Book Lists

I curate and create book lists through this page, so if you are interested in the book recommendations more than all of the other content I place on this site, this list will make it easier to look at those lists exclusively.

Top 15: Shannon’s Picks

Reader’s Choice There is a local bookstore that has a shelf where readers can sign up to fill a shelf with their book picks. I loved that idea, it is always one of my favorite shelves to look at in the store, and it can be so interesting to see people’s choices and silently judge…
Top 15: Dystopian

The writer discusses their ever-changing reading interests and experiences with dystopian novels, offering alternatives to George Orwell’s “1984.” They share their favorite novels in the genre, touching on topics such as censorship, societal standards, alien invasions, and virtual reality. The summaries of the recommended novels provide a glimpse into each dystopian world.
Top 15: Biography

This list features a variety of biographies, autobiographies, and memoirs with easy readability. It includes books like “The Storyteller” by Dave Grohl, “Educated” by Tara Westover, “Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer, “Spearhead” by Adam Makos, and “Twelve Years a Slave” by Solomon Northrup, offering inspiring and insightful reads from diverse perspectives and experiences.
Top 15: Stand Alone Fantasy

Rebecca Reber, a lifelong fantasy enthusiast, once believed that epic fantasy could only be contained within a trilogy. However, as she’s grown older, she finds herself less interested in multiple-book series. She shares her recommended standalone fantasy novels, each with engaging world-building, magical systems, and well-developed characters. Notable recommendations include “The Night Circus,” “The Once…
Top 15: Historical Fiction

I never really thought I was a big historical fiction reader until I joined a book club. Turns out, I was wrong. I tend to pick historical fiction when my turn to choose the book rolls around, and I feel like our best discussions happen when we are talking about a historical fiction book. They…
Self-Help Book List

The writer, initially skeptical about self-help books, discovered their value through a therapist’s recommendation. They highlight several impactful reads, spanning diverse topics such as productivity, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. The compilation embraces renowned works like “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” and “The Subtle Art,” as well as lesser-known gems.