Has your current favorite genre ALWAYS been your f Has your current favorite genre ALWAYS been your favorite genre? πŸ’«
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A friend asked me the other day how I found myself enjoying fantasy and I told her that it started when I read THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA with my family at 6 years old 🦁 It was a popular genre on the bookshelves in our home, so it came as no surprise that a few years later I was picking up THE HOBBIT and THE LORD OF THE RINGS πŸ’ I never really knew life without fantasy novels and I'm really grateful for the fact that my parents always encouraged my desire to read as many books from as many different genres as I could get my hands on πŸ“š
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What are your ultimate ESCAPE reads? 🌌
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One of the reasons I love fantasy so much is because it is the furthest thing from reality! πŸ‰ Since reading IS my escape, I appreciate books that take me somewhere else entirely - another world, another dimension, somewhere magical πŸ’«
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Some of my favorite escape reads are:
♠️ CARAVAL - Remember, it's only a game... or is it? 
✨ THE STARLESS SEA - Follow the clues: a bee, a key, and a sword.
πŸ— THE TEN THOUSAND DOORS OF JANUARY - Secret doors written into existence. 
πŸ¦‹ STRANGE THE DREAMER - A moth, light upon the brow, can transport you into the dream.
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Honestly, just typing out these titles gave me a little shiver of delight because I just love them all so much! πŸ₯Ί Have you read any of them? πŸ“š 
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Who are your favorite "cinnamon roll boys" (otherw Who are your favorite "cinnamon roll boys" (otherwise known as "soft boys") from the books you've read? πŸ₯°
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I'm not at all a fan of the real "bad boy" in the stories I read, though I don't mind a tougher exterior with a kind heart 🀎 I've always preferred sweeties, so my favorite "cinnamon roll boys" are: 
πŸ¦‹ Seth from WICKED LOVELY
🌳 Owen from INTO THE HEARTLESS WOOD
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πŸ›³ Patrick from THE LUCKY ESCAPE
πŸ’ƒπŸ½ Xavier from INSTRUCTIONS FOR DANCING
⭐️ Augustus from THE FAULT IN OUR STARS
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What was the last book you read based on a booksta What was the last book you read based on a bookstagram recommendation? πŸ’¬
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A lot of the titles I've picked up in the last year have been influenced by bookstagram πŸ“± I feel like I'm adding a new book to my Goodreads TBR on a daily basis, thanks to all of you! πŸ™ˆ A few months back, I read These Violent Delights, and while it definitely made me squirm (I don't do well with... some of the topics [redacted because of spoilers haha] πŸ₯΄), it was fun to notice what others enjoyed about it as I read! πŸ“–
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The audiobook I finished today was a booksta pick: The Ten Thousand Doors of January - and I enjoyed it thoroughly 🎧 It reminded me so much of The Starless Sea ✨ Have you read any of the books I mentioned? πŸ“– 
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Do you enjoy reading classic literature? 🀎
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I'll admit, I've never been the *biggest* fan of classics πŸ™ˆ I feel as though that's an abomination for a bookworm, but it's just the truth 🀭 My exceptions are anything by Louisa May Alcott (specifically Jo's Boys), The Chronicles of Narnia, and Anne of Green Gables πŸ“š I think I enjoy these because they're nostalgic for me - they're the books I grew up with πŸ’πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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I found this stunning, vintage copy of the first three Anne volumes in one at Goodwill for $3 and snatched it up right away 😍 I love the worn look to it and the way it smells πŸ‘ƒπŸΌ
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Have you read any of the novels I mentioned? πŸ“– [Photograph taken prior to Luna's procedure] 
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Do you have any rereads planned for this year? πŸ“š
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I found myself stating, "I need to read that again," on a regular basis, so I put together a list of some of the books and series I'd like to revisit in 2021 πŸ“ Now I really can't wait to dive into some old favorites and even different formats of recent reads πŸ“–
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RENEGADES is one of the first ones I added to my list because I flew through this trilogy in a week last year and I'd like to take my time with it when I reread so I can really indulge in the incredible story πŸ¦ΈπŸ»β€β™€οΈ I also added THE LUNAR CHRONICLES (on a Marissa Meyer kick, clearly) as well as some of my comfort reads from high school like PAPER TOWNS and DELIRIUM 😱
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Have you read any of the books I mentioned? 🀳🏻 
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Do you write down book quotes as you read them? πŸ“
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I don't like to mark my books in any way, but I do want to remember the quotes that impact me as I read ✍🏼 I'll update my Goodreads progress, jot down a note in my phone, or sometimes I'll even take photos of the book and "highlight" the photo πŸ˜‚
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One of my recent favorite quotes was this:
"Do you know how you live three hundred years? she says.
And when he asks how, she smiles. "The same way you live one. A second at a time." - The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue (aka quite possibly the most quotable book I've ever read) πŸ’«
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What are some favorite quotes from your recent reads? πŸ—― 
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Are there any books you've read that made you want Are there any books you've read that made you want to pick up a new (or old) hobby? πŸ’ƒπŸ»
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When I read Instructions for Dancing, it made me miss ballroom dancing, which is something I did for 3 years in high school! πŸ‘  I haven't danced like that in so long, but reading this inspired me to begin practicing some again (even if it's in my room, by myself πŸ˜‚)
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I absolutely loved every minute of what was yet another masterpiece by one of my forever favorite authors, @nicolayoon 🀍 So thankful that I was able to read the ARC via @netgalley and I've already pre-ordered the physical copy to read again when it comes out in June! 🌸
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Have you read anything by Nicola Yoon (like Everything, Everything or The Sun Is Also a Star)? πŸ“š 
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Personally, I think that trilogies are the exact perfect length for a series (not too long, but not too short) πŸ™ˆ Maybe that's why some of my favorite books are part of trilogies! πŸ€” I was thinking about this so much that I actually wrote a full blog post about it last week and I'm now on the hunt to find more trilogies to add to my ever-growing list πŸ“
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Some of my forever favorites are:
πŸ’Œ TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE
πŸ¦ΈπŸ»β€β™€οΈ RENEGADES
πŸŽͺ CARAVAL
πŸ–€ A DARKER SHADE OF MAGIC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ CRAZY RICH ASIANS
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Fashion, Self Care · May 21, 2018

5 Tips To Make Today A Happy Day


5 Tips To Make Today A Happy Day

TGIM – “Thank God It’s Monday!”

Bet you haven’t heard that one very many times! I don’t know about you, but it seems to me that there’s a massive push to hate on Mondays. Like, sure – they’re the beginning of the work week, but does that mean that we need to absolutely loathe them? Why can’t we find a way to make each and every day its own version of spectacular? Celebrate these Mondays like they’re a Friday night, gosh dangit.

In Richmond, it feels like the rain is never going to end. Albeit, I’m writing this post on a relatively sunny day, but it’s the first one we’ve had in actual weeks – and I’ve been starting to feel as blue as the skyΒ isn’t. On top of all that bummy weather, my fiancΓ© started a new job (hurray!) but it means that I don’t get to see him nearly as often (BOO!), and the stress of the wedding being just a mere 6 months away is definitely beginning to get to me! So let’s be honest here – these aren’t massive crises, but they’re my own little troubles that make it a bit harder to cheer each day when my alarm goes off.

To combat the anxiety I’ve been experiencing, I found a few “solutions” – however temporary – that help me get through each day, so I wanted to share them with you, in case you’re facing your own challenges right now (or for when you inevitably happen upon them).

Outfit Details // top c/o Chicwish | pants | similar shoes | similar bag | earrings

Photos by Lindsey of Seamless Sea

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Start each morning with a good stretch or work-out.

I’m beginning my fourth week of BBG (bikini body guide – and no, I’m not working towards a bikini body, but rather a happier and healthier Steph), and I’m already feeling so much better. Getting a good sweat sesh in right off the bat helps me push away the sleepiness and force my “aggression” into something positive for my own body. Sure, I’m sore the rest of the week, but I know my muscles and joints are thankful for the movement and strength training!

Write it down.

I keep a prayer journal by my bed, and every time I feel like my heart is heavy (or happy), I pick it up and write down my thoughts. Sometimes these come in the form of prayers, and sometimes I’m just documenting where my mind is at during the day. It’s helpful to get itΒ out instead of keeping it bottled up inside. If I do that for too long, I end up exploding at the worst moment – like on a date night with B, or while I’m trying to spend some quality time with my mom … not ideal.

Text (or call) a friend you haven’t talked with in a while.

Letting someone else know that you’re thinking about them can be the most meaningful thing in the world. Imagine how good it feels when you get a text like, “hey, I heard this song the other day and it reminded me of that time when ….” It feels phenomenal. So start that conversation with someone else. You never know how it might turn your day around – or focus your attention on caring for their needs rather than your own!

But it’s okay, and important, to care for yourself as well – so pamper away!

Fill up a bubble bath, pour a glass of wine, and soak til your fingers wrinkle and you’re ready to fall asleep in the tub. My key ingredient? Smooth jazz music. Spotify has a trillion fantastic jazz playlists, and I especially love the “coffee table jazz” for when I’m getting all sudsed up. With each note, I can feel my worries drift into the water surrounding me. I also love to enjoy a good book, and escape to a world far away from my own for a bit.

Meditate

I took a poll on Twitter the other day, asking how many people use – or have even heard of – the app calledΒ Headspace. Β I was shocked at how many people were clueless about it! This app is literally my holy grail on a bad day … or really, any day! There are countless meditation sessions you can enjoy if you get a subscription. I never knew how helpful it would be for me, but now I find myself deep-breathing and practicing the styles of meditation even when the app isn’t running. If I’m overworking myself in the middle of the day and need a break, I use the “focus” session. If I wake up feeling anxious, I use the “anxiety” or “stress” sessions. No matter what the day holds, I always fall asleep using the “sleep” mini session – and I’ve never had such peaceful sleep in my entire life!

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What are your key ingredients for a happy day? I think French macarons and mocha lattes can cure just about anything as well!

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5 Tips To Make Today A Happy Day

Photos by Lindsey of Seamless Sea

Outfit Details // top c/o Chicwish | pants | similar shoes | similar bag | earrings


In: Fashion, Self Care · Tagged: anxiety, anxiety relief, bakery, better days, black and white, Chicwish, French cafe, French macaron, H&M, happy, macaron, mood booster, rainy day, RVA, stress, Sugarfix, Whisk

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  1. Carolyn says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    These are all great tips! I agree- Mondays don’t have to suck! It all starts in the mind with the right perspective!

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  2. Carolyn says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    These are all great tips! I agree- Mondays don’t have to suck! It all starts in the mind with the right perspective!

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  3. Jessica says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    I start my day with coffee. That makes me happy!
    xo Jessica
    http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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  4. Donna says

    May 21, 2018 at 6:16 AM

    That blouse is so darling! Steph, your photos are looking better than ever!

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  5. Anna English says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    Mondays are the worst! This was a great way to start the day!

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  6. Tanvi Rastogi says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    Such a cute photoshoot. Love the look and your tips πŸ™‚

    ❥ tanvii.com

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  7. Carolyn says

    May 21, 2018 at 9:51 AM

    These are all great tips! I agree- Mondays don’t have to suck! It all starts in the mind with the right perspective!

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  8. Jessica says

    May 21, 2018 at 9:52 AM

    I start my day with coffee. That makes me happy!
    xo Jessica
    http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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  9. Anna English says

    May 21, 2018 at 11:13 AM

    Mondays are the worst! This was a great way to start the day!

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  10. Tanvi Rastogi says

    May 21, 2018 at 1:01 PM

    Such a cute photoshoot. Love the look and your tips πŸ™‚

    β₯ tanvii.com

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  11. Oh to Be a Muse says

    May 21, 2018 at 3:14 PM

    I start every weekday with a workout and I’m always glad that I do. Then I get some caffeine in me, lol. Totally makes me happy.

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  12. Lauren says

    May 21, 2018 at 3:36 PM

    Love your tips! I agree with the workout – although I do mine in the afternoon! We have to make Mondays a little bit better!
    xx
    Lauren

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  13. sarah lindner says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    Great words of advice! The photos were so nice, that sandwich looked so tasty!
    Xoxo
    Sarah Lindner
    http://www.TheHouseOfSequins.com

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  14. Ashley DTKAustin says

    May 21, 2018 at 9:10 PM

    SO many great tips! I absolutely loved this post! I definitely need to get into a workout routine again… That’s a struggle! ha!

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  15. sarah lindner says

    May 21, 2018 at 9:43 PM

    Great words of advice! The photos were so nice, that sandwich looked so tasty!
    Xoxo
    Sarah Lindner
    http://www.TheHouseOfSequins.com

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  16. Megan says

    May 22, 2018 at 12:49 AM

    You are such a happy, positive person! Love these tips for a happy day.

    Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com

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  17. Kenzi || Life of a Sister says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    These are great tips to a happy day! I love the idea of HeadSpace! A favorite podcast of mine talk about this and I’ve heard so many great things!

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  18. Celeste Godoy says

    May 22, 2018 at 3:15 AM

    Love that beautiful top and OMG that big macaron looks so good!! I’ve also been trying journaling every other morning and dedicating a part of my weekend to self-care and it’s helped tremendously with my anxiety and stress!

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  19. Taylor Mobley says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    These are amazing tips! What a darling bakery!

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  20. Kenzi || Life of a Sister says

    May 22, 2018 at 7:08 AM

    These are great tips to a happy day! I love the idea of HeadSpace! A favorite podcast of mine talk about this and I’ve heard so many great things!

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  21. Morgan says

    May 22, 2018 at 8:59 AM

    How cute is this bakery?! I think if I started my day there, it would definitely be a happy day! πŸ™‚

    -Morgan
    How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

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  22. Helen says

    May 22, 2018 at 9:55 AM

    These are such amazing tips! The pictures you post are also beautiful! Thanks for sharing this to us.

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  23. Taylor Mobley says

    May 22, 2018 at 10:04 AM

    These are amazing tips! What a darling bakery!

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  24. Deborah says

    May 22, 2018 at 10:29 AM

    Great tips! I always start off my days exercising by either going for a run or going to yoga first thing in the morning! It really puts a spring in my step on days I work out!

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  25. Denise Kokinis says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    I just started meditating at night, but I need to think about getting a stretch in somehow! Such good ideas, definitely bookmarking this for the future!

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

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  26. adriana says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    I just love this! Sometimes you just need this little reminder!!

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  27. Kelsey says

    May 22, 2018 at 7:18 PM

    I always feel better after I workout in the morning! It’s sometimes hard to get out there, but it’ always worth it! xo

    Reply
  28. Denise Kokinis says

    May 22, 2018 at 8:24 PM

    I just started meditating at night, but I need to think about getting a stretch in somehow! Such good ideas, definitely bookmarking this for the future!

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

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  29. Whitney says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    These are great tips! TGIM is def a new one to try πŸ™‚

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  30. adriana says

    May 22, 2018 at 10:54 PM

    I just love this! Sometimes you just need this little reminder!!

    Reply
  31. Whitney says

    May 23, 2018 at 2:01 AM

    These are great tips! TGIM is def a new one to try πŸ™‚

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  32. Lavenda Memory says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    Your content is always so sweet and uplifting! Great post and content babe.

    Reply
  33. Lavenda Memory says

    May 24, 2018 at 2:45 PM

    Your content is always so sweet and uplifting! Great post and content babe.

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  34. Nailil says

    May 24, 2018 at 11:12 PM

    These are all really great tips. Cute outfit.

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  35. Kristina says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:33 AM

    This bakery is the cutest!!

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  36. Kristina says

    May 25, 2018 at 8:33 AM

    This bakery is the cutest!!

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  37. Nicole says

    May 28, 2018 at 9:20 AM

    I have never heard of that app called headspace either, but I’m about to download that right now! My stress levels are crazy high right now with work and four kids. Thanks for the tips

    Reply
  38. Deddeh says

    May 30, 2018 at 11:10 AM

    All these amazing tips, I love them. I’m that girl that starts my morning with a great workout. Thanks for sharing beautiful.

    Reply
  39. Ruthie Ridley says

    May 31, 2018 at 4:09 PM

    Some prayer, pampering and a text to a friend always does my soul good!!

    Reply
  40. Nicole says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    I have never heard of that app called headspace either, but I’m about to download that right now! My stress levels are crazy high right now with work and four kids. Thanks for the tips

    Reply
  41. Ruthie Ridley says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    Some prayer, pampering and a text to a friend always does my soul good!!

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Which books do you think have the prettiest spines Which books do you think have the prettiest spines? πŸ“–
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The hardback version of THE INVISIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE has a gorgeous spine with and without the dust jacket 🀩 I remember practically drooling when I finally saw it in person πŸ™ˆ 
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In the future, I'd like to collect some special editions because I know they often have the most stunning spines, jackets, pages, etc. πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Do you have any special editions? 🀎 
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Has your current favorite genre ALWAYS been your f Has your current favorite genre ALWAYS been your favorite genre? πŸ’«
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A friend asked me the other day how I found myself enjoying fantasy and I told her that it started when I read THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA with my family at 6 years old 🦁 It was a popular genre on the bookshelves in our home, so it came as no surprise that a few years later I was picking up THE HOBBIT and THE LORD OF THE RINGS πŸ’ I never really knew life without fantasy novels and I'm really grateful for the fact that my parents always encouraged my desire to read as many books from as many different genres as I could get my hands on πŸ“š
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What are your ultimate ESCAPE reads? 🌌
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One of the reasons I love fantasy so much is because it is the furthest thing from reality! πŸ‰ Since reading IS my escape, I appreciate books that take me somewhere else entirely - another world, another dimension, somewhere magical πŸ’«
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Some of my favorite escape reads are:
♠️ CARAVAL - Remember, it's only a game... or is it? 
✨ THE STARLESS SEA - Follow the clues: a bee, a key, and a sword.
πŸ— THE TEN THOUSAND DOORS OF JANUARY - Secret doors written into existence. 
πŸ¦‹ STRANGE THE DREAMER - A moth, light upon the brow, can transport you into the dream.
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Honestly, just typing out these titles gave me a little shiver of delight because I just love them all so much! πŸ₯Ί Have you read any of them? πŸ“š 
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Who are your favorite "cinnamon roll boys" (otherw Who are your favorite "cinnamon roll boys" (otherwise known as "soft boys") from the books you've read? πŸ₯°
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I'm not at all a fan of the real "bad boy" in the stories I read, though I don't mind a tougher exterior with a kind heart 🀎 I've always preferred sweeties, so my favorite "cinnamon roll boys" are: 
πŸ¦‹ Seth from WICKED LOVELY
🌳 Owen from INTO THE HEARTLESS WOOD
β›± Alex from PEOPLE WE MEET ON VACATION
πŸ›³ Patrick from THE LUCKY ESCAPE
πŸ’ƒπŸ½ Xavier from INSTRUCTIONS FOR DANCING
⭐️ Augustus from THE FAULT IN OUR STARS
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I'm also pretty sure that if the guy on my bookmark from @theseasonalpages was a book character, I'd love him too πŸ™ˆ He's bookish and wears nice sweaters, so that's a yes from me πŸ˜‰ Pick up the Malcolm bookmark with my code ESPRESSO10 to have this cinnamon roll boy reading companion with you at all times πŸ”– 
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What was the last book you read based on a booksta What was the last book you read based on a bookstagram recommendation? πŸ’¬
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A lot of the titles I've picked up in the last year have been influenced by bookstagram πŸ“± I feel like I'm adding a new book to my Goodreads TBR on a daily basis, thanks to all of you! πŸ™ˆ A few months back, I read These Violent Delights, and while it definitely made me squirm (I don't do well with... some of the topics [redacted because of spoilers haha] πŸ₯΄), it was fun to notice what others enjoyed about it as I read! πŸ“–
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The audiobook I finished today was a booksta pick: The Ten Thousand Doors of January - and I enjoyed it thoroughly 🎧 It reminded me so much of The Starless Sea ✨ Have you read any of the books I mentioned? πŸ“– 
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Do you enjoy reading classic literature? 🀎
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I'll admit, I've never been the *biggest* fan of classics πŸ™ˆ I feel as though that's an abomination for a bookworm, but it's just the truth 🀭 My exceptions are anything by Louisa May Alcott (specifically Jo's Boys), The Chronicles of Narnia, and Anne of Green Gables πŸ“š I think I enjoy these because they're nostalgic for me - they're the books I grew up with πŸ’πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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I found this stunning, vintage copy of the first three Anne volumes in one at Goodwill for $3 and snatched it up right away 😍 I love the worn look to it and the way it smells πŸ‘ƒπŸΌ
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Have you read any of the novels I mentioned? πŸ“– [Photograph taken prior to Luna's procedure] 
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Do you have any rereads planned for this year? πŸ“š
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I found myself stating, "I need to read that again," on a regular basis, so I put together a list of some of the books and series I'd like to revisit in 2021 πŸ“ Now I really can't wait to dive into some old favorites and even different formats of recent reads πŸ“–
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RENEGADES is one of the first ones I added to my list because I flew through this trilogy in a week last year and I'd like to take my time with it when I reread so I can really indulge in the incredible story πŸ¦ΈπŸ»β€β™€οΈ I also added THE LUNAR CHRONICLES (on a Marissa Meyer kick, clearly) as well as some of my comfort reads from high school like PAPER TOWNS and DELIRIUM 😱
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Have you read any of the books I mentioned? 🀳🏻 
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Do you write down book quotes as you read them? πŸ“
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I don't like to mark my books in any way, but I do want to remember the quotes that impact me as I read ✍🏼 I'll update my Goodreads progress, jot down a note in my phone, or sometimes I'll even take photos of the book and "highlight" the photo πŸ˜‚
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One of my recent favorite quotes was this:
"Do you know how you live three hundred years? she says.
And when he asks how, she smiles. "The same way you live one. A second at a time." - The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue (aka quite possibly the most quotable book I've ever read) πŸ’«
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What are some favorite quotes from your recent reads? πŸ—― 
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Are there any books you've read that made you want Are there any books you've read that made you want to pick up a new (or old) hobby? πŸ’ƒπŸ»
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When I read Instructions for Dancing, it made me miss ballroom dancing, which is something I did for 3 years in high school! πŸ‘  I haven't danced like that in so long, but reading this inspired me to begin practicing some again (even if it's in my room, by myself πŸ˜‚)
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I absolutely loved every minute of what was yet another masterpiece by one of my forever favorite authors, @nicolayoon 🀍 So thankful that I was able to read the ARC via @netgalley and I've already pre-ordered the physical copy to read again when it comes out in June! 🌸
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Have you read anything by Nicola Yoon (like Everything, Everything or The Sun Is Also a Star)? πŸ“š 
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Tell me about some of your favorite TRILOGIES πŸ“š Tell me about some of your favorite TRILOGIES πŸ“š
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Personally, I think that trilogies are the exact perfect length for a series (not too long, but not too short) πŸ™ˆ Maybe that's why some of my favorite books are part of trilogies! πŸ€” I was thinking about this so much that I actually wrote a full blog post about it last week and I'm now on the hunt to find more trilogies to add to my ever-growing list πŸ“
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Some of my forever favorites are:
πŸ’Œ TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE
πŸ¦ΈπŸ»β€β™€οΈ RENEGADES
πŸŽͺ CARAVAL
πŸ–€ A DARKER SHADE OF MAGIC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ CRAZY RICH ASIANS
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Have you read any of these? πŸ“– 
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