Tokyo's Literary Age

Fresh Sprouts to Sample: Reading List

I'm an old hand at reading and like to get to books before everyone else. I'll share some good ones here, along with my thoughts after reading. Most of the promising new novels are excellent and deserve support! If you find a book you like on this list, please bookmark it and join in the discussion. Thanks!

The Long Road of Reading

The authentic flavor of historical romance, the freewheeling spirit of xianxia, and the jokes and drama of transmigration stories: find books you love, with characters and sentiments close to your heart. A different list for a different reading experience. Supporting new writers and new books, and helping new works get made.

Sailing Through a Sea of Books

I’ve often gotten so caught up in books and TV shows that I forgot to eat. This list is a tribute to all those days spent following stories.

Learning Alone Without Friends Leads to Narrow Horizons

All of these are complete, and I've finished reading them myself. I hope to share them with more people. ⭐: Dull as dishwater ⭐⭐: Somewhat enjoyable ⭐⭐⭐: Quite engaging ⭐⭐⭐⭐: Full of excitement ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Absolutely breathtaking

Books That Kept Me Up All Night!

I've read every book here myself, and only picked the ones that left a strong impression on me.

An Imperfect Reading List... Still Worth a Look...

I've read a lot of books, and there's always something lacking... So I can only pick the best. The reasons I recommend them may not be compelling, but these books have left a lasting impression and stood the test of time...

Eclectic Picks: Great Writing, Great Plots, and Plenty of Fun. Please Like and Save!

Nothing too juvenile or mindless. I’m open to any subject or writing style, as long as it brings something fresh. Lately, I haven’t been able to find books that suit my taste, so I haven’t updated this list in ages. I spend more time looking for books than reading them.

A Little Reality in a World of Fantasy

I enjoy obscure historical facts and entertainment gossip,

A Memento of Watching

Memorable Good Reads

I'm in my thirties now, and I've grown too. Books I enjoyed in the past might not appeal to me now, but they're still part of my journey. Here are my recommendations.

A Hodgepodge of Good Books: Personal Favorites

No fixed genre, and my tastes are hard to pin down. Whether it’s historical or urban fiction, fantasy or science fiction, as long as it isn’t brainless or blindly following the crowd, I’ll add it to the list and share it with people who have similar interests, instincts, or tastes. You deserve to read these! Whether you like them or want to tear them apart is up to you. Fellow readers are welcome to leave reviews! (I’ll periodically remove books whose authors have abandoned them or whose pages h

🔥 A Roundup of Entertainment Novels 🔥

Entertainment-industry novels I’m currently reading. Updated from time to time. If you’re into the same thing, stop by and follow! Flowers 🌹 and likes 👍 are much appreciated!! (I’ll pick the ones I like, so I’m not rating them.) (Some books were still updating when I added them, but have since been abandoned. I haven’t gotten around to removing them yet; I’ll tidy up the list when I have time.)

Japanese-Style Reading List

These are all niche Japanese-style books!

Entertainment Novel Reading List

This list is for entertainment-industry novels I've read. Most of the books here suit my personal taste. I prefer stories that feel grounded in reality and don't care for mindless wish-fulfillment stories where the protagonist is already maxed out from the start. There aren't any truly awful books here. I'd also love recommendations for similar works. If I like them, I'll add them to the list.

Pen Core🙆 Urban Fiction Seedlings (̨̡ ‾᷄ᗣ‾᷅ )̧̢

There are all kinds of books here: works by big-name authors, newcomers, and beginners. Every one of them brings something fresh and avoids the usual cliches. Most are urban fiction, especially stories about the entertainment industry and show business.

Books I Read

Some books still on my bookshelf

Avid Readers' Top Picks: Every Book Is a Classic, and One Look Will Hook You

This list is absolutely packed with great books. Take a look! If you like any, come follow along with the rest of us. With your support, the authors will surely work even harder to keep updating and write wonderful stories. This list has a wide range of styles and genres, so if you're out of things to read, you're welcome here.

Japanese Entertainment: Neon City Lights and the Bubble-Era Showbiz Scene

“What Does Japanese Entertainment Mean?” Japanese entertainment, or geinokai, is a term borrowed from Japanese that refers to the entertainment industry. It often comes up on variety shows in Korea and Japan. “Elements of Japanese Entertainment” The entertainment industry broadly refers to the people who work in the performing arts and the environment surrounding them. It is also commonly called show business or the entertainment world. Professionals specializing in film, television, comedy,

Books I Like

No restrictions, as long as it's good to read

Amazing Books of 2020

This list has the lightning-fast updates of Myriad Races Tribulation, as well as great books like Journey to the Abyss, with its brain-teasing yet witty plot, and more for you to savor. It covers fantasy, quick transmigration, alternate worlds, and other genres. Definitely worth a flower 🌸 There are countless great books, so save the list now 😄

Foreign History, War, Urban Fiction, Mythology, Comics, and Novels

Novels set in or involving foreign countries, including the United States, Japan, Russia, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Balkans, Greece, South Africa, North Korea, Austria, Poland, South American countries, African countries, and more. They cover everything from ancient struggles for supremacy and modern urban life to wars in the recent past, American comic-book life, and life in Japan. Plot devices include body possession and transmigration. Some are completed, while others were abandone

Recommended Good Reads

Historical, light novels, entertainment, sports

Taste-Tested

Great books I've read

A Veteran Reader’s Top Picks: You Deserve These

I hope you enjoy the books I recommend. I’ll share ongoing series I’ve personally tested, so you’ll always have something to read. Every one is a gem. Dive in without worry.