A selection of my favourite books and authors. These are the reads I turn to when I need to immerse myself in another world for a while! These novels are outstanding reads, hidden gems that don't get nearly enough attention. These are not your standard BookTok reads.
These are books I could read over and over again (and some of them I have) and never get sick of. They’re 6 star reads, perfect novels in my opinion. My true modern classics
I love to read anything that inspires me! I love to learn about other people's lives and experiences so I am very much drawn to a memoir. I love a good self help book. I am always on the lookout for a book my kids will enjoy and love learning resources for kids as well. Grab yourself a coffee and I hope you enjoy my book recommendations! Happy Reading :)
These were some of my favorite LGBTQ friendly reads from this year. From sapphic vampires, to a Transgender MC who’s also on the spectrum, and even botanical horror YA with a bisexual ace MC. I hope you love this list as much as I enjoyed it!
I, too, have been stuck in a rut without any books to read--and it doesn't help that I'm quite picky, especially in the fiction department! That's why I have put together a list of some of my favorite books in multiple genres for anyone who's struggling to find a good read to pass the time or look mysterious in that local cafe you love.
I decided it would be great fun to read a bunch of books about art. Here are some of my favorites; a few from my childhood as well as my recent and current reads. And I have put a few of these on the map of the world! Suggest me some more. I love to read about art!
The best books have a way of making bedtime the best part of the day. This board is filled with beloved children's books — from cozy picture books for little ones to early readers that spark a love of stories. Whether you're looking for a giggle-out-loud read, a sweet bedtime story, or a book that teaches big feelings in small words, you'll find something here. Perfect for gifting, building a home library, or rediscovering the classics you loved as a kid. 📚
Books I'm happy to read over and over. Timeless picture books for young readers - stories with a literary touch, classic charm, and the kind of depth adults appreciate too. Think fables and rich, meaningful storytelling.
These are the kinds of books that truly satisfy that craving for a deep, well-woven story. The ones that pull you in and make you forget about time. Each one offers something rich and layered, perfect for when you want to get lost in a good read. I’ll keep updating this list as I make my way through more titles and add the ones I’ve already finished. I'm also putting manga in the list as well. Stay tuned there’s plenty more to come.
y'all know what it is!! let the year of book-ing commence! this year the theme is mostly sci-fi and crime thrillers, as I am diving fully into escapism and comfort to distract from whatever chaos is happening in the world around me. per usual, follow along and drop a comment if you read any of these and your thoughts!
For those of you who want to read a book, but don't know where to start or are just wanting to try a new book for fun! These are surprise books that could be your next favorite reads! :D
These are the self-improvement books that actually made a difference in my life — not just things I read and forgot. Each one helped me shift my mindset, build new habits, or reconnect with who I want to be. Whether you’re healing, leveling up, or just curious, these are worth adding to your list.
📖🔖If you like reading, then check this out; BUT, if you want to start reading, this is recommended for YOU! As someone who's picky with their reading, these are this year's must-haves! 📚➡️🎒
Let your heart be swept away by stories that stay with you forever. The Ultimate Romance Book Bucket List invites you to discover the most beautiful love stories of all time.📖💐
Hey Friends!, 📖✨ I love books — but only the engaging, can’t-put-it-down, actually-worth-it kind. These are my honest book reviews featuring reads that are fun, spicy, emotional, entertaining, or genuinely addictive. If a book drags, I’ll say it. If it’s amazing, I’ll hype it. No fluff — just real, reader-first opinions. 🔥📚 I also host live reading sessions on TikTok, where we read together, discover new books, and talk about what’s actually worth picking up next. Whether you're into cozy reads, spicy romance, page-turners, or trending books — you’ll find honest recommendations here. ✨ Follow along for book reviews, reading recommendations, spicy reads, cozy books, and honest reader opinions across my platforms: TikTok: @Mama_Reds_Corner 📱 Instagram: @Mama_Reds_Corner ✨ Pinterest: Mama Red’s Corner 📌 Benable: Mama Red’s Corner 💻 Save this for honest book reviews, engaging reads, and spicy page-turners that are actually worth your time. 📚🔥 Mama Red’s Corner ❤️
Since childhood, I have loved books and the characters in children's magazines. But this habit took a break when studies took over. In 2023, I finally got back to reading and realized what I had been missing. This list is my way of helping you become an avid reader. Believe me, you won’t regret picking any of these books! 💖
Book recommendations based on genre - these are some of my all time favourites! These are all 5/5⭐ no notes.
My qualifications? Currently 1300+ books under my belt and counting!
Mostly a romance and fantasy girlie but I dabble in literary fiction, sci fi, and memoirs.
Obviously these are just MY opinion. I'd love to hear your thoughts. 💕
If you’re looking for books that will have you kicking your feet, blushing, and saying “just one more chapter”… this list is for you! These spicy reads are fast-paced, addictive, and impossible to put down—perfect for when you want something fun, intense, and a little unhinged. Enter at your own risk… you will get hooked.
Some books are great on the page...but absolutely unforgettable when narrated. This list features 20 books that are even better on Audible, thanks to incredible voice acting, full cast performances, unique narration styles, and stories that feel made for listening. Whether you're driving, cleaning, walking the dog, or hiding in the pantry for five minutes of peace, these audiobooks make every minute more entertaining.
I've been a big reader for as long as I can remember and I love to share my love of books by reading inspiring books to my own children, as well as children in the classrooms. Here are some great books to read aloud to your children that I recommend!
this is my own goodreads
There’s something about these books that pulled me in from the first page. I was never really fond of reading, and honestly, I used to get overwhelmed by thick pages and long stories. Each of these stories stayed with me long after I closed the book, and bit by bit, they reignited my love for reading. If you’re looking for books that challenge you, move you, and leave a lasting impression, these are ones you shouldn’t miss
This is a collection of my all-time favorite manga that I've read (so far!) - I'm sure there will be more to come, so stay tuned as the list grows! Each section has Volumes 1-3 so it's easy for you to get started on your manga binge!
Wanting to Read books to my boys that actually teach them lessons over just a goofy read that they don’t learn anything from. So here is a list that we have or had a few of the series and know they are good and educational.
Love is sometimes better portrayed in romance or rom-com novels set in a classical period. With all the slow-burn, intense, and unconditional love, somehow, we just want to feed and satisfy our hopeless romantic selves.
+++ dark romance included!
Looking for a good read to curl up with this autumn? I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorites! Everything from cozy to spooky to horror, this list has a little bit of everything ✨
I love reading and tend to read romance (or smut as some call it), with some nonfiction thrown in for good measure. If I didn't love, I won't recommend it!
I'm a huge Lord of the Rings (LotR) fan girl. The books are rich with details with unmatched world-building. The Peter Jackson movies are IMHO masterpieces. (Though I take issue with the stretching out of The Hobbit.) This list is my love letter to all things Tolkien and Middle Earth. This list may contain cash back and affiliate links.
Age gap romance book recommendations. For those who like taboo romances and a taste of the forbidden, we all love a good age gap romance. Please be sure to check your trigger warnings.
Start them young with their love for fantasy. Allow your kids to use their imagination with these fun stories. These are entertaining for the kids as well as us as parents and I enjoy reading together with my kids.
Are you just getting into manga?? Or looking for a new series to read?? Here is a list for YOU!! Below I've provided some of my favorite and most highly rated manga series that are available to read! From Attack on Titan to Naruto & more! These are some of the most iconic stories you can get your hands on and jump into! SO?!?! What are you waiting for!?!? Get yours now and discover the worlds that await you!!
If you have a book lover in your life (or are the book lover), this list is for you. I pulled together some of my favorite cozy, thoughtful gift ideas—things that make reading time even better. Nothing fancy or over the top, just sweet, practical finds that any reader would actually use and love. Whether they curl up with romances, thrillers, or good old classics, there’s something here that will make them smile.
This list is filled with the books and Bibles that have deepened my walk with Christ and encouraged me in everyday life. Whether you’re looking for study tools, devotionals, or uplifting reads, these are the ones I truly recommend.
Im very new to my Faith but these are some of the things that have i have used to get closer to the Lord. (Granted none of this is necessary to have a relastionship with God)🙏🏼
From literary fiction to romance, these are some of my favorite reads! These are those I cannot put it down books that I would read over and over again for the rest of my life😊
Some of my favorite book recommendations. Ranging from thriller to romance and some things in between. Some smutty book recommendations (if you know me in real life…no you dont)
We have been royalty since the start of time. This list is a tribute to that legacy, featuring transportive summer beach reads, hidden herstories, and powerful books on self-worth and resilience. These are the pages that remind us of our sacred value, help us reclaim our inner light, and celebrate the brilliant depth of the women who shape the world. Curated for readers ready to nourish their souls, honor their heritage, and dive into spectacular storytelling.
I think a good picture book can be enjoyed by all ages! These are some that I have found throughout the years and enjoyed alongside my kids. What makes a good picture book? It has to be illustrated well, but it also needs a great story! These books have great stories and charming illustrations!
From first giggles to final twists—these stories stay with you.
💬 Got a Favorite That Stuck With You?
This list is ever-evolving, just like our favorite stories. If you’ve got a beloved read that fits the vibe—whether it’s for tiny tots, growing dreamers, or timeless hearts—feel free to share. I’m all ears.
A tightly curated collection of books that deepen and expand the core practices in Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It. Each title supports self-love, healing, and sustainable inner change from a different but complementary angle.
Although I love stand-alone books, romance book series are some of my favorite books to read. Getting to follow along characters throughout their journey or their friend's journeys is very addicting. Here are some of my favorite romance books in a series that will keep you coming back for more and more! Disclosure: Some of my lists will include affiliate links where I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase (at no extra cost to you)
These books are comforting and encouraging - old friends I revisit throughout my life when I need a little boost of creativity. There are a few new additions as well.
These are all books or book themed items that I think would make great gifts this Christmas. I’ve tried to add a variety and cover adults and children.
Step into the world of 'A Court of Thorns and Roses', and bring the magic of the Night Court into your everyday life. This curated list is packed with cosy reading essentials, dark romantic aesthetics, and fantasy inspired fashion to help you feel like you are living inside Prythian. Perfect for romantasy readers and anyone obsessed with that moody, magical vibe.
Here I will list books that have either helped or inspired me on my journey! Each of these books is worth reading and, above all, putting into practice!
From nonfiction to romance to sci-fi and fantasy, these are books by black authors that I enjoyed! I know I'm not alone in my goal to diversify my reading and expand my knowledge. Read black authors year-round!
I may not read 3 books a week, but I have read my fair share. So, these are all my recommendations. I will not recommend any books that I didn't truly love and I will update everytime I've found a new favorite!
I have found a love for coloring and these are the best books out there! I make sure to find ones where I can color and leave it or continue and use my creativity to make it mine!
“i need a gift for someone in my life that loves to read!” okay, i've got your back. take a look through this list to see my favorite bookish things that also make great gifts.
My Toddler Loves these books. Yours might too! Or it could be a good gift for a toddler in your life ;) Most of these are pretty affordable; there’s is a couple on the higher end but in my opinion a physical book gets so much use I don’t mind paying a little more up front.
Your 20's are the most formative time in your life, and all of the books below will help get you settled as a creative, a working professional, and a dreamer.
The plots that pulled me in, the characters I still can’t stop thinking about, and the reads that defined my year so far. Here's what I've read so far in 2025
I know there are way more avid readers than me out there but I think we can all agree that some book related items as a gift would be so fun to receive. I have created a list of items that are things we might not buy ourselves but would surely enjoy. Let me know if there is something missing.
From morally gray men to scenes that melt your Kindle...if you are a spicy book lover like me who likes it unputdownable and has no problem to be left heartbroken... These recommendations are for you! 🔥🌶️
A magic system, in an academy, possibly even a romance or a fantasy? I AM SAT. I've been really enjoying this kind of dark academia-cum-romantasy genre (I'm using that word in the Latin sense, don't be so disgusting! Although admittedly Sloopies, some of these contain spice. You have been warned) Please comment if you have any recommendations for me!! I love to read.
Mainly non-fiction novels that are on my read list!! 💕 I love getting engrossed in a book, even more so when it’s a witty rom-com or a heartbreaker that really tugs at the emotions. You’ll always find me with a book or my Kindle close by! 📚✨
If you love romantasy and contemporary romance, I’ve got you covered! These are my favourite reads of 2025 so far! All of these were 5 ⭐️ reads for me!
Some of my favourite books that are filled with young love, adventure, and beauty. No spice or swearing (well, maybe a little bit;), just a whole lotta smiling 🤍
I am a huge bookworm, but I do fall into a reading slump from time to time. These are the books that got me out of the reading slump. Explore love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of political unrest, highlighting how cultural constraints and historical events shape personal relationships, identity, and the enduring power of human connection.
Reading has been one of my favorite hobbies since I was in elementary school. Although my tastes have changed since then, I created a list of all my favorite books. Some romance, some crime, some fantasy, just a little bit of everything for everyone!
I always knew I did not want to follow the traditional path to retirement, financial independence, or wealth, so I started reading alot of great books to help me along my journey to financial independence and my goal to retire early.
I've always been an avid reader, mostly in the fantasy genre. These days I like listening to audiobooks. It's easier to listen in the car or gym than it is to find time to sit down with a book in hand.