I like what I like

jack posted a list of his favourite books, and over on the LJ version of the post, daharyn commented: Look at all the (white) dudes on that list! This is a great example of how canon becomes canon--"oh, well, I read stuff I like," [...] ends up cutting out voices that don't fit the mold.

I am kind of resistant to diversity auditing booklists, especially ones that are just personal taste lists; it makes somewhat more sense with lists that are intended to be representative or recognize merit or significance. But then again, best-of lists are a classic way to get conversations going, so why not follow suit?

( list with slightly snarky commentary )