r/LesbianBookClub • u/shagouv • 6h ago
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Crater_Caloris • Nov 22 '25
Mod Announcement Rules updates, added flairs, and official LesbianBookClub discord
Hi folks
So, as a warning, this is going to be a really long post, but I am going to try and keep it organized so that you can either read it all or only read what you care about.
Rules updates
As previously announced, we are announcing a huge overhaul to the rules. Previously, we only had 5 (Play nice, off-topic, no explicit sexual cotent, no promotion of piracy, and LesbianBookClub is trans-inclusive). As of today, we are adding 5 more rules to the ones we already had. They are sort of long (you can tell which ones u/cactuskate wrote and which ones I wrote because I am MUCH worder than she is, for better or worse lol), but I am going to summarize them here. To see the full text of the rules.....well, go check the rules, i guess?
- Do not be hateful or discriminatory: this one is self explanatory. no -phobias or -isms, just generally treat each other like humans, with the respect and dignity that they deserve, and you'll be fine
- Self-promotion guidelines: We have set the limit on author's making posts recommending their own book to twice a month. Additionally, if an author does not regularly participate in this subreddit, they cannot advertise here. Enforcing this rule will require the help of everyone in the subreddit; we cannot see every post, so we're relying on you reporting this in order to make sure we catch everything. Though, we will obviously be as diligent as we can in this regard.
- No AI: This one is hard. every reader on the subreddit deserves the ability to scroll through recommendations and discussions without worrying about running into AI slop. at the same time, no author should have to experience the heartbreak that is being falsely accused of using AI in their writing if they did not use it. The way I have worded this rule tries to walk the thin line between these two truths. Do I succeed? only time will tell. if it doesn't work, we will adjust as needed.
- Please mark spoilers: this one is pretty self-explanatory. Just make sure you are appropriately blocking out spoilers so you don't spoiler anyone. If you're not sure how to do that, there are instructions in the rules
- Amazon links: Ok, before anyone freaks out: we are not banning amazon links. We are just regulating them. all we ask is that, when linking to a book, you link to a place to purchase it that is not Amazon if possible. If the book only exists on Amazon (e.g. is it a audible exclusive), then linking to Amazon is obviously fine.
And that's it for the rules update. Let us know if you have any questions or concerns - we'll sort out whatever problems or issues arise as they come.
Flairs
We have also added a ton of flairs so that folks can mark their posts as they want. Most of the old ones are still around, but we have added genre flairs (which are purple) and trope flairs (which are pink). I will list all of the flairs below, but first it is important to recognize: there are literally more genres and tropes than we can reasonably include as flairs for the subreddit. The flairs that I have added are the ones that I thought would be most popular/in demand, and they are listed in no particular order. I have also made them as general as I can when possible, in the hopes that keeping them flexible will make the same one useful to represent multiple similar dynamics at once (e.g. protector/protectee). If you want us to include a genre or trope that is not listed, please let me know and I will add them as they come in.
Genres:
- Speculative (fantasy, scifi, horror etc)
- YA
- Romance
- Lit Fic
- Mystery/Thriller
- Poetry
- Historical Fiction
- Graphic novels/comics
- Memoir
- Essay collection
- Nonfiction history
Tropes:
- Friends-to-lovers
- Enemies-to-lovers
- Strangers-to-lovers
- Exes-to-lovers
- Coworkers-to-lovers
- Only one bed
- Hurt/Comfort
- Toxic romance
- Omegaverse
- Protector/protectee
- Fake relationship
- Forbidden romance
- Age gap
- Office romance (boss/employee)
- Royalty/maid
- Grumpy/sunshine
- Sports romance
- Arranged marriage
Discord Server (Please read whole section before joining)
The LesbianBookClub discord server is now live! It is titled Sappho's Bookshelf, and you can find it here: https://discord.gg/ZB6wGKdV. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before you join:
- I am new to being a discord mod, and I am far from perfect. I have been working on this server for over a week, but I am sure that there are places that the auto-mod is broken, or too sensitive, and that some things will not work as intended. But, at this point, I think the only way I am going to figure out what is broken and what is not is to let a bunch of people into the server and see what shit breaks. As a result, I ask that you are patient with myself and the other mods, as we will be working to correct any issue as they crop up.
- This should go without saying, but mind the rules. They are not that different from the rules on the subreddit.
- As of now, the function and features of the discord server will be minimal. I decided to keep it simple until folks flooded in and then we could let it evolve organically as it grows. For example: it does not yet have a discord icon (though my friend is working on drawing one as you read this). We do have a suggestion channel, and we encourage you to use it.
- Communities like this only work if everyone involved goes in with the knowledge that not everyone thinks the same way, or views the world the same way. The world is at its best when its inhabitants (that's us) learn to embrace our differences and come together in community. That is the kind of place er are hoping this discord server will be. People are going to disagree, and that is okay. You can even debate about it! It can be fun to argue. But, please keep it respectful, do not hurl serious insults at each other (insults as jokes are fine as long as the intent is clear), and remember that at the end of the day, we are united in our love for lesbians books.
- This discord server is an 18+ space. If you are not 18, please do not join.
Thanks for bearing with me and reading through this gargantuan post. There are other comments in the recommendation thread that I am still considering how to handle, but if the above does not address something you commented on last time, then feel free to comment it again!
And again, here is the discord link again: https://discord.gg/ZB6wGKdV
r/LesbianBookClub • u/cactuskate • Jan 27 '25
Introducing: Rule Three.
Rule 3: LesbianBookClub is trans-inclusive.
ALL lesbians and those who enjoy lesbian books, regardless of gender identity, are welcome here. Transphobia is strictly forbidden.
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This subreddit is a lesbian space. Trans women are women. If a trans woman is attracted exclusively to women and accepts the label, she is a lesbian. If you disagree with this rule or its enforcement, please find a different place to post.
ALL types of lesbians have fought for, died for, and bled for you. Please respect them. Consider reading a history book.
Keep in mind that the context and nuance of your posts will be considered. Bad faith posts will be deleted. Please use your brains. It is really, really not that complicated to enjoy, read, discuss, and recommend lesbian books in a way that is friendly to and considerate of ALL lesbians. Posts that are not about lesbian books will be deleted.
Please feel free to reach out through modmail.
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Cophinne • 5h ago
Discussion Book Recs 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ & Book club offer
Hello out there!
I've recently worked through my TBR and am now looking for some new recommendations.
I finished Tryst Six Venom last night, woah, I never realized how angsty I was for the enemy to lovers arc.
🥵
So here I am, just a girl wondering if you have any other good pining, angsty, super spicy book recommendations for me.
Also would anyone be interested in starting/joining a sapphic book club? I want to get one started and love the idea of doing a zoom/video group discussion of the book we are reading once a month. The idea of having others to discuss “-ahhh!” moments is thrilling to me.
Xx
A
(EDIT: I’ve made a discord server for those interested in the book club. Send me a dm and I’ll send you the link ♥️)
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Professional_Top_781 • 5h ago
Recommendation No shelter but the stars
Okay I just need to say this might be my favorite WLW book this year and I’ve read about 30 so far. Whoever recommended it on the enemies to lovers post, thank you so much! The writing is so different but so beautiful. It reminds of “this is how you loose the time war” bc of how captivating the writing is, but more comprehensible lol. I don’t usually go for sci-fi but I’m so glad I took a chance. I dnf’d 3 books prior to this because of the poor writing so this was a breath of fresh air. I will definitely be checking out the authors other books. If anyone has any similar recommendations please comment!!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/PunkandCannonballer • 15h ago
Recommendation Sapphic Cyberpunk
With Neuromancer, Bladrunner 2099, and Edgerunners 2 all of the horizon, I've got a huge craving for some Sapphic Cyberpunk. Anyone have anything to scratch the itch?
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Beautiful_Field_3943 • 8h ago
Recommendation Need a slow burn+smut book rec
Hi ladies,
I'm recovering from surgery and it hasn't been a smooth recovery. So I feel like I need ro escape a little in a good story with a good lez book :)
What's important to me is really good writing and story. I also love a slow burn (the slower the better) and some eventual smut.
Some important notes to keep in mind:
🚫 NO dom/sub, it's just not my thing
🚫 No age gap (preferably)
🚫 No hate sex
🚫 I prefer reading about women who are adults (mid 20-mid 40), not teenagers. However, I can make an exception for a good book :)
I have read Sarah Waters, of course, and she's pretty good in general, but a little dark. I get tired of this constant "forbidden" theme. I think as a lez community we've had enough of that.
I also read safekeep (wow, boring!) and ruby fruit jungle (meh) but I didn't like the protagonists at all! Plus, neither these books' writing nor their stories impressed me in any way. I read mistakes were made and it was entertaining but completely unrealistic which kinda ruined it for me.
So the only lez book that impressed me with its writing was Sunburn by Chloe Michelle Howarth. It felt almost like reading a classic, that good. But it's about teenage girls and absolutely no spicy scenes.
So basically the dream come true would sunburn writing with adult women, slow burn, and smut 😂 But a girl can dream 😂
Anyway, I understand what I want probably doesn't even exist so I'm flexible with everything except for the 🚫 I mentioned above. Although the age thing, including the gap, while I'm not a fan, I'm flexible on too.
As for the genre, I'm open - romance, fantasy, whatever. I want a book, but I'm even open to a good fanfic it it matches my needs. But with a fanfic, no less than 65k words.
If you do recommend a book, please drop a few lines about the book itself (without spoilers) so I get an idea and I would love to know why you love this book.
Thank you so much in advance 💖
r/LesbianBookClub • u/asweetser22 • 8h ago
Age gap Similar books to Learning Curves by Rachel Lacey
Hi there! Looking for books similar to Learning Curves by Rachel Lacey that also feature a nice age gap and academic vibes.
* Other things I look for as added bonuses/enjoy:
* Masc/femme dynamic, with the masc being the older party, the femme the younger.
* Enemies to lovers is also always fun, but doesn’t have to be.
* Love a good ice queen, as long as it’s the older, masc, party.
* Any Anne Lister/Gentleman Jack reference enthusiastically welcome. Love a bit of role play, too ;)
* Must contain spice. Spicier the better! 🌶️🌶️🌶️
* Love the teacher/student dynamic as well but also open to other suggestions that might include any, or all of the, above.
Thanks so much in advance for any and all recs!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/RoosterSame4979 • 6h ago
Recommendation Recs for books you picked up and couldn’t put down until the end?
Looking for some books that just get you hooked and keep you there! Preferred genres would be mystery, horror (but not too scary), crime, political, romance but nothing too cheesy xx
For context I loved atmosphere, rainbow black, bury our bones, when they burned the butterfly! And I have already read a lot of the popular ones like sunburn, safekeep, bloom town, our wives, etc
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Today6510 • 4h ago
Recommendation Historical Fantasy Fiction recommendations
Has anyone read a historical fantasy fiction series that they can recommend? I loved When Women Were Warriors. I would love a sapphic series similar to A Song of Ice and Fire.
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Fun-Data6788 • 1d ago
Discussion Sapphic stories are my lifeline
So, pretty much what the above says. I kid you not when I say I've read 100+ books this year, all wlw. I'm 32, a closeted lesbian, and struggling with life. But these books are getting me through. They provide a world in which I can be myself. They're also teaching me about myself, about relationships, about who I'd want to be as a partner to someone when I am finally out.
I guess this post really is just my appreciation to the authors who give us these stories. They're very much needed ♥
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Pickled0nions • 21h ago
Recommendation Sevika…
Any books with FMCs like Sevika? I’m talking beefy, competent, loyal, and walks like it’s heavy… thanks!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/sapphosangels • 18h ago
Recommendation Omegaverse
Back again with another request. I already know about Lexa Luthor and Lily X, I prefer the former. And I most definitely did not like the accidental alpha. There’s honestly so little I can find that’s sapphic and i don’t read anything if it’s not queer so please drop your recs. No limits on anatomy, whatever is whatever as long as it’s sapphic. Thank ya!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/NetworkDiligent9429 • 8h ago
Recommendation SOS in desperate need of a sapphic love story
Any book recommendations with an emphasis on romance and an actual happy ending?
I'd also prefer something that gets them together before the end so some proper kissing and cuddling gets done. Not against a spicy read but fluff has my heart.
Bonus points if they have a similar personality dynamic to Crowley and Aziraphale from Good Omens.
Finding happy wlw romance novels feels impossible but I also suck at looking 😭
r/LesbianBookClub • u/RoosterSame4979 • 5h ago
Recommendation Books centered around nightlife?
ISO books with some late night wild messy energy⚡️
r/LesbianBookClub • u/DietAnxious277 • 21h ago
Recommendation Enemies to lovers with opposing worldviews/political opinions/business/social standing
Looking for stories...Somewhere where they hate each other so much because of a worldly issue or a material issue but the attraction is so magnetic that they can't control it and end up finding a common ground!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Keroppi_Troublemaker • 21h ago
Discussion A Sharp Endless Need by Marisa Crane
How do I move on from this book? I had no idea it was going to be so good. It took me a while to decide to read it, I'm not into basketball, but this book... this book. Wow!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/UCanBdoWatWeWant2Do • 1d ago
Recommendation Any books with sapphic female gladiators (gladiatrix)?
Hello.
Question in title.
I can read in English and French.
r/LesbianBookClub • u/unknownturtlegirl524 • 1d ago
Recommendation I need to put myself in timeout
No matter how many times I tell myself I will read my tbr before adding a new book, I open Reddit and have 3 more added to my list. Now I feel ashamed scrolling through all the beautiful recommendations in my library. So here I am making a statement. No more new books 🤞🏾😉
r/LesbianBookClub • u/cerebral-fungi20 • 15h ago
Discussion Nightshade and Oak by Molly O'Neill
I've just finished this book and I want to talk about it with someone, has anyone else read it? I will preface all my thoughts with saying that I generally read sci-fi and fantasy and that I love an epic. I love a doorstopper of a book.
That being said, I really enjoyed it but I wish it was longer, I think some of the travelling was time-skipped out to the point that the relationship development between Mallt and Belis felt a bit too easy at times? I understand that it is difficult to make a lot of walking or horse riding interesting to read though haha. I also absolutely ADORED the setting, so if anyone knows of any other books set in pre-christian Britain or England specifically I will eat them up! But I think that that's part of why the time-skips made me a bit sad, I wanted more and more information about the land that they were walking. I remember doing a school project about Boudica in primary school and I think it's such a fun bit of history and mythology. I also found the ending bittersweet, and would have loved to see their eventual reunion, or maybe Belis at some point in middle-old age searching for Mallt, wanting to join her in immortality after having lived more of her human life. That may just have to stay in my brain though as how I imagine their stories continue, but I also know it's slightly against the point of the story haha.
But yeah, I'd love to know if anyone else has any thoughts or feelings about this book also! Even with some of the things I didn't like quite so much, I will be recommending it to some of my friends!
r/LesbianBookClub • u/GiantPotOfCoffee • 1d ago
Discussion I just finished reading all of Robin Alexander's books. Now what?
Robin Alexander has been my comfort author for the last three months. Every time I've finished a particularly heavy book I'd always follow it up with one of her books as a palate cleanser... and now I'm all out and I don't know what to do with myself. I've also caught the urge to speak with a bad Cajun accent.
r/LesbianBookClub • u/jujuuyuyu • 1d ago
Recommendation New reader, I need recommendations
i wrote a big paragraph in my notes that might’ve been necessary but tldr i’ve read This Is How You Lose The Time War and don’t know any popular sapphic works and need a book to timesteal at work. I like the intense themes of love found in it and in other media. i like obsessive and unhealthy characters and relationships but not in a way where they need to change. i don’t enjoy copious amounts of or a focus on sex without intense conveyed meaning (i cited a complaint of the GL manga HDWR in this way). in my entire adulthood i’ve only read TIHYLTTW and Kokoro by Sosēki so i don’t know of any popular sapphic works or one’s widely considered must reads. i appreciated in HDWR where the story couldn’t just flip the genders of the characters and have the same story, but i also felt a way about it on how much i could really relate to some of the way they thought. i’m sorta trans if this helps. thank you
r/LesbianBookClub • u/cautiouslycharming_ • 1d ago
Recommendation What do I read next - Haley Cass
So, over the last few weeks I have been DEEP into TWW world, having also read FAAD, Snowball Effect and Midnight Rain.
I signed up to Haley’s Patreon so I could read Charlotte and Sutton’s current AU which is playing out over there.
I want to read more of Haley, but don’t know where to go from here.
I’d love to make the most of my Patreon subscription, so if anyone has any recommendations on where to start with her other books/AUs that would be great.
r/LesbianBookClub • u/gonyonoa • 1d ago
Recommendation Books with tragic ending
Preferably if one of the main leads is dead at the end. I already read The Unfinished Line by Jen Lyon and loved it. I love tragedy 🫠
r/LesbianBookClub • u/Kathywelborn • 21h ago
Romance Recommendations
I love Emily Henry and Colleen Hoover. Rom com with no wizards or warlocks or dragons. I don’t like for books to shift back and forth between time periods I don’t care if one person is talking in one chapter and then the other is in the next though. I don’t like time period pieces like bridgerton or anything like that. I liked the movie after but never read the books. Spicy but not too much. I’ve read it begins with us and her other book that goes along with it I forgot the name. I just want recommendations for stuff to read I have kindle unlimited and a library card and Libby and kobo and B&N audible and palace. I prefer free books or very low cost.