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Book Feature: The Preserve by Ariel S. Winter [Blog Tour]

November 5, 2020 Taylor Leave a comment

Today, I’m sharing about a brand new book: The Preserve by Ariel S. Winter! It’s described as a unique mix…

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9 Bookish Things to Do at Home (When You Don’t Feel Like Reading)

June 16, 2020 Taylor Leave a comment

As much as I love to read, I’ll be the first to admit there are times when I just don’t…

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29 Awesome Bookish Shops You Should Know About

December 14, 2019 Taylor Leave a comment

One of the MANY perks of the Bookstagram community: discovering all the fabulous small bookish shops. There are so many creative artists & product designers…

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The Ultimate Amazon Gift Guide for Book Lovers

December 2, 2019 Taylor Leave a comment

While I often shop for bookish merch at small shops on Instagram & Etsy, Amazon can be a convenient place…

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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

  • The Lady Upstairs by Halley Sutton (Book Review)
  • Teen Killers Club by Lily Sparks (Book Review)
  • After All I’ve Done by Mina Hardy (Book Review)
  • Girls of Brackenhill by Kate Moretti (Book Review)
  • Book Feature: The Preserve by Ariel S. Winter [Blog Tour]
☕️🍪 Hot tea, pumpkin cookies with vanilla g ☕️🍪 Hot tea, pumpkin cookies with vanilla glaze, and my latest read! Oh so cozy 🥰 (Book gifted from @thedialpress @penguinrandomhouse ) PSA: Please stop what you’re doing and pick up this book ASAP. 👏 It’s full of loveable and flawed characters, and more than a few lough-out-loud moments. I loved the setting - such an interesting contrast between post-war England and the bright, exotic island of New Caledonia. Miss Benson’s Beetle is historical fiction, mystery, and adventure all rolled into one incredible story of friendship and self discovery. It’s the type of book I’m always in the mood for. It’s got the whole package: unique characters, adventure, intrigue, humor, a fabulous setting, and a heartwarming message. Such an enjoyable journey - highly recommended! Rating: 5⭐️ (out now!) 💬 How was your Thanksgiving?! What was your fave dish? I’m always partial to the sweet taters 🍠 but I won’t say no to pie, either! 🥧😋 This was the first time I’ve made the whole meal (mostly) on my own, and everything was edible. I call that a success! 🙌
📦 What was the last book you got in the mail? 📚 (Thank you to the tagged publishers for the gifted books!) It’s #bookmail time! These are the most recent additions to my shelves. I‘m so excited for all of these! (Also pumped about this cute lil’ tree I found in the Target clearance section 🙌🎄) FINLAY DONOVAN IS KILLING IT by Elle Cosimano 👉 Contemporary Mystery (out Feb 2, 2021) THE CHICKEN SISTERS by KJ Dell’Antonia 👉 Contemporary Fiction (out Dec 1) MIRRORLAND by Carole Johnstone 👉 Mystery/Thriller (out Apr 20, 2021) SORROW AND BLISS by Meg Mason 👉 General Fiction (out Feb 9, 2021) THE GIRLS ARE ALL SO NICE HERE by Laurie Elizabeth Flynn 👉 Mystery/Thriller (out Mar 9, 2021) GOOD NEIGHBORS by Sarah Langan 👉 Contemporary Fiction/Suspense (out Feb 2, 2021) TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE by Carola Lovering 👉 Mystery/Thriller (out Mar 2, 2021)
Hmm. I have thoughts. [Thank you @atriabooks for t Hmm. I have thoughts. [Thank you @atriabooks for the gifted copy] Sadly, this book didn’t work for me. I had high hopes in the beginning, but it quickly fell apart after that. It started off with a really cool concept - reminded me a bit of Westworld and a lot of Altered Carbon. I‘m always drawn to genre-bending stories. Unfortunately, the execution left something to be desired. For one, there wasn’t anything very unique about the characters. And the main character’s family in particular confused me. The wife (and sometimes the husband) were constantly annoyed with their young daughter. The wife is passionate about convincing others to procreate & continue the human race, but she can’t stand her own daughter? Odd. And the husband just seemed indifferent to them most of the time. Additionally, the sparse, hard-boiled prose was very readable at first, but it started to feel more jumbled as the story went on. The progression from one action or thought to the next was sometimes tough to follow, and the dialogue didn’t feel natural. In the end, I was hoping for more world-building, stronger characters, and a more intriguing mystery. But this is just my opinion - I know others have enjoyed it, so take this with a grain of salt! 💬 How’s your reading month going? Are you on track to read what you hoped in November?
🧶 I’ve seen this #booksandsweaters challenge 🧶 I’ve seen this #booksandsweaters challenge floating around and thought I’d join in! I don’t even know why I kept my sweaters, because I definitely don’t need them here in Texas 🥵😂 But I couldn’t bear to get rid of them! What are you reading today? I just started Miss Benson’s Beetle by Rachel Joyce, and I’m loving it so far 👏
🌴Another female-centric thriller 🤩 I’m lov 🌴Another female-centric thriller 🤩 I’m loving this trend this year! (Thank you @putnambooks for the gifted copy) . The Lady Upstairs follows Jo, a woman who’s employed by an agency that cons bad, rich men out of their money. But when a con goes wrong, Jo’s life begins to spiral out of control. . This story is described as ‘noir’, and I definitely felt those vibes. While it didn’t have as many twists as I’ve come to expect from some thrillers, I still really enjoyed this! The plot is interesting, but I’d say this thriller is more character-driven. The trio of Jo, Lou, and Jackal - and how they interacted with one another - was strange and intriguing. The setting was gorgeous and the writing was engrossing! . Read this if you love: -the show Hustlers -stories set in LA/Hollywood -They Never Learn by Layne Fargo -feminist vigilante stories . Rating: 4⭐️ (out now!) . 💬 What are you up to this weekend? We just dragged out our Christmas tree and plan to decorate!🎄
📖 Talk about a binge-worthy read! (Thanks @croo 📖 Talk about a binge-worthy read! (Thanks @crookedlanebooks for the gifted book 🙌) Teen Killers Club has one of the most unique thriller premises I’ve seen in a while. It’s a combination of murder mystery and assassin training thriller, with a summer camp setting (um, yes please 👏). This is a story for all of us who have ever felt like they didn’t fit in. I love the ‘found family’ trope, and this story delivered. But in this case, it’s a little different: this band of misfits are a bunch of ‘Class A’ teens, deemed dangerous and criminally manipulative. This adds to the tension – who can Signal trust? Can she even trust herself? 😱 The dialogue is hilarious – Erik’s especially – and the summer camp setting is nostalgic and fun. And I loved that there were lots of mysteries all tied into one story. Of course, there’s a lot of dark humor (what with the assassin/murder-y premise), so be prepared for that! It did bother me a little how much Signal depended on others instead of herself. And sure, this isn’t the most realistic premise ever. But that’s part of why fiction can be so much fun. Overall, this is a highly entertaining and engaging story! Rating: 4⭐️ (out now!) 💬 What are you reading right now? What do you think you’ll rate it so far? . . . . . #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #readreadread #readthisbook #ilovebooks #yathriller #readmorebooks #booksarecool #reader #hardcover #hardcoverbooks #bookish #prettybooks #girlswhoread #coverlove #goodreads #bookstoread #bookcart #whattoread #thrillerbooks #thrillerreads #yabooks #youngadultbooks #booktour
🍁 Pumpkin EVERYTHING 🙌 Enjoyed some homemade 🍁 Pumpkin EVERYTHING 🙌 Enjoyed some homemade pumpkin pie oatmeal this morning while reading Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell. Such a fun autumn-inspired YA graphic novel, set at a pumpkin patch (complete with a corn maze, s’mores pit, pie stall & hay ride)! 💬 Do you have any graphic novels on your TBR? If not, have you read any great YA books lately? . . . . . #pumpkineverything #autumnvibes🍁 #pumpkinseason #booksandcoffee #coffeeandbooks #booksandbeans #graphicnovels #rainbowrowell #yabooks #pumpkinheads #pumpkinlove #fallmornings #readersofinstagram #readersgonnaread #bookcover #youngadultbooks #booknerd #readingspot #fallreads #autumnreads
Confession: I have an obsession with Goodreads. I Confession: I have an obsession with Goodreads. I can’t stop making book lists 😂 Here are some of my favorite books that have been nominated for the 2020 Goodreads Choice Awards! Swipe for some nominees I haven’t read yet but want to ASAP. 🤗 See any that you loved too (or that you want to read)?? This is also my #thankfullybooks stack challenge entry, hosted by the fabulous @sand_between_pages ! I am so grateful for books (especially this year!) 📚
🖋 Who’s your favorite author? Neil Gaiman has 🖋 Who’s your favorite author? Neil Gaiman has always been a favorite of mine. His stories sparkle with creativity ✨ Thanks @williammorrowbooks for sending me this collection of some of his most beloved stories, chosen by his readers! I’ve read some of these stories already, and they’re wonderful. Exactly what I’ve come to expect from Gaiman’s work: whimsical, engaging, and often with a surprising bite. I’m looking forward to savoring these stories. I think I’ll read one each day with my morning coffee ☕️☺️ Have you read anything by Neil Gaiman? If not, you totally should! Here are some of my favorite novels/collections of his: -The Ocean at the End of the Lane -American Gods -Coraline -Trigger Warning -The Graveyard Book Wishing you a lovely Saturday 🖤 #neilgaimanreader @neilgaimanreader @neilhimself
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