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Highlights from this year include:
All Systems Red by Martha Wells First in a series of short novels about a cybernetic construct owned by a corporation in a dystopia. I found it extremely relatable and humorous in relation to my own autism. Please do not watch the Apple TV series; it's a literal hate crime.
Other Ever Afters by Melanie Gillman A graphic novel of fairytale stories which teach good values.
Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans Basically cyberpunk in fantasy clothes. Rather than hacking, our heroes deal in illegal magical practices. Very light-hearted and fun, especially if you want read about boys holding hands.
Unnatural Magic by CM Waggoner Takes the basic premise of Equal Rites by Terry Pratchett and expands on it dramatically. Especially recommended if you're into wholesome dom/sub relationships.
The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu Humanity makes contact with an alien intelligence and politics ensue. More of a serious/heavy sci-fi.
You Weren't Meant to be Human by Andrew Joseph White Extreme body horror. One of the best things I've ever read. Deals heavily with mental health, self-harm, and abuse/torture. All of this guy's stuff is great, but this is the first one written explicitly for adults, so he doesn't hold back.
Don't Let the Forest In by CG Drews Also a horror story dealing with mental health and self-harm, but intended for a younger audience.
All of these except Three-Body Problem are explicitly LGBT-friendly and come with representation euphoria built-in.
Thanks! I’ll be putting at least one of these on my reading list.