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8 Reasons You Need to Join Goodreads

May 12, 2020 Taylor Leave a comment

I’m a huge fan of Goodreads. It has tons of useful features for readers, and not just for those who…

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How To Crush Your Reading Goals This Year

March 14, 2018 Taylor Leave a comment

Do you set reading goals in Goodreads? I do every year. And every year, at some point, I fall behind.…

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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 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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Recent Posts

  • Before You Go by Tommy Butler (Book Review)
  • The Comeback by Ella Berman (Book Review)
  • Book Review: Somewhere in the Dark by R.J. Jacobs
  • Book Review: The First to Lie by Hank Phillippi Ryan
  • The Eighth Detective by Alex Pavesi (Book Review)
Wish I could spend all day reading beside this win Wish I could spend all day reading beside this window 📖😍 . It’s almost Friday! What are your plans for the weekend? . My husband and I are spending our last few days visiting family in Seattle before we drive back down to Austin. It’s a 3 day road trip, so if you have any good audiobook recommendations, I’d love to hear them! 🎧 . . . . . . #bookstack #booksandplants #plantsandbooks #readeverywhere #audiobooks #bookspines #bookishlife #weekendplans #readingplans #weekendreads #weekendreading #bookstacks #booksonbooks #girlswhoread #readersgonnaread #allthebooks #ilovebooks #bookcollector #bookhoarder #stackofbooks #fortheloveofbooks #bookpile #booksarecool
💬 What was the last unforgettable book you read 💬 What was the last unforgettable book you read? . (Thank you to @harperbooks for the gifted review copy!) . Before You Go blew me away. I still find myself thinking about it, even a month after turning the last page. . It follows the life of an ordinary boy into adulthood, and his attempts to find fulfillment. But it’s SO much more than it sounds. . This story is especially powerful for anyone who has ever felt adrift or unsure about our purpose in this world. I love how Butler was able to drill down to the particulars of one boy’s story, while also successfully covering such a sweeping, relatable theme: what it is to be human. . I enjoyed every moment; even those that were bittersweet. And despite the more serious subject matter, there were funny & playful moments, too. . Before You Go is the type of story that sticks with you. Highly recommended! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ . Especially recommended if you like: David Mitchell, Margaret Atwood, Kazuo Ishiguro, and Emily St. John Mandel . . . . . . . #bookreview #bookreviews #reviewsneedlovetoo #ilovebooks #bookfeature #bookishlife #bookblogger #readdaily #bookstagrammer #beforeyougobook #readmorebooks #pubday #bookishphotography #booksarelife #bookrelease #newbook #girlswhoread #fictionbooks
📖 Are you a fan of thrillers? . I’m always in 📖 Are you a fan of thrillers? . I’m always in the mood for a unique thriller - especially one that's dark, cerebral, and twisty. So when I came across Somewhere in the Dark by R. J. Jacobs, I was intrigued. . (Thank you to @crookedlanebooks for the gifted digital review copy!) . At a young age, Jessie Duval spent over a year of her life trapped in a pitch-black closet, with nothing for comfort but a single country CD by singer Shelly James. Years later, she decides to follow Shelly James on her tour across America. But things go very wrong, and she's arrested for stalking and endangerment during a concert. . Now, after some jail time and lots of therapy, she's working on rebuilding her life. But when her catering job brings her back into Shelly James' circle, and Shelly is found dead soon after, Jessie becomes the prime murder suspect. . I’ve read quite a few thrillers in my day. I love the genre. It’s exciting to put together the pieces of a puzzle while the main character races against the clock. That’s part of why we read: to be entertained. . But when you come across a thriller whose characters are just as gripping as its plot, you know you’ve found something special. That’s exactly how I felt about this book. . This is the kind of story where you can easily sink right into the character’s mind/point of view, and nothing can pull you out. Being inside Jessie’s head was like being in another world. . This book was an engrossing psychological thriller with a fresh premise that touches on childhood trauma, coping mechanisms, fame, and second chances. Definitely recommended! Rating: 4.5⭐️ (out Tuesday, 8/11) . . . . . . #bookreview #bookreviews #reviewsneedlovetoo #somewhereinthedark #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #readthisbook #ilovebooks #bookblogger #bookstagrammer #readmorebooks #pubday #bookishphotography #booksarelife #bookrelease #newbook #girlswhoread #coverlove #goodreads
🕵️‍♂️🕵️‍♀️ You know how so m 🕵️‍♂️🕵️‍♀️ You know how so many books claim to be “Agatha Christie-esque”? Well, I’m happy to say this one TRULY delivers on that promise! . (Thank you to @henryholtbooks for the gifted ARC.) . The Eighth Detective consists of many short stories within one over-arching story (all fictional), exploring the different components of a murder mystery novel. . It may sound a bit complex at first glance, but it was actually pretty easy to sink into the story once I got used to the structure. I loved the gothic undertones, especially in the ‘Trouble at Pearl Island’ story! . Another thing I loved: the settings. Each story brought us somewhere new, and the atmosphere was always on point. I think the Mediterranean-style remote island of the main story was my favorite of all. Salty air, lemon groves, and crystal clear water? Sign me up! . I do think with the way this book was structured, I had trouble connecting to some of the characters. They were each unique and interesting, but sometimes there wasn’t enough for me to get emotionally invested. Still, I really enjoyed this book & never wanted to stop reading! . Overall, this was a unique, narrative-hopping mystery that continues to intrigue until the last page. 4.25⭐️ (out now!) . 🔎 What was the last mystery book you read? . . . . . #bookreview #bookreviews #reviewsneedlovetoo #theeightdetective #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #readreadread #readthisbook #ilovebooks #bookblogger #bookstagrammer #readmorebooks #booksarecool #prettybooks #girlswhoread #coverlove #goodreads #bookstoread #whattoread #bookrelease #mysterybooks #detectivestories #readoutside #summerreads #summerbooks
📚 Which book are you most looking forward to re 📚 Which book are you most looking forward to reading this month?? 🤗 . Here are some of my August hopefuls! This stack also works for #arcaugust - many of these are ARCs I can’t wait to read. 🙌 (Thanks to the tagged publishers for the gifted copies!) . I mayyy have already finished Mexican Gothic 🕯and it was so good. A bit of a slow-burn at the beginning, but the build up was worth it! The atmosphere was fabulously eerie, and I basically finished it in one day. 4.5⭐️ . Wishing you a great reading month! . . . . . #summerbooks #summerreading #summerreads #bookstack #bookstacks #booksonbooks #girlswhoread #toberead #readersgonnaread #allthebooks #plantsandbooks #ilovebooks #readersofinstagram #readerlife #tbrlist #tbrpile #readingspot #bookcollector #bookhoarder #stackofbooks #fortheloveofbooks #wanttoread #bookspines #bookpile #booksarecool #booksoutside #booksandplants
🎥 Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be 🎥 Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be famous? Grace Turner knows it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. 🤭 . (Thank you to @berkleypub for the gifted ARC.) . After being plucked from her average life in England by director Able York, 14-year-old Grace Turner is transported to Hollywood to be groomed as a movie star. But her fame comes at a price: she spends eight years under Able’s control as he manipulates her every move. . Now in her early twenties, we see Grace after a drug-and-alcohol-ridden year of running away from everything and everyone. We watch as she grapples with her pain and tries to pick up the pieces of her life. . This was an emotional, beautifully-written story. It started a bit slow, with Grace struggling to crawl her way out of the hole she’s dug herself into, but it wasn’t long before I was entranced. . I also really enjoyed the setting - it was a character all it’s own. To me, Los Angeles (Hollywood in particular), has always been fascinating in an unsettling sort of way, with its shiny facade and artificial underbelly. Berman painted this living, breathing picture of brightly-colored houses, extreme wealth, uber-hip restaurants, and paparazzi waiting around every corner. . Full of deeply-flawed characters and tumultuous relationships, The Comeback is a moving, absorbing, and incredibly important story. Highly recommended, especially if you enjoy character-driven novels! . Rating: 4.5⭐️ (out today!) . . . . . #bookreview #bookreviews #reviewsneedlovetoo #thecomeback #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #readreadread #readthisbook #ilovebooks #bookblogger #bookstagrammer #readmorebooks #booksarecool #girlswhoread #coverlove #goodreads #bookstoread #whattoread #bookrelease #thecomebackbook
Don’t you love it when a book really draws you i Don’t you love it when a book really draws you in from the first page? 🤗 . (Thank you to @atriabooks for the gifted review copy!) . I didn’t have any red doors to get the perfect photo with, so a cozy blanket/candle combo will have to do! 🕯 . A quick synopsis: Fern, a woman battling anxiety and paranoia, returns to her small hometown after a long absence. . In town, she comes across a memoir written by a woman who was abducted from a nearby town many years ago. As confusing memories start to resurface for Fern, she learns the woman has been abducted again, and she feels compelled to help find her. . This is one of those books you can pick up and find yourself finishing in one sitting. The writing was easy and engaging (with lots of thrills), and Collins touches on a lot of interesting themes surrounding childhood, memory, and neglect. . I loved the small town vibes. From the general store to the diner to the ominous woods, I was here for all of it. I will say, the story was a bit predictable at times. But I still wanted to keep reading! . Overall, this was a solid psychological thriller about fear, memory, and trauma, and rife with spooky, small town vibes. . Rating: 4/5 (out Tuesday, Aug 4th!) . 💬 What was the last book that had you hooked from the beginning? . . . . #bookreview #bookreviews #reviewsneedlovetoo #ilovebooks #summerreading #summerreads #bookishlife #bookblogger #readeveryday #bookstagrammer #readmorebooks #pubday #bookishphotography #booksarelife #bookrelease #cozyvibes #girlswhoread #thrillerbooks
📚 JULY WRAP-UP . I’ve been on a hot streak wi 📚 JULY WRAP-UP . I’ve been on a hot streak with reading lately! I read 7 books again this month 🙌 . Here’s what I read + my ratings: . 5⭐️ -The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett -Before You Go by Tommy Butler . 4.5⭐️ -ACOTAR by Sarah J. Maas (I finally jumped on the bandwagon!) 🎧 -The Comeback by Ella Berman📱 . 4⭐️ -The Eighth Detective by Alex Pavesi -Recursion by Blake Crouch 🎧 . 3.5⭐️ -The First to Lie by Hank Phillippi Ryan . 💬 What was the best book you read this month? Was it a good reading month for you? . August will be a little busier for me, but I’m determined to keep this reading momentum going 📚☺️ . . . . . . . . #bookstack #booksonbooks #bookstagrammer #lovebooks #whatiread #alwaysreading #readeveryday #bookstagrammer #bookblogger #ilovebooks #lovereading #stackofbooks #onmyshelf #monthlywrapup #bookwrapup #bookishphoto #bookpics #bookstacks #bookspines #girlswhoread #summerreads #julyreads #summerbooks
⭐️ Book Review ⭐️ . (Thank you to @forgere ⭐️ Book Review ⭐️ . (Thank you to @forgereads for the gifted review copy!) . The First to Lie by Hank Phillippi Ryan follows a young investigative reporter, determined the bring down a big pharma company for purposefully lying to and harming patients. . This book was an entertaining cat-and-mouse thriller, filled with a cast of mysterious characters. I found myself questioning everyone’s motive, and constantly changing my mind about who was telling the truth. . The writing was very good. There were some parts that dragged a little, but for the most part, the story kept me engaged. It raised a lot of intriguing questions and kept me wanting to follow each twist and turn. . In the end, a couple of the twists didn’t quite ring true. For me, it made the ending feel somewhat unrealistic. . With that being said, I’m still glad I read this one! An enjoyable thriller to get lost in by the pool. . Rating: 3.5/5 . . . . . #bookreview #bookreviews #reviewsneedlovetoo #ilovebooks #summerreading #summerreads #bookishlife #bookblogger #readdaily #bookstagrammer #readmorebooks #pubday #bookishphotography #booksarelife #bookrelease #newbook #girlswhoread #thrillerbooks
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