The Plot Thickens
In a world where new books by BIPOC writers are released every day, choosing your next read can be overwhelming. Allow us to give you some thicc plot suggestions ;) Curated and written by story-obsessed Porshèa, you’ll find a bevy of fantasy, non-fiction, and some romance recommendations in Middle Grade, Young Adult, and Adult categories. Like what you see, you can purchase a copy at our Bookshop!
Word to the wise: Porshèa’s preferences are fast-paced, adventurous, and somewhat dark tales with a lot of love for fairytale retellings. We try to place content warnings where appropriate, but please reach out if you read a recommendation that needs warnings that may have been overlooked by the team.
The Plot Thickens: Woman of Light
Like the Western genre and looking for a story told from a marginalized point of view? Woman of Light may be for you!
The Plot Thickens: Zyla & Kai
Find out why you should read this sweet summer romance by Kristina Forest.
The Plot Thickens: Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
Come for the Black middle schooler whose mutant powers manifest in her sentient natural hair, stay for a story about accountability. Find out why this Middle Grade should be next on your (or your kid’s) TBR!
The Plot Thickens: A Caribbean Heiress in Paris
A Caribbean Heiress in Paris sets up a series of ferocious women of color in the 1889s.
The Plot Thickens: Wednesday and Woof #1: Catastrophe
Find out why this chapter book should not be missed!
The Plot Thickens: Kiki Kallira Conquers a Curse
This next entry into the Kiki Kallira series is full of imaginative storytelling. Read more!
The Plot Thickens: The Hacienda
Looking for a historical fiction novel with a supernatural twist? The Hacienda may be for you!
The Plot Thickens: Kaikeyi
Find out why this retelling of the South Asian tale “Ramayana,” should be next on your TBR!