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Category: Bookstagram Tips

Bookstagram Influencer Programs to Join for Free Books

November 13, 2021 Taylor Leave a comment

If you’re a bookstagrammer, you may know that you can request books (both physical and digital) directly from publishers –…

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Bookstagram Props & Background Ideas for Book Photos

February 9, 2020 Taylor 2 Comments

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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📚📦🥰 I wanted to share this lovely pile of 📚📦🥰 I wanted to share this lovely pile of #bookmail from the past couple weeks! (Thanks tagged publishers for the gifted books) These all sound so unique 🙌 Are any of these on your radar? THE WITCH’S DAUGHTER by Paula Brackston 👉 a blend of historical romance & modern fantasy (already published) THE HIGH HOUSE by Jessie Greengrass 👉 literary fiction/dystopian novel about a group of people trying to survive (out 1/4/2022) THE CANDY HOUSE by Jennifer Egan 👉 slightly futuristic literary fiction “with a focus on social media, gaming, and alternate worlds” (out 4/5/2022) TELL ME AN ENDING by Jo Harkin 👉 dystopian novel about a new technology that can delete unwanted memories - and how it effects society (3/1/2022) CITY OF TIME AND MAGIC by Paula Brackston 👉 book 4 in the Found Things historical fantasy/time travel series (out now!)
🌟PUB DAY REVIEW🌟 (Thanks @randomhouse for th 🌟PUB DAY REVIEW🌟 (Thanks @randomhouse for the gifted book!) I must be living under a rock, because this was my first ever Jodi Picoult read! Wish You Were Here is set during the pandemic. It’s about a woman named Diana who travels to the Galápagos Islands alone - on what should have been a romantic trip with her boyfriend. But he’s an ER doctor, and stays behind in New York to help at the hospital. While parts of this center around a trip to a beautiful island, I wouldn’t consider it a “breezy” read. There are deep discussions about trauma and identity, and it delves into the start of the pandemic - including the isolation, fear, and loss. But the story also has hope, kindness, and love. Read if you like: -remote island settings -fully-formed, flawed characters -emotional stories -unique plots Plus, the main character works in the art world, which I found fascinating. There were a couple parts of the story that frustrated me, but overall I was impressed by the storytelling - I legitimately gasped out loud multiple times 😱 I definitely recommend this one (especially if you’re looking for something you definitely haven’t read before)! Rating: 4.25⭐️ (out today) 💬 Have you read anything by Jodi Picoult? This was the first book of hers that I’ve read, and I definitely want to read more!
For #nonfictionnovember I wanted to share this lov For #nonfictionnovember I wanted to share this lovely book (clearly Sasha is fascinated by it too)! I’ve been savoring my way through Braiding Sweetgrass. It’s written by an Indigenous woman & botanist, and discusses the relationship between humans and nature - and how plants and animals are our oldest teachers. I’m learning so much from it. 🌱 💬 Have you read any nonfiction books or memoirs this year? Any favorites I should check out?
Plans for today: rearranging my book cart & eating Plans for today: rearranging my book cart & eating all the leftovers I possibly can 😋🙌 What was your favorite Thanksgiving dish this year?? . . . . . . #prettybooks #booksaremagic #bookpic #bookcart #onmyshelf #bookobsessed #bookshelves #shelfie #readerlife #bookishfeed #bookspines #avidreader #booktography #fortheloveofbooks #ilovebooks #booksofinstagram #bookgram #alwaysreading #readinghabits #readinggoal #goodreads #readinggoals
👉 What are you currently reading/watching/eatin 👉 What are you currently reading/watching/eating?? Here are my currentlies: 📖 Reading: All Of Us Villains by Amanda Foody 📖 Reading: Wish You Were Here (the newest Jodi Picoult!) 📺 Watching: The Wheel of Time (loving it so far 👏) 🍽 Eating: Pumpkin Brownies 🤤 Hope you’re having a wonderful Thanksgiving week!
🧸 My most recent read, puppy Sasha & the teddy 🧸 My most recent read, puppy Sasha & the teddy bear she destroyed in 15 minutes 😂 (Thanks @randomhouse for the gifted book!) Nanny Needed is about a woman who comes across a flyer advertising the need for a nanny - “the utmost discretion required”. She’s desperately in debt, so she applies. But things don’t exactly go as expected. I’ll start by saying I had mixed thoughts on this one. It was twisty and dramatic, with a peek into the lives of a ridiculously wealthy family. But it also lacked some character development, and you really have to suspend disbelief for parts of the plot. This story is compulsively readable and the penthouse setting was cool. But overall, it didn’t have the depth or believability (for me) to be more than an “ok” read. But a lot of people have loved it, so you may want to give it a try - especially if you love thrillers! Rating: 3⭐️ (out now!) 💬 Do you have any pets?
🚫CLOSED - congrats to the winner, @jotakestheci 🚫CLOSED - congrats to the winner, @jotakesthecity !🚫🌟 BOOK GIVEAWAY 🌟 [gifted by @putnambooks ] I ended up with an extra paperback copy of Just Haven’t Met You Yet by Sophie Cousens, so I’m giving one away 🙌 This was a sweet and funny read - a contemporary romance set in the Channel Islands with a hint of mystery tied in! (check out my post on 11/9 for my review) HOW TO ENTER: -FOLLOW me (@reader.haven) -LIKE & SAVE this post -COMMENT below with one of the best books you read this fall 🍁📖 . BONUS entries: ⚡️TAG 2 friends (can be done up to 5 times) ⚡️SHARE this photo in your story & tag me . . Rules: 1. Open to U.S. residents only 2. Please don't follow to unfollow (I’m fun, I promise 😉) 3. Must be 18+ or have permission to provide shipping address 4. No promotional or giveaway accounts . . Ends Monday, November 22nd at 11:59 PST. The winner will be announced shortly after. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Instagram. Good luck! 😊
📖 Do you have any auto-buy authors?? After The 📖 Do you have any auto-buy authors?? After The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Vampires came out last year, Grady Hendrix became one of mine! I didn’t love his newest book quite as much, but still really enjoyed it 👏 Like all of Hendrix’s stories (at least the ones I’ve read so far), this was a very unique read. It definitely gives off the ‘80’s slasher’ vibes it promises - but with a modern twist. While I didn’t love it as much as his previous book, it still had that Hendrix feel to it that makes a story compulsively readable. What I liked: -interesting plot (if a little predictable at the end, but only some parts) -unique voice -epistolary story style with letters, articles, etc. scattered throughout (this is my jam 👏) A few parts did feel a bit repetitive, and I wanted to get to know the side characters better. But overall, it was twisty, action packed, and dug deeper than just a story looking to scare, with themes ranging from the effects of trauma to society’s obsession with killers. Definitely worth reading if you’re a horror fan! (Rating: 4.25⭐️)
Are you a fan of Greek mythology? What about graph Are you a fan of Greek mythology? What about graphic novels? (Thanks @delreybooks @randomhouse for the gifted book!) I’m a fan of both, though I hadn’t read a graphic novel in a while, so I was thrilled when Lore Olympus arrived on my doorstep! (Bonus points if you can tell which character the enamel pin is 🤩) This story has it all: -Greek gods/goddesses (with personality!) -juicy drama -gorgeous illustrations -witty banter -fabulous settings Essentially, it’s a modernized version of Greek mythology with wild parties and fancy dresses, but also with close friendships and the blooming of young love. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a fun read you won’t want to end 🙌 My only complaint is that I wanted more - there were a lot of characters, so we didn’t get to know them as deeply as I would have liked. But that’s what’s so great about a series. Can’t wait for the next volume 🙌 Rating: 4.5⭐️ (Volume One out now!)
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