Curator of culturally diverse books for all ages.

Welcome to Sscarlet's Web Bookstore! Founded by a passionate book lover, this literary space is dedicated to elevating the voices and experiences of Black, Muslim, Refugee and Immigrant communities. Explore our diverse collection of fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, fantasy, romance, history, poetry, and more.

If you cherish heartwarming love stories and are eager to learn about different cultures, you’ve found your new favorite spot. Welcome! 📚

Debut Authors This Year!

Literary Fiction

The Persians by Sanam Mahloudji

A darkly funny, life-affirming debut novel following five women from a once illustrious Iranian family as they grapple with revolutions personal and political.

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Asalma Reads

A place to learn more about me and what I'm passionate about. Here you will find books I'm currently reading, my TBR list and books I've read. You can also follow my reading journey on Instagram & TikTok!

Currently reading!

Black AF History by Michael Harriot

From acclaimed columnist and political commentator Michael Harriot, a searingly smart and bitingly hilarious retelling of American history that corrects the record and showcases the perspectives and experiences of Black Americans.

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Want to Read!

A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams

Set against the backdrop of modern Harlem and Renaissance glamour, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde is a swoon-worthy love story of two passionate artists drawn to the magic, romance, and opportunity of New York, and whose lives are uniquely and irreversibly linked.

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Finished!

Can’t Get Enough by Kennedy Ryan

Hendrix Barry lives a fabulous life. She has phenomenal friends, a loving family, and a thriving business that places her in the entertainment industry’s rarefied air. Your vision board? She’s probably living it.

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