--"my most special person is you" feeling that goes both ways... more>>

-Dote on each other

-Actually COMMUNICATE with each other, like actual functioning human beings

-NO r*pe 

-We don't tolerate MCs or MLs who overstep boundaries

-Angst, only if it burns GOOD

-Place their trust in each other

-fluff all the wayyy

-It'll probably be sad how short this list might be

Someone once told me "Fluffy couples are boring. Isn't it much more interesting when they have drama and misunderstandings. Or when they both hate each other and their relationship is explosive" and I get the hype around that type of romance, but honestly, we need to start normalizing healthy and communicative relationships because it wasn't until I was 18 years old that I realized I've been reading a ton of abusive relationships (that authors painted off as romantic) and it was these FEW novels in this list that made me realize "this is what a loving relationship looks like, wtf have I been reading?" Plus, fluffy couples are not boring. There's a way to keep the reader intrigued; it's called plot. Personal recommendation: Governor's Illness. So many times I thought the protagonists would engage in a hate-love relationship, but they NEVER hold grudges against each other, even when it seemed like they were the cause of each other's issues. Instead, the writer is skilled and doesn't rely on petty drama. The plot itself is suspenseful. <<less

[NOT RANKED]... more>>

I'm tired of the double standards, third parties, unnecessary drama, scumbags etc. This list features extremely devoted couple! 1v1 HE. Totally safe to read. 

Gong (Seme) and Shou(Uke) are each others first & only s*xual partner; first & only love.  (Either it's explicitly mentioned, mentioned by the author, mentioned between the lines, or assumed in some cases if no other partners/ prior experience is mentioned). No exes, cinnabar moles, substitutes etc. 

No other partners in case of a seperation or breakup. 

No getting r*ped/ assaulted/ kissed/ mol*sted by passerbys or supporting leads. No love triangles or leading others on. If there's a harem it should be dismissed by the end. If either Gong or Shou are actors, then they should be the type that doesn't do intimate scenes. 

No kids involving other women (surrogacy). No marriage of convenience with other woman. 

P.S I only have requirements for the main cp. 

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I'll try my best to eventually mark the details...

PART 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/80741/ <<less

The novels here are not finished. We would be happy if a translator sees this list and likes a novel here and starts translating it.... more>> Of course, I want translations of all the novels I have added here, or I will add them here, but the beginning of one is enough to make me happy to death. (I'll add some novels here but you know, I'm a human too, so I can't remember all the quality novels left, so I'd appreciate it if you could help me out in the comments. <<less

A series of BL novels with varying plots and subgenres! Fluff, unlimited flow, xianxia, historical, quick transmigration, transmigration, supernatural, slow romance, comedy, mature (in terms of thinking and actions), etc. ... more>>

Minimal amount of angst and dogblood (if there's even any) (￣▽￣* )ゞ

Edit: I may have taken a bit of a liking towards angst nowadays... only a little. ( ˘︹˘ )

BL's I REALLY LIKE based on my own preference, and *coughs* I don't like s*upid MC's (*￣▽￣*)

Personally, I like MC's and ML's to have equal footing in terms of their overall personality, I don't like delicate shou tropes that much. 

And in my own, very subjective opinion, these novels have really good plots, or at least most of their logic is in the bounds of normal human logic. 

Note: Novels are not sorted according to rank, just depends on what I remembered first _(:3」∠)_ <<less

Prt 3: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/54468/?ft=yes... more>>

Welcome stumbling passengers or veterans to the second installment of this list. 

Somethings I never had the chance to note because I (also) filled up the description boxes’ capacity limit in the first list. 

1. I have not read all the novels on this list YET. All read novels are on part 1 with the according reviews. I made this list so I could have something visual to look at when looking for good quality novels to read. I judge "good quality novels" by seeming reviews and ratings or perhaps the book has an interesting premise you don’t usually find.

2.  I look for a capable MC and a subjectively respectful ML, but that doesn’t necessarily mean every book I put here fits that requirement. Once again, there are always exceptions. 

3. I don't like looking at the rating of the novel when there are barely any reviews. Thus I look at the reviews. If the reviews (even scarce) like it, it has potential. Thus, FME indicates that a novel has been added regardless of NU rating. 

 ****The higher the expectations for BL novels I have not read, the higher the stars. Hence, "***, **, *." <<less

Part two of the fluff galore list. It's always nice to take a break from heavier novels and read something fluffy and light-hearted.  Better yet if it's high quality fluff. So here ya go. I put novels on this list when reviews look good, fluff looks huggable, and there's no s*upidity. ... more>>

Students, sit back and rest. You're doing just fine, and probably accomplishing more than you think you are. Just keep focused on your goals!

People out of school: relax from any stress! It's ok to make mistakes, or not be in the path you thought you would be ten years ago. If you're having a hard time at work, please take a breather. Sit outside on your steps or even take a walk outside. Everything will be just fine. 

Hopefully at least some of the fluff will make you feel happier and give you some warmth.

Enjoy!

PS. FME means I put the novel on this list regardless of rating because the reviews were mostly, if not all, good. I rely on reviews that have completed or mostly completed the novel, because lately there have been some dimwits just rating BLs 1 stars or 2 stars.

PSS.  I have also included BL novels that have high expectations from me. The higher the expectations, the higher the stars. Hence, "***, **, *."

PSSS. All novels I've read and can provide some review and ranking are on part 1 of this series.  <<less

[Some of these I have not completed (or are ongoing) so the list is subject to CHANGE at ANY TIME]... more>>

Notes contain mini introductions of the MC (with information from the first few chapters) and what I like about them. I also add novels that have potential to be great reads with promising MCs. But if they repeatedly annoy me, they are off the list.

(Despite the continued list, I am still updating this rec list (as some are still ongoing, and some I have yet to add notes for). <<less

These BL novels are novels that I've read beforehand (w/ MTL) and hope for them to complete soon. Please press "more" for my notes on... more>> the novel! (ɔ◔‿◔)ɔ ♥ <<less

For those who wants a light-hearted read, away from drama and scheme. This list has no particular order.... more>>

Feel free to add suggestions~ <<less

The mc and ml are each other's first love as well as sexual/intimate partners.No past relationships .No dogblood plot. No toxic and scummy characters. Some might have mpreg but others dont. Has a beautiful fairytale like romance or rather the kind that makes you not loose hope on pure , true love!^^ The books have virg*n ml and MC which is either directly mentioned through narration or through  character delivery or is vaguely mentioned from other party perspective . I have verified all the above standards strictly. Especially the first love tag ^^... more>>

(No ranking btw)

Check out part 2 as well~ <<less

Yaoi. Shounen Ai. R18+. R15.... more>>

I have not finished reading most of them, so I can't guarantee it is a good read or not.

PS: there is not yaoi tag lmao what the heck

PSS: I have more but I have reached the limit and I got lazy to add more. Here is my reading list link

https://www.novelupdates.com/reading-list/?list=2 <<less

top-notch BL novels (in my opinion)... more>>

ps. not in order, no rankings.
pps. * - ** - *** is how this list works. <<less

This list is based on the most popular novels in JJWXC, the Top Web Novel site in China for BL.... more>>

Intriguing Plot, Memorable Characters, Heart-Warming Relationships and Fantastic World Building.

Top Authors: Priest, Mu Su Li, Wu Zhe, Huai Shang, Man Man He Qi Duo, Xi Zi Xu, MXTX, Candy Bunny, Jiang Zi Bei, Yi Shi Si Zhou, Mu Gua Huang, Fei Tian Ye Xiang, Yan Liang Yu, Lu Ye Qian He, Merry Bookworm, Long Qi, Yu Xiao Lan Shan, Yue Xia Die Ying, Meng Xi Shi, Tang Jiu Qing, Meat Bun <<less

I just add what I like. Some novels that I find interesting are also included on this list. Pay no attention to the rankings; novels are not in any particular order.... more>>

[Scroll further down below for more Chinese BL novels; raws, mtl’d recs.] <<less

What I see here is nothing but potential. Our motto here at Unrealized Reading List is “One man’s tr*sh is another man’s book to read.”... more>> Why don’t you join me in this dumpster dive and we can learn together. <3  <<less

List of BL with great ratings (4.4-4.8) + stellar reviews that I want to read but haven't yet because either... more>>

- I have no time

- personal preferences (too much angst, etc.)

Each BL has personal notes about its content and qualities according to reviews (ie. lots of angst, good plot, presence of female characters, heavy read, light read, etc.) <<less

NOVELS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE BUT GOOD READ SO FAR 

Novels with the best humorous interactions and dialogs, it's a slow updating list, because only so many novels can make me laugh like hyena in... more>> the middle of the night. <<less

Just like the title says, if they’re picked up they’ll be moved to another list 

Continued from BL Recs, Non-QT 1 list.... more>>

Various genres. I prefer smart, calm, or easy going characters. Not much dog blood found here. All the novels where the translation is incomplete, I finished reading via MTL and found the MTL very understandable. The quality of the novels in this list ranges from 3-stars to 5-stars, but I found them all enjoyable reads and would re-read them again. <<less

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Novel where society, people, and couples have mistaken the other’s identity. This list includes characters that aren’t exactly as they appear: characters who fake or... more>> hide an identity and even characters whose outer self is much different than their inner self. Includes scammers and fraudsters <<less

для себя

*NOT RANKED*... more>>

My opinions that no one asked for but I’m still sharing anyways on the best and fav bls of mine *Multiple genre*(I can’t handle BE so they are all HE ;) (I also don’t like harem so it’s all 1v1) ALSO all my fav novels are the best imo but not all the best novels are my fav
Can’t remember a lot of other novels so will be adding more when I come across them <<less

My other list got to long because i can never stop adding more