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Books Set Around The World

Are you looking for books set around the world and global reading lists? Travel the world with these book lists by continent. Don’t miss our seasonal book lists and books for history lovers and travelers, too.

We love reading books set in destinations before heading there. If you are hoping to spark some wanderlust or travel via your armchair, you’ll love these curated reading lists with books set in, across, and about the world.

Below, find book lists by continent as they land on The Uncorked Librarian. These book lists will help enhance your knowledge both before and after you go.

Explore new releases, contemporary fiction, nonfiction, and translated and ex-pat literature along with women’s and historical fiction. TUL thrives on supporting indie authors and loves YA books, guaranteeing you’ll find something new and unusual.

Are you ready to discover diverse books that inspire travel? Let’s get started:

Don’t forget to read around the world with our 2021 Reading Challenge here.

Book Set Around The World Reading Lists

Don't miss these books set around the world.

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Books Set In And About North America

Don’t miss all of our North American reading lists to inspire your travels.

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Books About & Set In Europe

Headed to Europe? Find book lists and books set in Europe.

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Books About & Set In Asia

Looking to spark your wanderlust to Asia? Don’t miss these Asian books and authors. Explore books set in and about Asia.

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Book Set In & About Africa

Spark your wanderlust and inspire your trip to Africa. Don’t miss these fantastic African books and authors. Explore books set in and about Africa.

Books For History Lovers & Travelers

Don't miss these reading lists perfect for history and travel lovers.

Famous Travel Writers

Get inspired by our favorite travel writers and their books.

Best Audiobooks For Road Trips

What are the best books to listen to while driving?

Thrilling & Chilling Books Set On Trains

All aboard! Don't miss these books set on and about trains.

Best Time Travel Books For Sci-Fi & History Lovers

Travel back in time with these time travel books.

Best Books About WW2 For World Travelers

Don't miss these World War 2 books set around the globe.

Heartfelt WW2 Historical Fiction Books To Love

One of our favorite genres, find new WWII historical fiction books to read.

Courageous WW2 Books For Middle & High Schoolers

These WW2 books are perfect for tweens and teens.

Kick-Ass Women In Historical Fiction

Get inspired by these badass women in history.

Inspiring Mulan Books To Channel Your Inner Feminist

If you love the story of Mulan, don't miss these retellings.

Inspirational Book Lists That Celebrate Diversity

Unearth books that inspire you to live better, think differently, and celebrate diversity.

Powerful Books That Make You Think Differently About The World

We just love these thought-provoking fiction & nonfiction books.

Literary Decor: 7 Popular Trends Hiding In Your Favorite Books

Create a literary-inspired home based on your favorite books.

Uplifting YA LGBT Books That Inspire

Perfect for adults and teens, explore these powerful YA LGBTQ+ books.

Stellar Indie Books You Might Have Missed

Don't miss out on the indie scene with these great independently published books.

Books For The Season

Don't miss these books perfect to get you in the holiday spirit.

Anti-Valentine's Day Books About Love

Explore books about finding love in unique places.

Best Books For Dad To Inspire & Entertain

Discover books perfect for dad & Father's Day.

Best Beach Reads Of All Time To Chill Out With

Enjoy the beach with one of these chilling novels.

Seriously Spooky Books For Adults

Unearth your next creepy read sure to scare and thrill.

Best Bloodlust-Worthy Vampire Books

Get your vamp on with these vampire books.

Wickedly Witchy Books For Adults & Teens

Cackle over these wickedly good books with witches.

Don’t miss all of our gift guides and seasonal book lists here.

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