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Bookstagram Props & Background Ideas for Book Photos

February 9, 2020 Taylor Leave a comment

As a Bookstagrammer, you probably know that books are the main focus of your Instagram feed. But you can easily…

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How to Start a Bookstagram (#Bookstagram)

September 29, 2019 Taylor 2 Comments

If you love books and you’re looking for a creative outlet or a community of like-minded bibliophiles, you’ve got to…

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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 3+ 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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Are you team thriller or team romance??When I saw Are you team thriller or team romance??When I saw the #ThrillersToLovers challenge (hosted by @sand_between_pages and @momssanity ), I knew I had to join in. I’m team THRILLER all the way! Sure, I’ll read the occasional rom com novel, but there’s just something irresistible about dark and mysterious thrillers 🙌
💫 BOOK REVIEW 💫 (Thanks @williammorrowbooks 💫 BOOK REVIEW 💫 (Thanks @williammorrowbooks for the gifted book!) The Last Goodbye is definitely one of those books that tugs at your heartstrings. (It deals heavily in grief over the death of a loved one, so please be aware of that when deciding whether or not to read this.) Synopsis: “Poignant, hopeful, and full of emotional power, an unforgettable story in the vein of P.S. I Love You about two people learning to love again after great loss, perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes and Josie Silver.” What I enjoyed: -the setting, especially Brody’s cottage on the moors -Anna and Gabi’s friendship -the honest and open discussions around grief and mental health Now, there are a couple things I didn’t love. The way the characters talked felt stiff and unnatural at times. What they said to each other sounded too perfect to be real, if that makes sense? It also wasn’t the most realistic love story ever. 🤷‍♀️ But it was sweet, and I was definitely rooting for a happy ending! Rating: 3.75⭐️ (out now!) 💬 What was the last book you read that was out of your comfort zone/not a genre you typically read? #WMTastemakers
Do you collect any vintage books? I don’t have a Do you collect any vintage books? I don’t have a lot anymore, but these are a few of my favorites! And those illustrations 😍 . . . . . #vintagebooks #onmyshelf #mybooks #bookcollector #bookcollection #oldbooks #pileofbooks #fairytales #peterpan #thechroniclesofnarnia #cslewis #hanschristianandersen #arthurrackham #bookcovers #bookillustrations #coverart
Taylor Adams is back with one of the most anticipa Taylor Adams is back with one of the most anticipated thrillers of the summer! [book gifted by @williammorrowbooks ] Hairpin Bridge is fast-paced and high octane, but also surprisingly emotional. I could not put this one down - I think I read it in just two sittings 👏 Read if you like: -complex characters -complicated sibling dynamics -car chases -remote forest settings -pulse-pounding thrills I did think some of the gun fight scenes were longer than necessary, and I would have liked to learn a little more about Lena and her sister. But overall, thriller lovers will eat this one up! It’s action-packed, with interesting characters and an eerie setting. Rating: 4.25⭐️ (out today!) 💬 Have you read anything by Taylor Adams? I definitely want to read his previous book, No Exit! #WMTastemakers
🌟BOOK FEATURE 🌟 (Thanks @williammorrowbooks 🌟BOOK FEATURE 🌟 (Thanks @williammorrowbooks for the gifted book!) Fans of the fantasy/romance genre combo: here’s a new book to put on your radar! The Wolf and the Woodsman just came out on Tuesday, and it’s already gotten some great buzz on Goodreads 🙌 Here’s a quick synopsis: “In the vein of Naomi Novik’s New York Times bestseller Spinning Silver and Katherine Arden’s national bestseller The Bear and the Nightingale, this unforgettable debut— inspired by Hungarian history and Jewish mythology—follows a young pagan woman with hidden powers and a one-eyed captain of the Woodsmen as they form an unlikely alliance to thwart a tyrant.” 💬 Do you read fantasy? What’s a fantasy book you’ve loved recently?
Just some books I’ve acquired over the past week Just some books I’ve acquired over the past week 🤩 Have you read any of these? Any favorites? . . . . . #bookstack #booksonbooks #mybooks #lovebooks #whatiread #alwaysreading #readeveryday #bookblogger #ilovebooks #tbrpile #toberead #lovereading #allthebooks #stackofbooks #onmyshelf #bookishphoto #bookpics #bookstacks #bookspines #bookmailisthebestmail #newbooks #bookcollector
💫 HAPPY PUB DAY to this new thriller! (Thanks @ 💫 HAPPY PUB DAY to this new thriller! (Thanks @crookedlanebooks for the gifted book) A quick synopsis: a woman is shocked to find out her mother had been corresponding with a convicted serial killer before her death. Meanwhile, it appears someone is stalking the English countryside, emulating that killer. This story had an eerie atmosphere, with a growing sense of dread - obviously, the sign of a solid thriller! I also liked the little tie-ins with Grimm’s fairy tales. I did think some of the characters acted strangely at times, and the pacing was a little slow in the middle, but overall the characters were interesting and the plot drew me in! 👏 Read if you like: -true crime -family drama -dual timelines -books about secret communes -ancient woods Rating: 3.75⭐️ (out today!) 💬 What are you reading right now? Are you enjoying it?
🌴☀️ Just got this summery book in the mail! 🌴☀️ Just got this summery book in the mail! Hopefully I can squeeze it in to my June TBR 😍 What was the last book you bought yourself??
🚀 This was one of my most anticipated books of 🚀 This was one of my most anticipated books of 2021, and it did not disappoint! 👏 (Thanks @randomhouse for the gifted book) Andy Weir is back with another wild ride set in space 🙌 This time, the survival of Earth rests on the shoulders of one man in a spaceship. Unfortunately, that man can’t even remember his own name - he just knows it’s up to him to save humanity from an intergalactic threat. I loved the characters, I loved the adventure, and yes, I loved the science (and there’s a lot of it!) 🤓 And Weir’s signature silly sense of humor shines through here, too. Project Hail Mary is different than the Martian in many ways, but also has the same vibe. If you loved The Martian (like I did), you’ll love this one too! Rating: 4.5⭐️ (out now!) 💬 What was the last book that lived up to the hype for you?
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