Lists: Amanda Quraishi

I’m not a professional critic—just someone who’s been in love with the written word for as long as I can remember. Reading has always been my way of exploring the world, diving into strange new realities, and discovering what it means to be human.

I’m especially drawn to magical realism, speculative fiction, and historical fiction—genres that blur boundaries, play with time, and offer unexpected perspectives. But really, I’ll read anything that’s written well. I have a soft spot for authors who take bold risks with their stories and prose styles. Give me a quirky, distinctive voice and I’m in. I’m endlessly fascinated by morally complex characters—the ones who make questionable choices, who wrestle with identity, power, love, and loss. And while I read widely, I make a point to support indie authors whenever I can.

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