I realize it may sound like I'm asking the literary equivalent of painting underwear on all the naughty bits in the Sistine Chapel, and I recognize both that it was, and why it was his artistic choice not to include things like quotation marks, but I have ADHD and reading is already a struggle; I know audiobooks are a thing too, but I'd still much rather read his work for myself, just formatted in a way to be more readily accessible.

I got in the mood to rewatch Gravity Falls and I got interested in knowing if there are any books like that. Just some fun, zany adventures, like a family moving into a town and the MC starts noticing weird things around town that doesn't make sense and tries to get to the bottom of it.

It can be middle grade or YA maybe even adult, doesn't matter.

Little to no romance would be ideal but I'll push through it.

And I know about Spooksville by Christopher Pike, so please don't mention that series because I plan to read it.

What books have you read that got you out of a reading slump?

what's the bests books about storytelling?

Is holistic book in a general book not for an specific thing, I wanna books for use in my write, in my oral communication, with my friends, in a presentation, for public speaking and etc

I was searching and I found the book story by Robert Mckee, And this book have a good rating on goodreads

This is a really good book have others better?

When I see some forums someone asking for a book about storytelling I don't see this book in the list.
And I want recommendations about books in storytelling the best between the bests 😁😁😁

Want it to have a romance subplot that involves a polyamorous relationship instead of the typical love angle. Also hoping that the romance stays in the backseat and doesn’t overwhelm the main plot. Thanks!

Oh yeah, regarding book length, the longer the better. I need something to occupy my time. :)

Can anyone recommend a book like those dark fantasy TikTok slideshows

I’m looking to deepen my knowledge about Asian history. I know quite a lot about European, Middle Eastern and North and South American history, but not as much about Asian history. I was wondering whether anyone has a suggestion for a book I might read (or even better, listen to)

Any suggestions are welcome!

I’m looking to read, The Tattooist from Aushowitz, but it looks like the story is not complete without reading all three. Is it worth it to buy all, or can I get by just reading the first one? Have you read this book?

Hi everyone, my dad's birthday is coming up and I thought about getting him a book. He's open to a lot of stuff but not really into fantasy/sci-fi. He prefers fiction books. In the past he used to read a lot of John Grisham's and Ken Follett's books. Here are some of the books I know he liked:

I Know This Much is True (Wally Lamb), the Dutch House (Ann Patchett), Five Little Indians (Michelle Good), Seek You: A Journey Through American Loneliness (Kristen Radtke - Graphic novel), Talking to Strangers (Malcolm Gladwell).

Some of the books he didn't like: Life of Pi (Yann Martel), the Alchemist (Paulo Coelho), Yellowface (R.F. Huang)

Hi there, came here to this lovely subreddit for some suggestions. To be a little more specific on what has happened.. I am the victim of a domestic violence situation with my now ex. I am working on finding a therapist and have lots of support from family and friends, and he is currently facing charges.

I love reading and find great comfort in books and I am looking for some recommendations. I am open to both Non-Fiction and Fiction. Typically my go to genre is Adult Fantasy, thrillers, and horror. As of right now I need some comfort and perhaps some insight on dealing with the emotions surrounding the situation, be it a feel good story or some self help. I would appreciate any and all suggestions.

Thank you!

Rewriting the Past: A Journey from Trauma to Hope" is a deeply moving autobiography penned by the resilient author, Brent Dempsey. This compelling narrative traces Brent's remarkable voyage from the depths of trauma to the heights of hope, taking readers on an emotional rollercoaster through his life's most trying moments. As the narrative unfolds, unfolds, readers witness Brent's courageous and relentless efforts to heal and rebuild. Drawing from his well of resilience, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, therapy, and self-compassion, slowly chiseling away at the shadows of his past. The book is a testament to the power of the human spirit, portraying the highs and lows of recovery, the importance of support networks, and the incredible capacity of an individual to transform pain into strength. "Rewriting the Past" is a compelling reminder that hope can shine even in the darkest of times, and it inspires anyone who has experienced trauma, offering a message of triumph and resilience.

I've just finished From Hell by Alan Moore, and am still blown away by it. Aside from the novel itself, I was amazed by the Appendix, in which Moore describes his inspiration and sources in a clearheaded way, whilst talking about folklore/paganism, legends, freemasonry and the general myths that surround Jack the Ripper.

In general, something conspiratorial or mysterious but with a base in reality would really scratch my itch right now. Can be a novel or non-fiction, although in case of non-fiction preferably with a "level-headed" narrator.

I just read the wager, which was not bad at all. So now I'm looking for books similar to it.

It was around the 1700s, about sailors who become castaways and talks about their survival on the island (mentions of cannibalism, surviving on a island with little to no resources) and their eventual return to civilization. So definitely something about sailing, people living on the boats back in the day and potential shipwrecks.

Thanks

Hi everyone

I am looking for some recommendations on your favourite True Crime book!

I have been a True Crime gal for literally years now and honestly would have a degree in this field now it’s that insane how many hours I watch anything True Crime a week.

I have pretty much seen every True Crime documentary, Tv series & movie that is streamed in Australia.. my partner thinks I’m crazy, I watch it pretty much everyday, doing absolute any task. It’s gotten to the stage where I have literally run out of things to watch (Im jealous of Americans and their streaming sites) So a few days ago I was looking at some self help books online and thought wait.. I should check True Crime books out. I purchased my first book today:

• The Teacher’s Pet by Hedley Thomas - behind the scenes book about one of the biggest murder mysteries here in Australia, Lynette Dawson.

I am so excited to begin my new obsession with True Crime books, I can already tell it’s gonna be an expensive one.

I had 2 free audiobooks tokens so I chose: • A Beautiful Child by Matt Birkbeck • If You Tell by Gregg Olsen Lemme know your thoughts on these too if you have read/listened.

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Please suggest me your favorite books that are 200ish pages or less. I'm trying to catch up to my reading goal for the year. I'm interested in pretty much anything. Thank you📚

I'm looking for a classic book with an in-depth look at the importance of mistakes and how to learn from them. Possibly (I know this is a bit controversial, since i said earlier that it should be an in-depth), I would like it to be short, 150 to 250 pages.

Hi! I’m doing coworker appreciation baskets and one of my coworkers loves to read horror and thriller books. I’m more of a romance girly so I need some help picking out a few books she might like. Any suggestions?? Thanks!!

Does anyone have any good book recs for people who have ADHD, like better understanding it and life with it?

My wife is not a reader. However, she sees me and my kids diving into a lot of books regularly. Needless to say, it's inspired her to start but she doesn't know where.

She said she would like to read something that relates to her. We have three kids. She works as a CNA, but wants to get out of that line of work. She isn't sure what she wants to do. She is often busy with home life and wants a good escape novel to get into. The last book she read (I'm not sure I remember the title) was some historical fiction from late 19th century with a female protagonist.

Any suggestions would be great. I don't think she cares too much for Sci-Fi or fantasy.

Thank you in advance!

Edit: Bonus points for anything related to Alaska or Iñupiaq / indigenous culture. She is from an Arctic village and is Iñupiaq.

It’s a popular trope to have pieces of ultra-advanced technology left over from a long gone civilization. But are there any books where that powerful civilization still exists and is an active player in the story? Like a space opera where one of the factions is god-like in its abilities compared to the rest?

My friend and I want to read some books in the historical romance realm that ARENT the Bridgeton books (we read those). Bonus points for light smut but not a requirement. We just want to faint over some ankle and clutch our pearls lol

Ooo also gay or sapphic recs would be great in this genre!

I loved fourth wing (big fantasy world with dragons) and want to stay in the genre.

Suggest me your favorite book with magic, and or dragons 🐉

I’ve never been big into poetry but I want to be. Can someone suggest me a book of poetry collections that are by different authors and are diverse in subject matter as I don’t know what I like yet? Thank you!!

Looking for a novel spy book where the main character is involved in spy activities and gets away with it. Think about infiltration, killing, poison or hacking. Maby something like Dexter with good inner dialogue, dark and sinister.

I've read so many books where the characters run away from their bleak home situations to some other place, get work there and struggle, but in the end they always have some character development and decide to do better and make peace with who they left behind, or they get caught and dragged back home. I think that's stupid, so I'm looking for books where the runaways stay ran away, where they succeed and make it and never look back, because fuck forgiveness, fuck being the bigger person, fuck doing the right thing. Just embrace the new life they've built.

I know this is a really specific ask, but I just need to know it this exists.

Hi all — thanks in advance for the help!

I am leaving for a trip tomorrow and I wanted to balance my serious pick (Invisible Child, Andrea Elliott) with a more light-hearted book that I can switch to when I need a break.

Was hoping to have something a little more light-hearted or humorous, and I generally appreciate having content that will make me think or learn something. Other than that I’m pretty open - fiction, non-fiction, self-help, thriller.

Thank you!!

So far this year, I have read and loved A Little Life, Pachinko, The Covenant of Water and last night I read The Song of Achilles (after which I cried myself to sleep) and am currently reading East of Eden and Cutting for Stone. In my reading pile I have Tomorrow Tomorrow Tomorrow, The Book Thief, The Power of the Dog and Mater 2-10 still to read. As you can see, I like depressing books, especially multi generational ones. I've also read all of Haruki Murakami's works. However, I'm getting somewhat exhausted of always being distraught or depressed when reading a book.

I've had clinical depression and anxiety for many, many years and I know it doesn't help me that I always read books like this. But in my head it has more to do with the style of writing, I can't imagine a "happy" book being as beautifully written as sadder books are. Any time I feel like reading a happy book I just to straight to an easy romcom but there has to be more out there than that.

I'd love a book that has all of the things I love about those books but doesn't end in a way that leaves me in mourning or feeling empty. I'm okay with some sadness! I'm okay with crying! I just don't want the ending to be sad. If A Little Life had a happy ending and more happy chapters then even that would work with what I'm asking for. I usually stick to books just like the ones I listed genre wise, but if you have a recommendation you think I should try then I'm open!

Thanks in advance!

Suggest me a book that will make me more knowledgeable- I guess with every book you can gain some sort of knowledge. But looking for books that really make me think.

I've been listening to the Harry Potter series as an adult and forgot how wonderful it is after reading the books as a kid.

I'm going through a challenging moment in my life and the "non adult problems" in the Harry Potter books have been a great distraction before bed.

What else can I read that has similar qualities to Harry Potter? I'm looking for a book that can take me into another world, (thoigh doesnt necessarily need to be a fantasy world) without focusing on "adult problems." I love that the Harry Potter books barely touch on things like money, beauty, career, health, success, and other ego-driven and fear-driven topics that tend to overstimulate my mind and keep me from falling asleep.

I also love how wholesome the Harry Potter books are, without being dull.

I tried listening to the Hobbit but found it to be a little "too much" for me, especially with the thick narration voices. I found it hard to stay focused.

I need a book that provides a detailed, step-by-step process and other strategies to overcome my extreme social media addiction (10 to 11hr daily). I have tried everything, but it didn't work, so I am thinking of reading a book that could provide me with the necessary strategies to overcome my addiction.