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Category: Book Recommendations

Spotlight Review: Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

March 21, 2018 Taylor Leave a comment

I cannot say enough good things about Station Eleven. I recommend it to everyone, no matter which genres they typically read.…

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15 Books To Look Out For In 2018

February 28, 2018 Taylor Leave a comment

I’m always on the lookout for exciting new books to add to my TBR list, no matter how many books…

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The Best Books I Read in 2017 (Part Two)

February 17, 2018 Taylor Leave a comment

I read some incredible books in 2017, but for one reason or another, 16 of the 40 stood out above the rest.…

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The Best Books I Read in 2017 (Part One)

February 8, 2018 Taylor Leave a comment

I read some incredible books in 2017, but for one reason or another, 16 of the 40 stood out above the rest.…

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About Me

Hi, I’m Taylor!

I’m from Seattle, but recently moved to Austin, TX. (Bring on the taco trucks & sunshine!)

I’ve been part of the Bookstagram community for 2.5+ years now (previously known as SilverFire Books), and I’ve loved every minute of it!

When I’m not working, you can usually find me curled up with a book and a cup of iced coffee. I’m also a big fan of dogs, chocolate, and ridiculous dance moves.

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It’s time for a Surprise Book Mail GIVEAWAY! 🌟📚 I have a ton of books sitting on my shelves that I’ve already read, and I want them to go to good homes. So here’s what’s going down: 2 winners will receive a stack of books from me, based on their Goodreads TBR list! 📦 . If you win, I’ll take a look at your Goodreads account and mail you a few books I think you’ll like ☺️ (Please keep in mind that almost all the books I have are fiction). . . TO ENTER: -FOLLOW me (@reader.haven) -LIKE this post -COMMENT below with a book you’ve read recently and loved! 📖 . BONUS entries: ⚡️TAG 2 friends (equal to 1 extra entry, can be done up to 3 times) ⚡️SHARE this photo in your story & tag me (otherwise I won’t see it!) (equal to 5 extra entries) . . Rules: 1. U.S. entrants only (sorry!) 2. Please don't follow to unfollow 3. Must be 18+ or have permission to provide shipping address 4. No promotional or giveaway accounts . . Ends Thursday, April 9th at 11:59PST. The winners will be announced shortly after. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Instagram. Good luck! 😊 . . . . . #lovereading #bookgiveaway #booksbooksbooks #booksofinstagram #booksarelife #bookrecommendation #bookhoarder #bookrecommendations #goodreads #goodbooks #greatbooks #readmore #readmorebooks #bookblog #bibliophile #bookworm #ilovebooks #readersofinstagram #readersofig #whattoread #bookhaul #readerlife #currentlyreading #bookstagrammer #bookcollector #bookstack #blinddatewithabook
Starting this one today 🙌 . (Thank you @harperb Starting this one today 🙌 . (Thank you @harperbooks for the free copy!) . I’ve been on a thriller binge lately and I’m not mad about it. 😏 So of course I can’t wait to dive into The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine (who also wrote The Last Mrs. Parrish)! The pub date for this one is May 19th. . QOTD: Which upcoming new releases are you most excited for?? . . . . . #harperbooks #livconstantine #thrillers #thrillerbooks #ilovebooks #readeveryday #alwaysreading #booksbooksbooks #bookpic #bookcover #bookcovers #bookstack #bookish #bookphotos #readerlife #allaboutbooks #booksarecool
Just a shot of my favorite bookend, because right Just a shot of my favorite bookend, because right now it helps to find joy in the small things. ❤️ . What are you reading right now? My husband and I are reading The One by John Marrs together (it’s like a Black Mirror episode!), and I’m also reading Idaho by Emily Ruskovich. 📖 . . . . . . #shelfie #bookstack #bookshelf #shelfdecor #bookends #bookend #booksbooksbooks #booksbooksandmorebooks #bookstagrammer #readerlife #ilovebooks #readingissexy #paperbacks #bookspines #bookcollector #bookcollection #prettybooks #amreading #alwaysreading
Is it strange that in these uncertain times, I’m Is it strange that in these uncertain times, I’m drawn to post-apocalyptic novels? . I’m not exactly sure why, but I think it has to do with the way stories like these portray how we, as humans, come together in a time of crisis. . If you haven’t read Station Eleven: you really, really should. It’s one of my favorite books of all time and one of the reasons I got back into reading (for fun) after college. . I can’t say enough good things about this book. It‘s a gorgeous depiction of the struggle for survival after a worldwide epidemic. . I was continually entranced with the characters and their lives, the ways they were all connected and how they adapted to their changed world. . This is not the sort of book you tear through, skimming the words, just to see what happens next. But that’s not to say it was boring; on the contrary, I never wanted to put it down. . An awe-inspiring exploration of the joys and sorrows of the human condition, this is definitely a story to savor until the very end. . Which books have you been drawn to lately? (I’ve also been reading the Chronicles of Narnia for something more comforting and light-hearted. 😊) . Hope you’re staying healthy out there! ❤️ . . . . . . . #stationeleven #emilystjohnmandel #bookstoread #bookreview #bookrec #bookrecommendations #bookshelf #amreading #ilovebooks #readingiscool #booksarelife #homebody #bookcover #bookcovers #bookpic #bookshelves
Are you in a book club? . I actually just went to Are you in a book club? . I actually just went to a book club last night where I didn’t know a SOUL. My husband and I recently moved to Texas and don’t really know anyone yet (and working 100% from home doesn’t help that 😬). . I’m generally an introvert, so I don’t need a ton of human interaction. But everyone gets lonely sometimes! So I found a book club for people who are new in town. . It ended up being SO much fun, and I’m so glad I did it! Turns out it’s super easy to talk to other people who love books as much as I do. ☺️ . If you’re in a book club, has your club read any books that you loved? Always looking for recommendations! . . . . . #bookclub #bookclubofinstagram #bookclubs #readersofinstagram #booksarelife #readingisfundamental #readingiscool #readeveryday #bookstagrammer #alwaysreading #bookclubbin #readallday #lovebooks #bookishpost #bookpic
Do you collect multiple copies of your favorite bo Do you collect multiple copies of your favorite books? . When I was a bookseller, I had to learn how to be ok with not keeping most of the books I found. 😱 So I actually only have one copy of most of my favorite books. . When I found this vintage copy of Winnie the Pooh, though, I knew there was no way I could part with it. Soo I made an exception. I mean, the illustrations are just 😍 . . . . . #winniethepooh #aamilne #vintagebooks #bookcollection #booksofinstagram #christopherrobin #readeveryday #readingtime #readingissexy #hardcovers #bookpile #shelfie #collectingbooks #bookalicious #bookishlove #classicbooks #fortheloveofbooks #booktime #epicreads #readallthebooks #readingnook #onmybookshelf
🎉 Happy pub day to @greerhendricks and @sarahpe 🎉 Happy pub day to @greerhendricks and @sarahpekkanen ! . This fabulous thriller-writing duo has done it again. . I loved how twisty Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen’s first book (The Wife Between Us) was. . I’m happy to report: their third book together is just as addicting as their first! . I mean, I finished it in less than 24 hours, so that tells you something. But it wasn’t JUST the intense plot that kept me glued to the page. I loved the unique statistics angle, and the protagonist was relatable. Who hasn't felt lonely at some point in their lives? . Sure, there are a few places you'll have to suspend disbelief (as with many thrillers). But when it comes to entertainment factor: this book delivers! . Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 . **Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the review copy. . Goodreads synopsis: You probably know someone like Shay Miller. She wants to find love, but it eludes her. She wants to be fulfilled, but her job is a dead end. She wants to belong, but her life is so isolated. . You probably don’t know anyone like the Moore sisters. They have an unbreakable circle of friends. They live the most glamorous life. They always get what they desire. . Shay thinks she wants their life. But what they really want is hers. . . . . . #youarenotalonebook #greerhendricks #sarahpekkanen #stmartinspress #pubday #happypubday #newbooks #newbook #newbookalert #bookrelease #bookreview #bookreviews #thrillers #thrillerbooks #bookstagrammer #netgalley #succulentlove #bookpic #goodreads #allthebooks #booksarecool
A few March hopefuls! . I rarely ever stick to my A few March hopefuls! . I rarely ever stick to my TBR plan (except for ARCs, of course!), so I thought I’d share a few books I hope to read this month. 🙃 . David Mitchell is a favorite author of mine (The Bone Clocks had me totally entranced), and I’ve heard great things about the other two books in this stack. . I also just got an advanced copy of The Guest List by Lucy Foley that I can’t wait to dive into! . Any books you’re excited to read this month?? . . . . . #bookstack #davidmitchell #toberead #lianemoriarty #renedenfeld #wanttoread #readingplans #stackofbooks #ilovebooks #bookstacks #booksbooksbooks #alwaysreading #readerlife #bookpic #bookishpost #booklover #prettybooks
Anyone else dreaming of a day at the beach? ☀️ Anyone else dreaming of a day at the beach? ☀️ . I shouldn’t complain, because winter in Austin means WAY more sunshine than winter in Seattle (where I’m originally from). . But I can’t help wishing I was by the ocean right about now. Reading at the beach is one of my favorite things to do (and I’m guessing I’m not alone there!). 😎 . So until I plan a trip somewhere tropical/on the coast, I’ll just be imagining the feeling of sand between my toes and the sound of waves crashing as I read. 🏖 . What are you reading right now?? I just finished Little Secrets by Jennifer Hillier (SO GOOD, comes out in April), and thinking about starting Ninth House next! . . . . . #coverlove #bookstagrammer #booksaremagic #bookpic #bookflatlay #readerlife #bookishfeed #bookcovers #avidreader #booktography #fortheloveofbooks #booksofinstagram #bookgram #alwaysreading #minimalistbooks #ilovebooks #amreading #beachreads #dreamingofsummer
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