Where can I ask for a book recommendation?

If you want people to suggest what to read next, r/suggestmeabook is built for exactly that request. Describe books you liked and why; the more context you give, the more targeted the suggestions tend to be. If you are trying to find a book you read once but cannot name, use the forgotten-title page instead.

Where to ask

r/suggestmeabook

Best for: Getting suggestions for what to read next, based on books you already liked.

Why it fits: Its public description: “Need an idea what to read next? Tell us what you've enjoyed in the past, or what you're looking for, and let the community suggest a book (or books) for you to read!”

Members in our directory: 3.4M

Rules to know before posting:

• Posts must actually ask for book suggestions.
• Text posts only — include context in the body; link posts and URL shorteners are removed.
• No “Should I read…” posts about a specific title or author.
• No self-promotion of your own writing, blog, podcast or channel — the rules say this leads to a permanent ban.
• No piracy requests or links.
• Use spoiler tags; posts with untagged spoilers are removed.

Read r/suggestmeabook’s current rules on Reddit

Before you post

• Name two or three books you loved and say what you liked about them (pace, tone, setting).
• Mention what you did not enjoy, so suggestions skip it.
• Say whether you want fiction, non-fiction, or a particular length or reading level.

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Rule summaries are paraphrased from each community’s published rules (public archive copy retrieved 7 November 2026; original snapshot date unavailable). Current rules may differ — check the community’s rules before posting. A good fit does not guarantee a reply.