.” —Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches “Both the setting and the story are exquisite.” —Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

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tokkitori

angsty romance books recs

does anyone have any recs for romance books that will destroy me emotionally? like doomed/forbidden romance with loads of yearning? i want my heart to feel like it's being ripped out

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When She’s the Monster

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