South Asian

[close] An informal group to share and discuss books, new and old and classic alike, on Asian American identity, histories, lives, society, and politics. Please add books that you've found meaningful, interesting, compelling, or useful to the bookshelf! When you add a book, please add it to one or more of the shelves ("identity", "fiction", "poetry", "politics", "theory", etc). If none of the shelves are applicable, go ahead a create a new one.

[close] Welcome to the British Bangladeshi Bookshelf - a Goodreads group dedicated to celebrating and discussing books by British Bangladeshi authors. From fiction to memoir, poetry to essays, this space is for readers, writers and anyone interested in stories by British Bangladeshi authors. We aim to spotlight new releases & hidden gems that explore the richness, tension, humour and complexity of life between cultures. Everyone is welcome — whether you're here to find your next read, connect with authors, connect with friends, or share your own work. Pull up a seat. Sit on the floor. Bring some samosas. Let's talk about books.

[close] Hello readers! You may be familiar with our cozy desi community that's on Instagram (@lillyslibrary) but welcome to our other cozy corner of the internet here on Goodreads! Here at Lilly's Library, we pick one book each month that's written by a South Asian author—from any genre, curated by Lilly Singh. All are welcome to join, discuss, and nerd out over all the desi authors and stories we feature. So take your shoes off and come read with us!

[close] 📚 Welcome to The Brown Girl Collective Book Club! 📚 HI BEAUTIES!! 🧡✨ This space is dedicated to celebrating our rich heritage, fostering deep discussions, and building a supportive community through the magic of ✨literature✨ 📖 What to Expect: Monthly Reads: Each month, we’ll dive into a carefully selected book that resonates with our experiences and sparks meaningful conversations. Discussion Prompts: Thought-provoking questions and prompts to guide our discussions and help us connect more deeply with the material and each other. Virtual Meetups: Once a month, we’ll gather virtually to discuss the book of the month, share our insights, and connect in a safe, inclusive space. Polling System: The book of the month will be chosen via a polling system, giving everyone a chance to vote and contribute to our reading list.