These novels are ranked according to the amount of readers they have. If you're suprised by the ranking, then trust me, I'm also suprised to begin with lmao. I thought some novels, such as 2ha and Silent Reading (because I hear about them EVERYWHERE), would rank a bit higher but the number of readers said otherwise. ... more>>

Not sure about Silent Reading, but in 2ha's case I believe it could be because, compared to other higher-ranked novels (like The Legendary Master's Wife, Quickly Wear the Face of the Devil etc etc), it's pretty new and once its popularity sky-rocketed, it got published with eng translations and the fan translation was removed, so about 40% of readers of this novel probably bought the novel instead of reading it on NU — which is why they didn't add it to their reading list and those readers weren't counted.  <<less

Just a quick overview of (trigger) warnings for the novels I read/dropped.... more>>

Includes all forms of abuse, unhealthy relationships in general, questionable content, and horror elements.

(Only novels that aren't tagged properly will go on this list, always read the tags, stay safe while reading!) <<less

They're apparently so bad, they're good. Also considered "classics".

basically e-sports / game related bl novels i've read + some personal opinion about the novel, biased, so don't take it seriously. your taste and... more>> mine might be completely different <<less

I love BL and stories with cute children so why not make a list about them? (つᵕ̳ᆺᵕ̳)っ♡... more>>

Descriptions will include: Rating (if 4☆ or 5☆), descriptions of the children in the story, novel summary, and short personal comments on the novel. Since I have to describe the kids, prepare for mild spoilers.

I'll only add the ones I've read and have personal knowledge on. Do correct me if I'm wrong on the details since I'm relying on my memory for them.
Contains both completely translated works and novels that I MTLed and finished. Check the comments too for more stuff not yet in NU.

((list still in progress, please pardon the mess)) <<less

The rank is unsorted some r rlly good some r just for passing/doesn't leave any much remarks/ very enjoyable/Classic types... more>>

I'm excluding the ones I read from flying Line Novels except for some Novels

UF (This means I haven't read it/I haven't finish reading it/Currently reading)

P.S the current list you're seeing is not every BL I've read, I haven't added the others because this is all I can come up with ATM/there r incomplete ones that I don't feel like adding/ something that I just don't really feel like adding <<less

Exactly as the name entails, BL.... more>>

Consists of transmigration, reborn etc. If it's BL it's here.

Have to add that I have a preference for transmigration and usually avoid slowburn romance, so if you want a slow paced novel, it's not here sweetie

Ranking based on:

Plot- Whether plot makes sense, and foreshadowing is given closure. All around just entertaining, and doesn't feel like a chore to read.

Characters- If the characters are fu cking tr*sh, the novel is tr*sh, 'nough said.

Translation quality- Many idioms in chinese novels tend to fly over people's head. And if the translator doesn't have an apt website, I will also find it a hassle to read. <<less

The bl novels that have good stories *only from the novels I read before*

Many fan translators have removed their work. So read these before they disappear! I'm worried because a lot of the novel I was reading are... more>> already gone. <<less

These are the stories which I've read and loved. The plots and characters are A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.!... more>>

It's a mix of BL and BG
There is no particular order for my list. Everything is so good!!!  Check them all out as I keep adding the stories to the later pages

I'm always open for recommendations.

Enjoy! <<less

you could be insane and happy and have a good life without being like everybody else

(Updated: 11/23/23) BL novels make up a bottomless chasm that you can’t hope to get out of…... more>>

*No particular order; I don't like ranking*

**Part 2 of list is out**

My preferred taste is FLUFFY, but I also sport for the occasional angst & tearjerker novel. Modern stories are personally easier to digest. Historical or xianxia/cultivation stories are loaded with Chinese references & I can easily get lost. However, they can be very poetic & beautiful, which is why I bear the pain of treading carefully. Unlimited flow is a fun pastime at the cost of my brain cells.  <<less

Looking for HE a good chase without too much sidecar 

BL stories in which the couple interacts online without knowing who the other is (through games, dating app, streaming, messaging, etc.) while also meeting up... more>> in real life. Not an exhaustive list but the top ten works are quality guaranteed!  <<less

This is a list of BL novels that I have read. Making this list so that when I want to reread I will not have issues finding the novels.... more>>

 Sadly, I still can not remember the name of the novel I want to reread.
This list is finished. I will post the link for part two in the comments.  I have more novels to add but I need time to search up their specific name. Just remembered some and wanted to add them. I will be taking more time to explain each novel.

Anyways, Enjoy! <<less

BL stories that have hooked my attention. Strong characters, good plot, and writing. [Part 1/2]
Part 2 of list has been started: Alluring BL Stories
Waiting for updates: Glory C.150... more>>

5/5 | LOVE the storyline and the translation. Will Re-read
4.5/5 | ADORE the storyline and the translation. Might Re-read
4/5 | Great Read. 
3.5/5 | Good Read. Some themes or translations might not be completely my cup of tea.
(Anything below won't be on this list) <<less

This list is Yaoi/BL set on modern times. ... more>>

Randomly sorted; not by rankings. 

This will be continuously updated.

Check out my other BL recommendation lists:

The following lists are sorted by GENRES

APOCALYPSE/SURVIVAL GAMES: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19710/?ft=yes
MATURE/ANGST/TRAGEDY: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19708/
TRANSMIGRATION: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19707/
CULTIVATION/XIANXIA/WUXIA: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19706/
E-SPORTS/ONLINE GAMES: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19705/
MODERN/FANTASY: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19704/ <<less

All good and legendary, sometimes a bit lacking, BL books that I've read... I'll put them all in a list here ♡ just to gauge how much I've read and how much I can still read ♡ If anyone has a good BL book that's not included here, please recommend it to me so I can read it. I running out of good BL books to read these days. I can't continue on at this rate _:(´ཀ`」 ∠):_... more>>

Since the list only allows up to 100, I made part 2  :)) <<less

No description.

Only danmei.... more>>

Novels in the comments are the ones that are not here in NU <<less

these are the high-quality BL translations that i've read from the Yaoi/Shounen Ai categories; the ones that I go back to re-read again and again~... more>>

Happy Endings, Fluff (or at least good feels), and Ass-kicking only! I don't really read many angst/modern drama novels. <<less

All safe books (I'm a very sensitive reader lol). Dual virg*ns, first love! 
No themes like cheating, love triangles, weird creepy casanovas etc. (Some books MAY have some unsafe themes but not enough for me to quit reading so it shouldn't be too bad I guess? ill mention them if I remember)... more>>

If you have similar safe books, pleaseeee do recommend them down below!!

These are all the books I've read since May of 2021 ;] <<less

Here are some completed bl novels with happy endings! I don't like sad endings so here are my recommended novels with "HAPPILY EVER AFTER". Basically, you can find everything except a tragic end.  *.*... more>>

MIND YOU SOME ARE WEIRD WITH NO SENSE OF STORY OR PLOT AT ALL!     ;P

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if u are tired from waiting in on going novels, this one’s for u ! ෆ╹ .̮ ╹ෆ... more>>

༉‧☼ not ranked / not added based on their ratings ~

༉‧☼ various genres are here ~

KUDOS TO THE AUTHORS & TRANSLATORS! T___T ♡

y’all are amazing and heaven-sent! <<less

⚣ my own opinions
⚣ open for recommendations... more>>

★★★★★ - 'REALLY GOOD'

✯✯✯✯✯ - 'PERFECT'

⚣ https://forum.novelupdates.com/threads/bl-shonen-ai-yaoi-novels-recs.84327/ <<less