Reddit mentions: The best women domestic life fiction books

OK, so Im suggesting a few things that I think might fit with what you said you liked. Also, I tried to keep in mind that the book needs to appeal to a male and a female at the same time and if you are reading something sexy you might appreciate lots of graphic sex scenes. Some of these have good plots but they are erotica at the end of the day.

First, I'm recommending some short stories. It occurred to me you might like short stories if you are reading together so here are a few to give you an idea of what kind of stuff is out there. Available on paperback and kindle.


Got a Minute? 60 second erotica


I want you bad: Obsessed erotic romance for women


Down and Dirty: 69 super sexy short shorts


Yes, Ma'am: erotic stories of male submission (heheheh you said kinky was ok)


Penthouse Variations on Submission

OK now to series:

Lorelei James has a series on shibari/bondage which is pretty steamy hot. Its called :

Bound: the Mastered Series Her stuff its not super crazy kinky. Its focus is more on bondage than full on BDSM. She also writes sexy cowboy romances. I havent tried her cowboy romances but she writes well. I dont doubt they're good.

Beg by CD Reiss is the first in a series. Its a kinky contemporary romance set in LA. Its got a plot, its decent writing and its got kinky sex. I'm recommending this one because it appeared in several "best of" lists the year it first came out. Its nine short novellas. I havent finished the entire series. I read the first six.

All of the following have the same type of storyline as Beg above. A handsome successful man and a smart feisty woman. Theres secrets and drama and after a while they bore you but if you want to start with something like that these are very popular.


Bared to you by Silvia Day. This is a super famous and popular romance. It also came out in "best of " lists the year it came out.

If you really liked Sylvia Day then the next series to read is this one:

Say my Name by J. Kenner

what do you think? Does any of this look good to you? I have other recommendations if none of this appeals to you. Let me know.

Edit:
I forgot to mention Julia Kent for funny sexy romances. Random Acts of crazyis a series. I've read all of them except the first one. The first is on my to-read list. The other is Olivia Cunning The Sinners on tour It's a rock and roll romance series about a band. It's silly funny and has tons of sex. (Both of these series have at least one book with MFM romances)

I love this idea! This is really difficult to do, though.

I looked through my lists of books and didn't find any that started with these words, but I combed through Amazon and found some. Mind you, I haven't read these, so I can't recommend them or not.

Also, for "marry", it is really hard to find books that start with that word spelled like that unless they're called something like "Marry me" which might kind of give it away. Maybe go with "Mary" or "Merry" for the spelling? Just a thought.

Anyway, books! I selected a bunch, some might have funny titles. I didn't know what kind of a vibe you were going for, so I figured I'd throw out what I found, silly or not.

Will

Will the Real Martian Please Stand Up?

Will You Still Love Me in the Morning?

Will and Me: How Shakespeare Took Over My Life

Will You Marry Me? For obvious reasons, if you use this one, I'd recommend giving the books in reverse order (Me, Marry, You,Will)-- or if you want to sound like Yoda.


You

You Suck: A Love Story This one is by Christopher Moore, a hilarious author.

You Only Live Twice This is a James Bond novel

You Can't Go Home Again This is a classic, and is supposed to be amazing. I've never read it though. :/

You Shall Know Them This looks really philosophical and strange.

You Never Know With Women Harlequin cheap novel. Didn't know the sense of humor, could be funny. Har har.

You Get So Alone at Times That It Just Makes Sense Bukowski.


Mary

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein Warning! Linked book is abridged. Booo.
Mary Barton Never heard of it, but Amazon calls it a classic.
Mary This one is by Nabokov.


Merry

The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood

The Merry Wives of Windsor Shakespeare.


Marry

Marry Your Baby Daddy Tee hee.

Marry Anerley This is large print and has no reviews. :/

Marry Me This one is by John Updike. I've never read anything by him, but he is supposed to be pretty good.


Me

Me Talk Pretty One Day Someone else suggested this and I second it. If you haven't read it, it is a book of short bits by the author about struggling with his speech in Paris. It is really good.

Me Tanner, You Jane Suspense thriller? Never heard of it.

Me Again People with amnesia. This book has really good reviews.

Me and Emma This one also has really good reviews.

Me! Okay, this one is a kids' book, but depending on personalities, it could work, so I threw it in here.


I hope this helps and that someone has read some of these books and can tell you if they are any good. Either way, let us know what you end up doing!!

1.) Something that is blue.
"Something Blue" IS blue

2.) Something that says summer (literally or figuratively).
Summer Dress

3.) Something food related that is unusual.
Did not expect to find this food

4.) Something you want to gift to someone else, and tell me why.
Because Sloths I want to gift this to my friend because not only does she love sloths, she kinda is one:p

5.) A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it!
THIS ONE Its gonna be good;p

6.) An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related!
This cutie

7.) Something related to dogs. (Bonus point if it works for my GSD)
Make me fierce

8.) Something that is not useful, but so awesome you must have it.
I'm expensive, so I have to be cool right?

9.) A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why?
We've got cows Because its amazing and bad and amazing.

10.) Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain.
You can't go wrong with a name like this

11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals.
To keep my fun job organized I do special effects make up and this would help me be able to go more places and get more jobs!

12.) One of those pesky Add-On items.
Why can't I buy just this

13.) Something fandom related. (Sports fandoms are acceptable- bonus if someone figures out my favorite team)
A new fandom of mine

14.) Something ridiculously priced, more than $10,000. They exist, y’all. Too much money for a watch yall

15.) Something with sharks or unicorns.
Why not both?

16.) Something that smells wonderful.
No regrets

17.) A toy that you wanted or had when you were a child that was the best ever, or (if it’s not on amazon) a toy that you think is pretty cool now (Funko Pops, etc., will count.)
I just really wanted one and never got one

18.) Something that would be helpful for writers.
This would be helpful for writers who may not "write"

19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be.
My current rewatch

20.) Something that is just so random and weird that it makes you laugh.
Since I own pigeons this is amazingly funny

Santa Olivia by Jacqueline Carey: think Hunger Games meets military conspiracy meets cute lesbian boxers. Quick, interesting, fluffy read.

Strangers In Paradise by Terry Moore: an awesome graphic novel series about a gay lady and her not quite gay best friend who she also has a crush on. Lots of twists and drama. This was one of the defining books of my high school experience. There's a complete collection coming out in August, if you want to wait on that.

Tropical Storm by Melissa Good: Set in Miami, this one deals with the politics, romance and intrigue in the corporate/tech world. It's old, so some of the tech references are a little dated, but the plot still stands up. Good if you like the tough, bossy, hard-femme archetype. There's also some interesting history with this author and the Xena series.

Jericho by Ann McMan: It's set in a small town in West Virginia and revolves around opening a library and a new romance. Sounds boring, I know, but it's totally not. This is probably the most organically funny book I've ever read (as in, there's no hilariously wacky scenarios a la Christopher Moore, just classic, funny writing). There are also a ton of gay characters and very little "coming out angst." I've read it at least 3 times, check it out.

And Playing the Role of Herself by K.E. Lane: Its primarily a romance between two stars on a "Law and Order" type TV show in LA. I'm not a romance fan but the characters are just so damn relatable. The writing is also witty and really captures the essence of a new relationship. It's not angsty, not cliche, and not too smutty.

--- Also, if you do a little Google-fu, you can find the original, free publications of some of these books that the authors posted way back when. But if you can afford them, support the authors :)

Quite welcome! Nora Roberts is I think technically considered romance (suspense thriller? romantic thriller?), but they're not the bodice ripping Harlequin type -- they're what we used to read before "paranormal ass-kicking female lead urban fantasy romances" were a thing. Similar authors are Sandra Brown and Catherine Coulter; if you google any of the three and "FBI" or "police officer" you can find books by them with a mystery bent. Sorry I can't recommend a specific book but they're kind of popcorn reading and it's been a while. But maybe these will lead your group to an appreciation for mysteries in general that you can nurture. Especially since a lot of cozies have romances!

Just to add to that last edit from yesterday, I'm thinking of picking up Twenties Girl by Kinsella -- it looks pretty adorable and the reviews are great.

Also, the one I read by Evanovich was One for the Money. I thought it was pretty decent -- kind of like Grafton but breezier. I should really finish that series one of these days to see if it gets deeper.

I've never been big on romances either (I'm a fellow mystery and fantasy buff) but my sister would occasionally leave them lying around and you know how it is!

Tipping the Velvet by Sara Waters. historical novel set in Victorian England during the 1890s, it tells a coming of age story about a young woman named Nan who falls in love with a male impersonator, follows her to London, and finds various ways to support herself as she journeys through the city.

Valencia By Michelle Tea. When I read This book in high school it was published as a memoir of a Michelle's life as a young lesbian in her 20's in the San Francisco Queer scene. Now after the James Frey- A Million Little Pieces, controversy It is being called a strait up novel.

A young adult modern fairy tail collection I really liked was:Dangerous Angles: The Weetzie Bat Books by Francesca Lia Block.
We cheer for these young women and men as they struggle with the universal trials of growing up, finding love, and letting go--all within the vivid, glittering, urban embrace of L A. Block's stories about finding yourself, being true to your dreams, and believing in what might seem impossible will inspire teens and adults alike with the resounding messages of hope and the transformative power of love. --Brangien Davis

I'm procrastinating at work, so here are some contemporaries that were light fun reads that I was able to find at my local Half-Price Books store.

Stately Pursuites by Katie Fforde It's set in England and has the chick helping renovate and bring life back into an old manner house.

Jill Shavis has a couple good contemporary series.

Julie James writes a lot of contemporary series that have a legal leaning to them, but she actually was a lawyer and so the details are better than in a lot of other legal contemporaries.

Maya Banks is good if you are wanting more smutty books that are actually well written and not the drivel that 50 Shades was.

Nora Roberts Gallaghers triology set in Ireland was a classic Nora but was a fun quick read in the way she does so well.

Nora Roberts has a great series of books about 4 childhood best friends who run an all-in-one wedding business together. In each of the 4 books, the girls fall in love. It's the Bride Quartet series:

Vision in White
Bed of Roses
Savor the Moment
Happily Ever After

I just finished Northworld Trilogy by David Drake. It was ok. An interesting premise, but confusing and inconsistent at times. But the kindle version is free, so that's always nice!

And I'm about to start How Dogs Love Us by Gregory Berns

I'm surprised no one has mentioned the Kushiel's Legacy series. It's set in an alternate history France (called Terre d'Ange) and it's primarily about a courtesan/spy who also derives pleasure from pain. There's lots of BDSM in it, so it may not be your cup of tea, but it's a great series.

If you'd rather go for something more light, try Men in Kilts or The Corset Diaries by Katie McAlister. I'm not one for purely romance genre, but I read this one several years ago and liked it.

Check out SOME KIND OF MAGIC by Mary Ann Marlowe. It’s a fun, flirty, swoon-filled romance about the chemistry of attraction and lust at first sight. The story revolves around a biochemist who catches the eye of a famous rock star.

It's a cool story.

That was a Decent short article.

Here is Great Book about it by the people who made it happen (used from $.01): http://www.amazon.com/Mirage-Zay-N-Smith/dp/0394503686/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1292343845&sr=1-1

amazing how awesome the Sun Times was once upon a time.

If you want light fiction reading, I recommend a anything by Sophie Kinsella. She's hilarious.
Confessions of a Shopaholic would be the best way to get introduced to her style:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FBFN0Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_HjjRAbTKHC82E

Or we can both try out this book set (kindle) by T.M. Catron that I have on my book list called The Star Streaker Adventures that one reviewer dubbed Star Wars Fanfic 😊

Read Me!

It might be Generous Death, by Nancy Pickard.

>As director of the Port Frederick Civic Foundation, Jenny Cain is privy to the charitable intentions of the town's wealthiest citizens. There's eccentric old Arnie Culverson, who's promised millions to the local art museum. Who's found there one bright winter morning, neatly tucked into a priceless antique Chinese bed. With pillow and blanket. Dead. Then another dearly beloved donor dies in the night. And the killer leaves behind a nasty rhyme suggesting rich and beautiful Jenny will be next!

Sample.
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First off, seven? Wow. I can barely manage 2 at a time!

1. Rumors (from the Luxe series) and The Sandman by Neil Gaiman
   
   
2. I think you'd like this, not my style but it seems to be pretty popular, (and Amazon recommended it to me based on some of the books in your wishlist)
   
   
3. Once upon a time there was an ugly barnacle. And he was so ugly that everyone died. The end.

If you're interested in this type of discussion (regarding upper-class black neighborhoods and whatnot), I would recommend Gloria Naylor's works, particularly Linden Hills.

Yes, the first paragraph of each section should not be indented. Look at the interior for The Girl on the Train here: http://www.amazon.com/The-Girl-Train-Paula-Hawkins/dp/1594633665/
The first line is flush, and the rest of the paragraphs of each section are indented. This is Chicago Manual of Style, just picked a best seller as it was quick to find.

220k is quite long. I'm currently editing a sci-fi book to go to publishers to get it down from 140k as that's a bit too long. (I edit for pubs and a lit agency).

If it's e-book only it's not as big of a deal, though you may have a difficult time sustaining readers for a book that long. Having said that, it seems you're pubbing independently, so you have the choice of what you would like to do. If this came across my desk for work, I would likely suggest either tightening severely (150k max) or splitting into more than one book.

Linden Hills by Gloria Naylor?

Here's a student review that may help you remember.

I need it tomorrow, so the internet might not work. If all else fails, we'll just make G&Ts in glasses for the gathering. The book is The Girl On the Train, it's pretty good, in the same vain, but not as good as, Gone Girl.