23 Must-Read Books with Bisexual Main Characters You’ll Love

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Recently updated on July 22nd, 2024 at 11:44 am

So you’re searching for books with bisexual main characters. But most books seem to lack bisexual representation. And you’re not sure what books are worth reading. 

I’ve compiled the best bisexual books.

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Want books with bisexual main characters?

I love reading books with bisexual characters. As a member of LGBTQ+ community, reading books with LGBTQ+ characters is empowering.

The problem is, the B in LGBTQ+ is often underrepresented in modern media.

Characters are often portrayed as either Lesbian, Gay or Straight. And it’s no different with books. With bisexual books or books with bisexual characters surprisingly difficult to find.

Especially good bisexual representation.

I’ve searched Facebook groups, Reddit and asked social media followers to share the best bisexual books. This post lists the best books with bisexual main characters.

Read on for the best books with bisexual main characters

What are the best books with bisexual main characters?

I asked book lovers on social media to share their favourite books with bisexual main characters.  I also browsed Facebook Groups, Reddit, TikTok, Youtube and blog posts for the best bisexual books. 

And they did NOT disappoint with their responses! I compiled the results in a spreadsheet, ending up with over 160 different books!  

I’ve sorted the recommendations and in this blog post, you’ll find the top 23 books with bisexual characters.

 I’ve also read every book on this list and I’ve left my personal thoughts on each book.

1. Heartstopper by Alice Oseman

I couldn’t write a post on books with bisexual characters without mentioning Heartstopper. This bestselling book and Netflix series is often the first book that springs to mind when you think of books with bisexual characters.

We follow Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson. Charlie Spring is an openly gay student in year 10.  And he meets Nick Nelson a soft-hearted rugby player in year 11.  They quickly become friends. But could there be something more?

This friends to lovers romance is set ina high school. The graphic novel style make this easy to read. An excellent choice if you’re in a reading slump. Seeing the characters faces means you can feel their emotions while reading it. And it’s also an excellent choice if you’re in a reading slump or just getting back into reading.

Alice Oseman wrote and illustrated the graphic novel series. She is insanely talented. And she secured her first publishing deal at just 17 years old!

This is one of the top books with bisexual main characters. If you haven’t already, you need to read it. 

2. Imogen Obviously by Becky Albertalli

Imogen Obviously features one of the best depictions of biphobia and coming to terms with bisexuality. This cute heartwarming rom-com balances adorable romance with discussion of compulsive heterosexuality.

This is a deeply personal story for Becky Albertalli. After writing ‘Simon vs the HomoSapiens agenda’, critics accused Albertalli of profiting from the LGBTQ+ community. Consequently, she was forced to come out.

We follow Imogen Scott. She may be hopelessly heterosexual, but she’s got the World’s Greatest Ally title locked down.

Imogen has never missed a Pride Alliance meeting. And she knows more about queer media discourse than her very queer little sister. She even has two queer best friends.  Gretchen, a fellow high school senior, helps keep Imogen’s biases in check. And Lili—newly out and thriving with a cool new squad of queer college friends.

Imogen is thrilled for Lilli and excited to visit Lilli on campus. And she’s bringing her ally A game. Any support Lili needs, Imogen’s all in.Like when Lili drops a tiny queer bombshell: she’s told all her college friends that Imogen and Lili used to date. And none of them know that Imogen is a raging hetero—not even Lili’s best friend, Tessa.Of course, the more time Imogen spends with chaotic, freckle-faced Tessa, the more she starts to wonder if her truth was ever all that straight to begin with. 

Albertalli poors her heart out in this book. She discusses biphobia, denial and compulsory heterosexuality. If you’re seraching for books with bisexual characters, then this is a must read.

3. Running with Lions by Julian Winters

Sports romance, a diverse sports team and a bisexual main character. Running with Lions is an adorable enemies to lovers romance.

We follow Sebastian Hughes who is going to a summer training camp. And he is a member of an incredible team where he can be open about his sexuality. But Emir, an old best friend who hates his guts, is also at the camp.

I love how this book deals with sexuality in sports!  Not enough books that deal explicitly with sexuality and diversity within sports. Reading about an accepting football team is refreshing.

Julian Winters started writing because he couldn’t find any books with people like him.

Running with Lions won accolades for its positive depictions of diverse, relatable characters. The relationships between the football team are insanely heartwarming.

Sebastian’s team is a multi-ethnic group with many different sexual orientations and they almost become a family.

A great pick if you’re after books with bisexual main characters. 

4. Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey Mcquiston

I couldn’t write this post without including Red, White and Royal Blue. This bestselling book is hyped up online. It made the New York Times Bestseller list and won a Good Reads Choice award. Also over 30,000 people have reviewed it on Good Reads.

This compelling new adult romance is easy to read, with a cast of diverse characters and an engaging plot.

We follow Prince Henry and Alex Claremont Diaz. They cause a scandal in the press and have to pretend to be friends.

The depiction of bisexuality in this book is outstanding. The main character comes to terms with their bisexuality throughout the course of the book.

This is such a comfort read. This empowering queer romance takes place in a parallel universe where a woman with mixed-race children is president. And it has such feel good vibes. 

But the relationships between the characters are what make this book so special. The chemistry between the main characters is excellent. And the banter is genuinely hilarious.

One of the top books with bisexual main characters.

5. Her Royal Highness by Rachel Hawkins

This lighthearted teen romance is the perfect comfort read. Ideal for reading on a sunlounger by the pool. It features an amazing bisexual character, secure in their sexuality.

We follow Millie who is heartbroken when she discovers that her kinda girlfriend has been kissing someone else. After getting into a super elusive boarding school, she moves to Scotland. And this is where she meets Princess Flora.

Not only does this book include the enemies-to-lovers trope. But it also features the room-mates trope, royalty, an ex-girlfriend and a posh boarding school.

 Oh, and did I mention it’s all set in stunning Scottish highlands.

It did feel a little rushed towards the end of the book. But it’s still a sweet and  irresistibly charming book.

You could easily binge-read this in one sitting. It would be a great book to read on holiday or if you’re struggling to get out of a reading slump. 

A lighthearted, easy read. Perfect if you’re after romance books with bisexual main characters. 

6. Six of Crows & Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo

Searching for fantasy books with bisexual characters? Look no further than Six of Crows. This duology has one of the most diverse casts. And Jesper is one of my favourite bisexual characters.

Six of Crows is like a fantasy version of Oceans Eleven with magic,  found family and super sassy banter. The morally grey characters,  criminal mastermind and enemies to lovers romance remind me of Throne of Glass. 

We follow six teenagers living in Ketterdam. Kaz Brekker, a criminal prodigy, is one of the teens. He is offered a deadly heist for a huge payout.

But it’s an impossible heist. And Kaz will need all the help he can get to pull it off. So he assembles five other teens to help him.

People rave about this fantasy duology online and it’s for a good reason. It features a fast paced plot, a diverse cast and hilarious banter.

 7. Not Your Sidekick by C.B. Lee

Not Your Sidekick is a queer middle grade novel about superheroes. It features a bisexual Chinese-Vietnamese protagonist. And it briefly discusses biphobia within the LGBTQ+ community.

We follow Jessica Tran, a bisexual high school student who is resigned to a life without superpowers and decides to start an internship to improve her college applications. However, she quickly discovers it’s for a supervillain with her crush Abby.

Not Your Sidekick is a light, fluffy and fun read. It takes superhero tropes and gives a refreshing take on a superhero story.

If you enjoy urban fantasy books or ya contemporary then you should definitely read this one. The superhero storyline is woven seamlessly into modern everyday life. 

It also manages to tackle a lot of issues while still staying fun. This whole series is on my TBR list as I loved Bells in Not Your Sidekick. (For more incredible queer books about superheroes and supervillains try Nimona by Noelle Stevenson or  Dreadnought by April Daniels)

8.  Perfect on Paper by Sophie Gonzales

Perfect on Paper is a cute high school ya romance with a bisexual main character. The bisexual representation is excellent.

And while it does feature a lot of discussions about bisexuality – the plot does not focus on coming out.

Perfect on paper follows Darcy Phillips. She runs an anonymous service giving love advice to her classmates via a locker. They slip in their worries and she responds with a carefully worded response. But Alexander Brougham catches her in the act. And in exchange for keeping her secret, he asks her to be his dating coach.

If you like the fake dating trope,  you’ll love this book. The ‘dating coach’ is fantastic.

 And it allowed for so much character growth and development. I also enjoyed the romance between Alexander and Darcy.

The discussions around bisexuality and biphobia in this book are excellent. You can clearly tell this is an own voices story. And the discussions around bisexual girls in relationships with guys is absolutely spot on.

Gonzales’ Writing style is excellent – no purple prose and easy to read. The teenagers were also well written. And they were very believable. I thoroughly enjoyed the banter between all the characters. 

The bisexual representation in this book is perfect. And if you’re after books with bisexual main characters, I highly recommend Perfect on Paper.

9. One last stop by Casey Mcquiston

I’m a huge fan of One Last Stop. This new adult romance features an incredible, chaotic bisexual character. Plus it has a cast full of amazing queer characters.

We follow August. She’s a cynical 23 year old who is trying to survive in New York. But then she meets this gorgeous girl on the train.

Jane.

Jane is dazzling, mysterious and insanely charismatic. But problem is,  she’s literally displaced in time from the 1970s.

From the chaotic roommates, funny banter and friendships – there is so much to love about this romance.

 The writing is also hilarious and easy to read. Plus the food imagery is droolworthy. ( If you enjoyed One Last Stop then read my article  full of recommendations for books like One Last Stop)

10. The Good Girls by Claire Eliza Bartlett

Often Queer books tend to veer towards Contemporary or romance. But The Good Girls is a murder mystery with a bisexual protagonist. We follow 4 girls, but each POV is well developed.

Everyone in high school has a label. Emma Baines was known as a good girl. She is murdered and three of her classmates become suspects. But appearances are never what they seem.

The characters and opening instantly hook you in.  And I loved the premise. The pace and plot were very suspenseful.

The mood of the book is the reason I enjoyed it so much. It balances fall and dark academia vibes perfectly.  A  great, cosy read for a rainy day.

If you’re after books with bisexual main characters then you need to check this out. 

11. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is one of the most popular queer books. This historical fiction was the #3 most-read book amount GoodReads reviewers in 2021 and ranked at the Top of the Amazon bestseller list. But it lives up to the hype.

We follow ageing movie icon, Evelyn Hugo. She is ready to tell the truth on her scandalous life. But she chooses an unknown reporter to tell the story. Why her?

It includes one of the best bisexual characters – Evelyn Hugo. This is one of my favourite quotes from the book – ” I’m bisexual. Don’t ignore the half of me so you can fit me into a box Monique. Don’t do that.”

This is my favourite book by Taylor Jenkins Reid. And no other book can quite live up to it. This compelling book keeps you hooked until the last page.

The characterisation is excellent and Evelyn Hugo is an incredible main character. You can’t help but want to know everything about her.

12.  Hani and Ishu’s Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar

This ya contemporary openly deals with biphobia and biphobic bullying. This wlw romance features Muslim and Bengali main characters. Plus Adiba Jaigirdar nails the grumpy/sunshine trope.

Hani is bisexual but she is having trouble getting her friends to believe her. Ishu wants to be Head Girl.  

They decide to fake date so that Hani’s friends believe she is bisexual. And to help Ishu in her Head girl campaign.

The bisexual representation is executed so well in this book. Not enough books that deal with biphobia. And this explicitly deals with biphobic bullying. 

The fake dating trope is executed perfectly – it leads to so many funny moments. And both characters learn from each other.

An adorable book with the perfect romance. The grumpy/sunshine romance led to so many funny moments. It had me laughing out loud so many times.

This book will never fail to cheer you up. If you’re after books with bisexual main characters you need to read this.

13. I wish you all the Best by Mason Deaver

I wish you all the Best is a powerful read about gender identity and family issues. 

We follow Ben De Becker as they come out as nonbinary to their parents. Ben is then thrown out of their house. And they struggle with anxiety coupled with their parents’ rejection.  Ben becomes friends with Nathan who takes Ben under his wing.

This is the most beautiful debut novel.  Mason Deaver is a best-selling author. And he was nominated for a Good Reads Choice Award for I Wish You All The Best.

The depiction of mental health struggles in this book is perfect.  Also, the writing style is excellent. You can feel how this is an own voices book. 

It’s an honest depiction of the complexity of coming out and falling in love as a non-binary person.

14. These Witches Don’t Burn by Isabel Sterling

I was sold on this book as soon as I heard Sapphic witches!

These Witches Don’t Burn is a lighthearted fantasy romance with witches, a mystery to solve and the found family trope. It contains an awesome, openly bisexual love interest. Plus it’s set in Salem.

These Witches Don’t Burn follows Hannah. She is a witch living in Salem. A dark blood ritual interrupts her end-of-school bonfire. And she investigates with her ex-girlfriend Veronica.

She also meets Morgan. But trying to date in the middle of a supernatural crisis is not easy and will test Hannah’s limits.

This is one of my favourite ya fantasy duologies. We don’t have enough ya fantasy duologies. So this is an easy series to binge-read and finish.

 Don’t get me wrong – it’s not hard-hitting.

But I’m a simple girl and sometimes I want a warm, cozy lesbian book to read. The LGBTQ+ characters are so well incorporated that they are just part of life.  This makes it such a comforting fantasy book about witches.

15. A Dark and Hollow Star by Ashley Shuttleworth

Imagine Crescent City, but Danika and Bryce were an item.

Interested?

Then you need to read A Dark and Hollow Star. This urban fantasy feature fae, queer main characters and an enticing mystery. It features both a pansexual and bisexual protagonist alongside genderfluid, gay and lesbian main characters.

A series of gruesome murders threatens to expose the faerie world to humans.  Four queer teens – Nausicaä, Arlo, Vehan, and Aurelian – each hold a piece of the truth. And they must track down the mysterious killer.

The mystery in this book is intriguing and well written. You keep reading to find out more. This is balanced well with two adorable romances. Arlo and Nausicaä have such amazing chemistry. Nausicaä is a grumpy, chaotic and sarcastic lesbian. Arlo and Nausicaä have a perfect grumpy/sunshine slow-burn vibe.

I listened to the audiobook version which you can find on audible. The full-cast of narrators is engrossing. The voices of Vehan and Nausicaä are so spot on!

 16.  This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron

Kalynn Bayron writes some of the best contemporary fantasy books This Poison Heart is an Urban Fantasy book. It opens in the city before the main characters move to a small town. It also has beautiful plant and cottagecore imagery throughout.

This Poison Heart follows Briseis. She has a magic gift where she can magic tiny seeds grow into rich blooms with a single touch.

Her aunt dies and wills her a dilapidated estate in rural New York. And she must uncover her family’s heritage and secrets.

 This is a quick, fast-paced and easy read. You could easily pick this up and binge read it in one setting. Kalynn Bayron writes plant imagery beautifully. And I absolutely adored the plant and forest imagery.  

My only complaint with this book is that the romance was very insta-lovey. And I found it difficult to be invested in the romance. 

If you’re looking for fantasy books with LGBT characters then you HAVE to read this book. The way mythology is woven into the plot .  It also feature a Black heroine, supportive same-sex parents and elemental magic.

16. Ghost Wood Song by Erica Waters

Ghostwood Song is a spooky tale with Southern Forest imagery. It features an intriguing mystery and a bisexual main character.

Ghostwood song follows Shady Groves. She’s inherited her father’s ability to call ghosts from the grave with his fiddle. And she knows the tunes bring nothing but trouble. But her brother is accused of murder. And to clear his name she’s going to have to make the ghosts sing.

I listened to the audiobook version of this which I highly recommend. The narrator has the most charming Southern USA accent. This book is super atmospheric and full of creepy forest scenes.

It strikes a balance of home comforts and creepy scenes while also exploring the impact of loss on a family.

17. The Sawkill Girls by Claire Legrand

Searching for spooky reads? You need to check out SawKill Girls. This atmospheric read is full of badass, morally grey characters. Plus, nothing on the character suggests it has queer representation. Ideal if you’re after discreet covers.

Sawkill island has never been safe for young girls. According to local legend, a paranormal beast hunts young girls.

We are introduced to three girls: Zoey, Val and Marion. They have the power to save the island. If they are willing to come together and try.

This book has several bisexual characters, asexual representation and a lesbian. Zoey is an incredible character and a personal favourite of mine while reading the book.

Sawkill Girls is a dark fantasy and not for everyone. The world-building is dark, moody and atmospheric. I love the idea of sapphic girls coming together and using magical powers to conquer evil.

18. Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert

The Brown sisters series is incredible. The writing is the perfect blend of romantic, smutty and seriously funny. So I had to recommend Take a Hint, Dani Brown.

It follows Danika Brown. She wants professional success. But romantic partners, whatever their gender, are a distraction.

So she asks for a friend with benefits.

When brooding security guard Zafir Ansari rescues Dani from a workplace fire drill gone wrong, it’s an obvious sign.

Her plan is simple. fake a relationship in public, seduce Zaf behind the scenes.

Talia Hibbert’s writing is hilarious. And you’ll want to root for the relationships. Perfect if you’re after romance books with bisexual main characters.

19. Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake

Delilah Green Doesn’t Care is an adorable romantic comedy featuring a bisexual main character and a lesbian. 

It’s a dual POV following Delilah Green and Claire Sutherland. 

Delilah Green swore she would never return to Bright Falls. Only memories of a lonely childhood with a distant stepfamily remain in Bright Falls. Her life is in New York with her photography career. 

But then Delilah’s estranged stepsister pressures her into photographing her wedding. And Delilah finds herself back in the town. She plans to breeze in and out. 

Claire Sutherland has raised her eleven year old daughter mostly on her own while also running a bookstore. With an unreliable ex, Claire Sutherland depends on a life without suprises. 

And Delilah Green is an unwelcome surprise…at first.

This is such a quick, binge-read. Claire Sutherland is an incredible bisexual character. And the challenges of being a single parent are excellent. But still balanced with adorable romance.

Funny, steamy and heartfelt at the same time. Everything you want in a romance. If you’re looking for books with bisexual main characters you’ll love this.

20. The Gentlemen’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee

The Gentlemen’s Guide to Vice and Virtue is a historical romance features a bisexual main character and an intriguing mystery.  Henry is a likeable but chaotic bisexual main character.

We follow Henry “Monty” Montague. He was born to be a gentlemen. But he was never one to be tamed. The finest boarding schools in England and the constant disapproval of his father haven’t been able to curb any of his roguish passions.

But as Monty embarks on his Grand Tour of Europe, his quest for a life filled with pleasure and vice is in danger of coming to an end. Not only does his father expect him to take over the family’s estate upon his return. But Monty is also nursing an impossible crush on his best friend and traveling companion, Percy.

Still it isn’t in Monty’s nature to give up. Even with his younger sister, Felicity, in tow, he vows to make this yearlong escapade one last hedonistic hurrah and flirt with Percy from Paris to Rome.

But then one of Monty’s reckless decisions turns their trip into a harrowing manhunt. A manhunt that spans across Europe. And it makes Monty question everything he knows.

A Historical fiction about touring Europe is a unique concept. But it was well written and developed. Making this unlike any other book I’ve read.

The fast-paced plot made this easy to binge read. It balances heartfelt moments with romance and mystery perfect. If you’re after books with bisexual main characters you need to pick this up.

21. Leah on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli

Leah on the Offbeat is an easy-to-read ya contemporary romance about first love. Plus it features an incredibly charismatic main character.

We follow Leah Burke. Leah is an anomaly in her friend group. She’s the only child of a young, single mom. And her life is less privileged.

She loves to draw. But is too self-conscious to show it. And even though her mom knows she’s bisexual, she hasn’t mustered the courage to tell her friends. So Leah doesn’t know what to do when her rock-solid friend group starts to fracture in unexpected ways. With prom and college on the horizon, tensions are running high. 

It’s hard for Leah to strike the right note while the people she loves are fighting—especially when she realizes she might love one of them more than she ever intended.

Funny, easy to read and well written. An amazing choice and one of the best books with bisexual main characters.

22. The Unbroken by C.L Clark

I first heard of The Unbroken from TikTok where it  was recommended over and over again.  It’s a North African inspired fantasy. And it deals a lot with the brutal impact of colonisation. 

It follows Touraine and Luca. Touraine is a soldier. She was stolen as a child and raised to kill for the empire.

Touraine’s only loyalty is to her fellow conscripts. 

She’s sent back to her homeland to stop and rebellion. But the ties of blood might be stronger than she thought.

Luca is the princess and heir to this empire. And Luca needs a turncoat.

Someone desperate enough to commit treason.

Someone who can sway the rebels towards peace.

While Luca focuses on what matters: getting her uncle off her throne.Through assassinations and massacres, in bedrooms and war rooms, Touraine and Luca will haggle over the price of a nation. But some things aren’t for sale.

A top pick for books with bisexual main characters.

23. She drives me crazy by Kelly Quindlen

You can’t go wrong with the enemies to lovers-and fake dating tropes.  And She drives me crazy is a queer enemies-to-lovers romance with the fake dating trope. It also is a sports romance set in a high school.  It also contains an incredible bisexual main character.

We follow Scottie Zajac. She loses spectacularly to her ex-girlfriend in their first game since their break up. She finds herself in a minor car collision with the worst possible person. Her nemesis Irene Abraham.

Irene Abraham is beautiful but also mean. And then their nosey, do-gooder moms involve themselves. And the girls are forced to carpool together.

And the more time they spend together, the worse it becomes. But then Scottie discovers an opportunity for revenge on her ex. And she bribes Irene into playing along.

This book is such a cute, light-hearted read. And it makes for such escapism. I often don’t want to read books that deal with heavy issues. Or that teach you something.  If you’re looking for a cozy, feel-good ya lesbian book or a cute wlw romance then this is a great choice.

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