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20 Must-Read Historical Fiction Books Set in India

India is a land of great linguistic, cultural, and religious diversity. Here are 20 of the best examples of historical fiction set in India.

25 Must-Read Books on Buddhism

Whether you're a practicing Buddhist or are starting your journey, these are the best books on Buddhism you'll want to have on your shelves, including Sarasvati's Gift by Mayumi Oda.

50 Best Manga You Must Read Right Now

New to reading manga and don't know where to start? Want to find a new series to dive into? Here's a list of the 50 best manga to add to your reading list.

20 Must-read Picture Books of 2022

20 must read 2022 picture books for young readers to love, learn from, and cherish from silly stories to inspiring nonfiction books, including Sunday Pancakes.

20 New Must-Read Short Story Collections

From literary fiction and spec fic to mystery and horror, there's something for everyone in these must-read short story collections.

20 Must-Read Queer Poetry Collections

Whether you're new to poetry or a lifelong poetry lover, this list of 20 must-read queer poetry collections has something for you, including Don’t Call Us Dead by Danez Smith.

The Top Must-Read Authors According to Book Riot Contributors

We surveyed Book Riot contributors to find out what writers they consider "must-read" authors. Find out which six authors made the top of the list.

20 of the Most Influential Historical Fiction Books Of All Time

The best and most influential historical fiction helps us contextualize the past and illuminates how gender, class, and ethnicity have defined our present.

50 of the Best Nonfiction Books

20 Must-Read Books Set in Spain by Spanish Authors

Take a literary trip to España through the pages of these must-read books set in Spain, like The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón.