Top 5 morally grey protagonists
I’m drawn to characters who make questionable decisions for reasons I can understand, even when I’m yelling at them through the page. These five morally grey protagonists aren’t secretly perfect heroes. They’re complicated, occasionally terrible and far too compelling for their own good.
Top 5 cute covers
Apparently I have a type... and it's books, baked goods, witches, magical creatures, and whimsical illustrated covers. These are five books that made me smile before I even read the blurb—and yes, I absolutely judged them by their covers.
Top 5 anticipated books Jul-Sep 2026
Reading books and buying books are two very different hobbies, and this publishing schedule isn't helping. Here are the July to September 2026 releases I'm counting down to, from long-awaited sequels to one very exciting chaos goblin spin-off.
Top 5 books of 2026… so far
Looking for the best books of 2026 so far? These are my five favourite reads of the year, from mythological fantasy and cosy adventures to heartfelt romance. Every one of these stories stayed with me long after I turned the final page.
Top 5 books that found me when I needed them most
Sometimes the most important books aren't our favourites — they're the ones that arrive exactly when we need them. This week's Top 5 Tuesday is a little more personal, exploring five stories that brought me comfort, hope, and reminded me why I love reading.
Top 5 book with mysterious houses
From sprawling manors to impossible buildings with secrets hidden behind every door, these are five books where the house is just as important as the characters who live inside it.
Top 5 mythical creatures
Dragons are great, but fantasy is full of fascinating creatures that deserve their moment in the spotlight. These are five mythical beings I never get tired of reading about.
Top 5 book boyfriends I could fix
Are they emotionally unavailable? Making terrible decisions? Carrying enough trauma to fill several novels? Excellent. Here are five fictional men I am absolutely (not) convinced I could fix.
Top 5 books about politics
Politics can create some of the most compelling stories, whether set in fantasy kingdoms, modern governments, or dystopian futures. These are five books that explore power, leadership, and the systems that shape our lives.
Top 5 books about religion
Religion can shape worlds, inspire characters, and drive conflict in fascinating ways. These are five books that engage with faith, belief, and spirituality in memorable ways.
Top 5 anticipated reads for Q2 2026
My reading plans rarely survive contact with reality, but these are the books I'm most excited to pick up over the next few months. Let's see how many I actually manage to read.
Top 5 books that should be modern classics
It's impossible to know which books will stand the test of time, but some already feel destined to become classics. These are five contemporary books I believe readers will still be discussing for years.
Top 5 surprising book recommendations
These books weren't on my radar, didn't sound like my usual thing, or completely exceeded my expectations. Sometimes the best reading experiences are the ones you never see coming.
Top 5 comfort books
When life gets stressful, these are the books I return to again and again. They're familiar, comforting, and guaranteed to remind me why I love reading.
Top 5 books that made me cry
Some books leave a lasting impression, while others leave me reaching for tissues. These are five stories that broke my heart, made me ugly cry, and stayed with me long after I finished reading.
Top 5 books I couldn’t put down
Every reader knows the feeling of promising "just one more chapter" and suddenly discovering it's midnight. These are five books that completely took over my life while I was reading them.
Top 5 books I would have paid to edit
As both a reader and an editor, some books leave me imagining what they could have been with a little more polish. These are five novels I would have loved the chance to edit.
Top 5 new-to-me authors of 2025
One of the best parts of reading is discovering a new favourite author. These are five writers I read for the first time in 2025 and immediately wanted to read more from.
Top 5 previously-read authors of 2025
Sometimes the most reliable reads come from authors we already know and trust. These are five familiar favourites who delivered another great reading experience in 2025.
Top 5 books I meant to read in 2025
My reading plans and my actual reading habits rarely agree with each other. These are five books I fully intended to read in 2025 but somehow never got around to picking up.
Top 5 books I acquired on my hiatus
I may have been on a blogging hiatus, but that didn't stop me from acquiring books. These are five additions to my shelves that followed me home while I wasn't posting.
Top 5 books with a colour in the title
Colours can add mood, symbolism, and intrigue before a story even begins. These are five books with colourful titles that caught my attention for more than just their names.
Top 5 books with a direction in the title
North, south, east, and west can mean much more than geography in fiction. These are five books whose titles point readers in an intriguing direction.
Top 5 books with times of day in the title
Morning, noon, evening, and midnight all bring their own atmosphere to a story. These are five books that make excellent use of time right from the title.
