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Long story short, I joined bookstagram in 2020 because I love books and I love talking about books, but I never had a space to do that πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ After years of fashion blogging and feeling out of place because of my interests, I wound up on this side of IG and realized that it felt like home 🀎
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I schemed up a name (something to do with coffee and books that didn't have the words "coffee" or "books" in it), took a few photos, created a profile, and went to town πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It wasn't long before I completely FELL IN LOVE with the supportive community, safe space to find new books and talk about the ones I love, and really cultivate my photography skills (which had been lying dormant for far too long) πŸ™ˆ
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour β˜•οΈ), reviewed incredible books, launched my own line of merch, and made tons of new friends 🫢🏼 When I begin to feel down about the numbers or the lack of inspiration, I remind myself of why I started in the first place and I find myself falling in love all over again πŸ₯Ή
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Thank you for being part of my bookstagram journey πŸ“š
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Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author and which book made you fall in love with their work πŸ“š
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A couple months back, I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of The Wonderland Trials by @saraellawrites... and I immediately fell head over heels in love 😍 Needless to say, I instantly added her entire backlist to my TBR πŸ™ˆ
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) πŸ˜• It seems like each time I pick one up, I'm either completely uninterested in the story or it just falls flat - but The Wonderland Trials absolutely blew me away! 🀯 If you're looking for something that really stands out amongst the rest, you certainly need to pick this one up! 🫢🏼
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Have you read any great Alice in Wonderland reimaginings? πŸ‡ 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Have you read any of these? πŸ“š 
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 β €β €β € Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌
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I'm officially considering this Shadow and Bone week, between celebrating the 10th anniversary of the book and finding out about Ben narrating the Demon in the Wood audiobook! πŸ₯‚ 
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Also, catch me counting down the days until when I get to see my babies on-screen again (can we get a season 2 premiere date, please?) πŸ“Ί
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To answer my own question, Genya is my very favorite Shadow and Bone character 🀍 In fact, I have plans for a Genya tattoo in the near future πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Are you as excited for the audiobook and season 2 of the show as I am? 🀩 
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Do you have a favorite book dedication? ✍🏼
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me πŸ‘€ Sometimes a dedication sets the mood for the book and that's something I really love! 🀎
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A few that have blown my mind recently are:
πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
πŸ›« EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
πŸ₯˜ WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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Have you read any of these magnificent books? πŸ“š 
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Is there a book you've read this year that is unli Is there a book you've read this year that is unlike anything else you've ever read? πŸ“–
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When I read THE ATLAS SIX in April, I was blown away by how unique it was! 🀯 I have never in my life read another book like it and that's part of why it got 5 stars from me ⭐️ Sure, it started at a slower pace but the further the story progressed, the more fascinating it was (and the pacing at the beginning made far more sense because it led to absolute BRILLIANCE) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I don't read much dark academia, so recommend some titles to me (THAT AREN'T AS WELL KNOWN) that you've enjoyed! πŸ›
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Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vib Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vibes✨?
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I definitely do! 🫢🏼 In the past few years, I've read more and more books like this and they always leave me feeling utterly fascinated (and maybe a little confused?) πŸ€” I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun πŸ™ˆ
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
πŸͺΆ The Raven Cycle
πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
πŸ§™πŸ»β€β™€οΈ The Once and Future Witches
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Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ β €β € Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ
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I definitely do! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside πŸ–€ It made the story feel more alive and helped me understand the way the character's mind worked 🧠
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There was a similar feeling when I first read THE ATLAS SIX and saw the character art 🎨 It gave the cast so much more depth and it made me wish that more books included pieces like this πŸ“–
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✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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Leave me a string of emojis that describe your cur Leave me a string of emojis that describe your current read (or title) and I'll try to guess it πŸ™ƒ
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Here are mine:
Book 1: πŸ‘‘πŸ¦΄πŸ©ΈπŸŽ
Book 2: πŸ“–πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨πŸ»πŸš€πŸ’«
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Okay, maybe those were awful emoji descriptions, but it sure was fun to try and get creative with them πŸ˜‚ And in case you were curious, my books are For the Throne (arc) and Bookish and the Beast πŸ™ˆ
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Blogging · July 8, 2019

Let’s Talk About Affiliate Links

Affiliate links. They can help make or break a blogger. But do you know what you can do to help? It’s amazing what one little click can do!

Despite the number of times I’ve brought up LiketoKnow.it, affiliate links, and how the whole process works on my Instagram stories and captions, I am still finding more and more people who aren’t aware of how they function or how using them can benefit bloggers.

I get the confusion!

“How does screenshotting a photo make it magically appear in another app with shoppable links?“

“Does using affiliate links mean I’m spending more money?“

“Isn’t it a ton more work on my end to use your link?“

There are so many questions that I’ve been asked, but I also have some answers that may help you out!

Affiliate links areΒ easy to use,Β free, andΒ beneficial!

First of all, let me explainΒ what an affiliate link is.

An affiliate link is a unique URL created through an affiliate program (I use RewardStyle) that records the traffic sent to a retailer’s website. It often includes a “code” at the end of the link that is unique to the user (A.K.A. me). This way, when that link is used, I make a small amount of commission through that retailer and the affiliate program’s partnership. The percentage of commission is different for each website, and can even vary on the same item across several retailers. What you need to know is that none of this “extra money” is coming from your wallet. Think of it as the affiliate program paying me for participating and making sales on their behalf.

How do you use these links?

Well, I’ve made it pretty simple for you to shop through my affiliate links. TheΒ shop tab on my blog includes a list of popular retailers (like Old Navy, Target, Nordstrom, and more). All you have to do is click on one of those links, and shop to your heart’s content. As long as you make your purchase within the same “visit” to the site, I’ll make commission. However, if you click on a different link to the same website (say, on another blog), open a promotional email, or even wait for a couple of days and then come back to your cart, the cookies may be erased, and no commission will be made.

What’s the benefit?

Shocking as it may seem, bloggers can really succeed in their business strictly through their readers utilizing affiliate links. In a similar fashion, some affiliate programs reward bloggers with campaigns and opportunities that they wouldn’t come by if no one used their unique links. Now, that’s just some of the benefit for the blogger – what about the benefit forΒ you? When you click on a link and make a purchase, I know that there’s interest in that item – I see it in the sales results on the affiliate program website (don’t worry, it doesn’t show your name or any of your personal information, just that someone used that link to make a purchase). When that’s the case, I can then determine what I should be talking more about on this blog, or what articles are best serving my readers. It even dictates what I purchase for myself, so that I can share more of whatΒ you like!

So what is LiketoKnow.it?

You’ve probably seen this name on Instagram a million times over. Maybe you’re even sick of hearing about it, but let me tell you, it’s an incredibly useful app to have on hand. If you enjoy mobile shopping, ease, and lightening-fast access to information, this app is for you. It was created byΒ RewardStyle (remember, that’s the affiliate program I use) so that you can screenshot a photo on Instagram, and instantly receive the product details within the app. You can also follow your favorite bloggers and content creators on the app, and there’sΒ no algorithm, making it incredibly easy to see all the photos and shop right there.Β *Helpful tip, if you click on a product in-app and it opens the retailer’s app (such as the Target app or the Amazon app), make sure to be considerate of the blogger and use a web browser instead. We can’t make any commission through retailer apps right now.

Will these links work if I click-through on a particular item but in the end, I buy a different one?

Yep! If you click on a couch fromΒ West Elm but you purchase a set of pillows and some placemats instead, I’ll still make the commission.

Will you still make commission if I return the item?

Unfortunately, no. But that’s okay! I never want you to feel like you have to keep something around, just because I might make $0.80 off of it. This isn’t a pushy saleswoman situation. You purchase what makes you the happiest – and if you use my links, just know I’m sending you a serious THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.


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Now that you’ve learned a little more about affiliate links, do you have any questions for me about them? Let’s start a conversation in the comment section!

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Comments

  1. Rachel says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    Love this breakdown of affiliate links, Stephanie! As a blogger, affiliate links are part of the job but for people who don’t blog they can be SO confusing!

    Rachel
    http://www.hello-her.com

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  2. rebecca says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:39 PM

    SUCH a great idea for a post — we need to do this lol, because it is so true!!!
    xx reb

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  3. Jordyn says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    This is a great post and so helpful for your readers. As a blogger I know what affiliate links are and understand how they work so I sometimes forget that non-bloggers don’t.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:14 PM

      Exactly. I feel like in order for my readers to even WANT to utilize my links, they gotta know how they work first! This way the education is out there for anyone who wants or needs it!

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  4. Anna English says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    This is such an informative post, you did a great job breaking it down!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:14 PM

      Thanks so much for the encouragement. I hope it can be helpful for bloggers and readers alike!

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  5. Tabitha Bradley-Raines says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    I finally feel like someone explained affiliate links. How does one find affiliate programs that will take them though? Especially if they are a very small blog?

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  6. Tanvi Rastogi says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    Great post. Well explained. I use these links minimally but they are needed by most bloggers.

    ❥ tanvii.com

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  7. Rachel says

    July 8, 2019 at 10:24 AM

    Love this breakdown of affiliate links, Stephanie! As a blogger, affiliate links are part of the job but for people who don’t blog they can be SO confusing!

    Rachel
    http://www.hello-her.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:48 PM

      Exactly! And I want to erase the “stigma” of sorts that bloggers just want to steal your money or they’re money-hungry haha. These links help us survive in the blogging world, and can even bring more opportunities our way!

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  8. rebecca says

    July 8, 2019 at 10:54 AM

    SUCH a great idea for a post — we need to do this lol, because it is so true!!!
    xx reb

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:47 PM

      I find that the more I educate my readers, the more they trust me. And I definitely want them to trust me, because in the end, I’m here for them anyways!

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  9. Caitlin says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    This is such a helpful breakdown of affiliate links! I feel like affiliate links can be a bit confusing at times, but it so helps to be transparent about it. I have explained something similar before on IG stories, but hadn’t thought to do a blog post about it-such a good idea!
    Caitlin
    http://www.lemonadepressblog.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      Yeah! I’ve done so many stories, but I feel like so much of my audience misses those or passes through them, thinking they’re unnecessary. This way I have all the answers in one spot if anyone ever asks again!

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  10. Jordyn says

    July 8, 2019 at 12:34 PM

    This is a great post and so helpful for your readers. As a blogger I know what affiliate links are and understand how they work so I sometimes forget that non-bloggers don’t.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:46 PM

      Exactly. I feel like in order for my readers to even WANT to utilize my links, they gotta know how they work first! This way the education is out there for anyone who wants or needs it!

      Reply
  11. Anna English says

    July 8, 2019 at 12:38 PM

    This is such an informative post, you did a great job breaking it down!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:46 PM

      Thanks so much for the encouragement. I hope it can be helpful for bloggers and readers alike!

      Reply
  12. Tabitha Bradley-Raines says

    July 8, 2019 at 12:56 PM

    I finally feel like someone explained affiliate links. How does one find affiliate programs that will take them though? Especially if they are a very small blog?

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:45 PM

      That’s really helpful to hear. I’m glad you found this beneficial! I think that most affiliate programs accept bloggers, no matter the following. Personally, RewardStyle accepted me when I had less than 200 blog readers a month + less than 8k on Instagram, and I know Amazon is constantly accepting affiliates. I would go on Pinterest and research the different programs and see which best suits your genre and readership!

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  13. Tanvi Rastogi says

    July 8, 2019 at 2:16 PM

    Great post. Well explained. I use these links minimally but they are needed by most bloggers.

    β₯ tanvii.com

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:44 PM

      If it weren’t for the fact that blogging is my full-time job and my primary source of income, I probably wouldn’t find affiliate links to be as beneficial. However, they are incredibly important for me!

      Reply
  14. Caitlin says

    July 8, 2019 at 3:30 PM

    This is such a helpful breakdown of affiliate links! I feel like affiliate links can be a bit confusing at times, but it so helps to be transparent about it. I have explained something similar before on IG stories, but hadn’t thought to do a blog post about it-such a good idea!
    Caitlin
    http://www.lemonadepressblog.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:43 PM

      Yeah! I’ve done so many stories, but I feel like so much of my audience misses those or passes through them, thinking they’re unnecessary. This way I have all the answers in one spot if anyone ever asks again!

      Reply
  15. Carolyn Arentson says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:39 PM

    This is a great post to bring clarity around links for your readers! It’s helpful for people to know that every little bit counts. Thanks for explaining how this all works!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:35 PM

      That’s for sure! I can only imagine how much better it would be for my business if everyone who read my blog or was a friend of mine utilized my links when they went on a shopping spree hehe.

      Reply
  16. Candace Hampton says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    Great post! Although I try to stay up to date with all the social media topics, it can get really confusing. I like how explanatory and instructive was this post regarding affiliate links.

    Candace Hampton

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      I appreciate the encouragement. I think it’s really good to be continuously doing research about the different blogging resources out there. Hopefully this will help consumers and bloggers alike!

      Reply
  17. Sarah Lindner says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:39 PM

    Awesome post – I love knowing I am not the only confused one out here trying to keep up!

    xoxo Sarah

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      Haha well, hopefully this will help with some of the confusion. I don’t think they’re all that scary or confusing once a little research is done πŸ™‚

      Reply
  18. Erin says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    This is such a great breakdown Stephanie! I love supporting other bloggers through my purchases and sharing things I love.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      I agree! I try to always ask friends for their links before making a purchase of any kind. Always good to support the fellow blogger!

      Reply
  19. Lydia says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    I’ve been a member of reward style since practically the beginning, but I still haven’t managed to make much money off it. At least I click my own links, haha!

    Chic on the Cheap

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      Actually, clicking your own links can sometimes be a red-flag on their end! You gotta be careful about that. I’ve found some helpful tips on utilizing affiliate links and making profit, but I’d be the first to tell you, I don’t make a ton either. I want to continue educating my readers so that there’s less fear in using my links and more knowledge instead!

      Reply
  20. lee says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    this is a great resource!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      I’m glad to hear that you think so.

      Reply
  21. Carolyn Arentson says

    July 8, 2019 at 8:46 PM

    This is a great post to bring clarity around links for your readers! It’s helpful for people to know that every little bit counts. Thanks for explaining how this all works!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:42 PM

      That’s for sure! I can only imagine how much better it would be for my business if everyone who read my blog or was a friend of mine utilized my links when they went on a shopping spree hehe.

      Reply
  22. Candace Hampton says

    July 8, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    Great post! Although I try to stay up to date with all the social media topics, it can get really confusing. I like how explanatory and instructive was this post regarding affiliate links.

    Candace Hampton

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:42 PM

      I appreciate the encouragement. I think it’s really good to be continuously doing research about the different blogging resources out there. Hopefully this will help consumers and bloggers alike!

      Reply
  23. Sarah Lindner says

    July 8, 2019 at 9:14 PM

    Awesome post – I love knowing I am not the only confused one out here trying to keep up!

    xoxo Sarah

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:41 PM

      Haha well, hopefully this will help with some of the confusion. I don’t think they’re all that scary or confusing once a little research is done πŸ™‚

      Reply
  24. Erin says

    July 8, 2019 at 9:14 PM

    This is such a great breakdown Stephanie! I love supporting other bloggers through my purchases and sharing things I love.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:41 PM

      I agree! I try to always ask friends for their links before making a purchase of any kind. Always good to support the fellow blogger!

      Reply
  25. Kileen says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    Such a helpful post babe!! It can be a little confusing to some, so I love that you explained it here!

    Kileen
    cute & little

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      I’m glad you found this to be helpful. I worked really hard to articulate what I was trying to say!

      Reply
  26. Taylor Aube says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    Such a good post about a confusing topic. I feel like most people don’t know how it works and are always unsure of clicking on them or having to download another app on their phones!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      I definitely find that to be the case with the app, specifically. I know some of my friends will use a link I send them, but are wary of the LTK app, and I’m like “but it makes it ALL easier if you just use the app” haha!

      Reply
  27. Lydia says

    July 8, 2019 at 9:55 PM

    I’ve been a member of reward style since practically the beginning, but I still haven’t managed to make much money off it. At least I click my own links, haha!

    Chic on the Cheap

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:40 PM

      Actually, clicking your own links can sometimes be a red-flag on their end! You gotta be careful about that. I’ve found some helpful tips on utilizing affiliate links and making profit, but I’d be the first to tell you, I don’t make a ton either. I want to continue educating my readers so that there’s less fear in using my links and more knowledge instead!

      Reply
  28. lee says

    July 8, 2019 at 10:05 PM

    this is a great resource!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:39 PM

      I’m glad to hear that you think so.

      Reply
  29. grace says

    July 8, 2019 at 10:07 PM

    Tried joining reward style a year ago but was not accepted. I think I will be ready to reapply soon since my followers have grown. Do you have a referral link for that? I heard it helps if you get referred.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:38 PM

      I’d be more than happy to refer you! Feel free to send me an email. And make sure you’re consistently posting on your Instagram and stories, alerting people of sales and products. RS notices that when they’re selecting their members – though it’s definitely not a follower thing. I was accepted at under 8k!

      Reply
  30. Laura S says

    July 8, 2019 at 10:58 PM

    Love this breakdown! Definitely a resource I will be using to send to my own readers!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:37 PM

      That’s awesome to hear. I hope it can help loads of people answer any questions they might have!

      Reply
  31. Kileen says

    July 9, 2019 at 1:19 AM

    Such a helpful post babe!! It can be a little confusing to some, so I love that you explained it here!

    Kileen
    cute & little

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:37 PM

      I’m glad you found this to be helpful. I worked really hard to articulate what I was trying to say!

      Reply
  32. Taylor Aube says

    July 9, 2019 at 1:28 AM

    Such a good post about a confusing topic. I feel like most people don’t know how it works and are always unsure of clicking on them or having to download another app on their phones!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:36 PM

      I definitely find that to be the case with the app, specifically. I know some of my friends will use a link I send them, but are wary of the LTK app, and I’m like “but it makes it ALL easier if you just use the app” haha!

      Reply
  33. Jennifer Prince says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    I use them but not with a huge amount of success. I really need to ramp it up in this department!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      I think “success” is relative! It depends on what you’re hoping to achieve with the links πŸ™‚ Just keep at it, and you may notice a difference. Plus, I find that educating your audience can help a lot too!

      Reply
  34. Becky says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    Thank you for explaining this! There definitely is some confusion but it’s really a win-win. Our blog readers don’t spend any extra money on stuff they want and bloggers get money to help keep the blog going.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:02 PM

      Exactly! And for me, personally, blogging is my full-time job and the primary source of income, so any commission from those affiliate links is insanely helpful!

      Reply
  35. Monica says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    This is such a helpful post! Even as a blogger, I still find confusion around explaining what an affiliate link is! This sums it up perfectly and makes them feel less intrusive. I need to start using my affiliate links more strategically. I usually use them for holiday gift guides, but I always let it fall off with the start of the new year…. hmm, better get on that!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 9:51 PM

      They’re awesome to use for holiday gift guides, but they’re also awesome all year round! I feel like you could even benefit from the Amazon affiliate program because of the different craft and recipe ideas you share – that way you could provide resources straight from the post itself! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  36. Deborah says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    This is such a great breakdown! As a blogger but also as a conscientious person, I know there’s a lot of side eye going on when influencers talk about affiliate links and such but this is a good post addressing the potential “hazards” (cookies) but also the benefits that most readers may not even think about!

    Reply
  37. Jennifer Prince says

    July 9, 2019 at 7:56 AM

    I use them but not with a huge amount of success. I really need to ramp it up in this department!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:36 PM

      I think “success” is relative! It depends on what you’re hoping to achieve with the links πŸ™‚ Just keep at it, and you may notice a difference. Plus, I find that educating your audience can help a lot too!

      Reply
  38. Cathy says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    This is so good, so many non-bloggers don’t understand how affiliates work. Thanks for posting!

    XOXO
    Cathy

    Reply
  39. Ashley Rollins says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    This post was super helpful. As a blogger, sometimes I feel like I’m ALWAYS reminding my followers of this but so many don’t know!

    Reply
  40. Becky says

    July 9, 2019 at 9:18 AM

    Thank you for explaining this! There definitely is some confusion but it’s really a win-win. Our blog readers don’t spend any extra money on stuff they want and bloggers get money to help keep the blog going.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:34 PM

      Exactly! And for me, personally, blogging is my full-time job and the primary source of income, so any commission from those affiliate links is insanely helpful!

      Reply
  41. Em says

    July 9, 2019 at 9:31 AM

    This is such a great, informative post for those who don’t know how it all works!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:34 PM

      That’s what I was hoping for. I know in the blogosphere, we have a lot of information on-hand, but non-bloggers are typically more unaware!

      Reply
  42. Monica says

    July 9, 2019 at 9:43 AM

    This is such a helpful post! Even as a blogger, I still find confusion around explaining what an affiliate link is! This sums it up perfectly and makes them feel less intrusive. I need to start using my affiliate links more strategically. I usually use them for holiday gift guides, but I always let it fall off with the start of the new year…. hmm, better get on that!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:33 PM

      They’re awesome to use for holiday gift guides, but they’re also awesome all year round! I feel like you could even benefit from the Amazon affiliate program because of the different craft and recipe ideas you share – that way you could provide resources straight from the post itself! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  43. Deborah says

    July 9, 2019 at 10:35 AM

    This is such a great breakdown! As a blogger but also as a conscientious person, I know there’s a lot of side eye going on when influencers talk about affiliate links and such but this is a good post addressing the potential “hazards” (cookies) but also the benefits that most readers may not even think about!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:32 PM

      There definitely is, but I want to help break that “stigma.” Affiliate links aren’t a bad thing, they help us make money – it’s just a different way of making money than the typical job!

      Reply
  44. Kim says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    This is such an informative post to explain how affiliate links work! I feel like most people don’t understand how they work.

    xoxo,
    Kim

    Reply
  45. Delia Atenea says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    Love this breakdown Stephanie! Answers a lot of questions! I need to share this!

    Reply
  46. Cathy says

    July 9, 2019 at 12:12 PM

    This is so good, so many non-bloggers don’t understand how affiliates work. Thanks for posting!

    XOXO
    Cathy

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:31 PM

      That’s what I figured, and I want to provide as much education as I can. Plus, I felt like I personally learned a lot by researching what to add to this post!

      Reply
  47. Ashley Rollins says

    July 9, 2019 at 12:28 PM

    This post was super helpful. As a blogger, sometimes I feel like I’m ALWAYS reminding my followers of this but so many don’t know!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:31 PM

      It’s true! I feel the same way on a regular basis, but it’s incredible how many readers get missed or how many stories go unseen. Sometimes it’s just good to have all the information in one convenient place!

      Reply
  48. Kim says

    July 9, 2019 at 3:37 PM

    This is such an informative post to explain how affiliate links work! I feel like most people don’t understand how they work.

    xoxo,
    Kim

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:30 PM

      I agree, which is why I decided to write this up. I felt like it was necessary for those who wanted the information πŸ™‚

      Reply
  49. Delia Atenea says

    July 9, 2019 at 3:52 PM

    Love this breakdown Stephanie! Answers a lot of questions! I need to share this!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 9, 2019 at 4:30 PM

      I’m so glad to hear you found it beneficial. I really want to share as much about this as I possibly can, because I know so many need to hear it!

      Reply
  50. Kait | Slumber & Scones says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:19 PM

    I love affiliate links. They are such an easy way for people to support their favorite blogger friends! This was a great breakdown for anyone unfamiliar.

    Reply
  51. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:24 PM

    This is great information! I like the opportunity that affiliate links provide, but some people go way overboard with how many links they use. If they are tastefully done, I can totally get behind them! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  52. Kait | Slumber & Scones says

    July 9, 2019 at 8:22 PM

    I love affiliate links. They are such an easy way for people to support their favorite blogger friends! This was a great breakdown for anyone unfamiliar.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 10, 2019 at 9:40 AM

      That’s right! I always try to utilize friends links when making a purchase πŸ™‚

      Reply
  53. Maria says

    July 9, 2019 at 8:37 PM

    What a great resource. I have been researching affiliate links and what would fit best for my brand and blog. This gave me some ideas. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 10, 2019 at 9:40 AM

      There’s a lot of awesome programs out there, but I definitely applaud you for doing your research first. That’s super important!

      Reply
  54. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

    July 9, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    This is great information! I like the opportunity that affiliate links provide, but some people go way overboard with how many links they use. If they are tastefully done, I can totally get behind them! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 10, 2019 at 9:42 AM

      I see both sides to this! I think affiliate links should definitely be tastefully done, but I also understand why some people utilize them as often as possible. They’re a benefit to bloggers – especially full time bloggers who really need help with the income! It’s good to find a balance though πŸ™‚

      Reply
  55. Mandi says

    July 10, 2019 at 1:28 AM

    This was a great idea for a blog post, really breaking down what an affiliate link means with full transparency. I personally love to use an affiliate link to be able to give some commission to the person who has promoted and shared a good product. I truly hope others understand they aren’t paying extra for their purchase when using and affiliate link, just giving credit to the person who referred them.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 10, 2019 at 9:43 AM

      I’m glad that’s something that you do! It’s an awesome way to support the fellow blogger. I just think a lot of people who don’t blog get lost on the meaning and how these links function. So I was happy to provide some insight!

      Reply
  56. Nataly says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:24 PM

    Such a good read! I am love how you put this post to together. It is very informative!

    Reply
  57. Kenzi - Life of a Sister says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:24 PM

    This is truly a great read! I love that you break it down and show anyone who isn’t a blogger how affiliate links work. Thank you girl!

    Reply
  58. Kimberly Burke says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:44 PM

    This is such a great Blog Post! I get asked all of the time and everyone assumes it costs them! Thanks for sharing! I will definitely share this with my audience! Have a great day gf!

    Reply
  59. Nataly says

    July 10, 2019 at 7:17 AM

    Such a good read! I am love how you put this post to together. It is very informative!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 10, 2019 at 9:43 AM

      That’s what I was hoping for! So thank you for the encouragement!

      Reply
  60. Jasmine Vargas says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:24 PM

    Sharing this to my Facebook account because I think it’s great for everyone to know why it’s important to shop using affiliate links.

    Reply
  61. Laura Adney says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:44 PM

    Such a great post and way of explaining affiliate links especially for those people who may not understand it or really know how they can support us.

    xo, Laura

    Reply
  62. Kenzi - Life of a Sister says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:16 AM

    This is truly a great read! I love that you break it down and show anyone who isn’t a blogger how affiliate links work. Thank you girl!

    Reply
  63. Kimberly Burke says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:51 AM

    This is such a great Blog Post! I get asked all of the time and everyone assumes it costs them! Thanks for sharing! I will definitely share this with my audience! Have a great day gf!

    Reply
  64. Lily says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:59 AM

    Such a good breakdown! I recently polled my followers and a majority of them want to know how they work and how we make money, etc.

    Reply
  65. Jasmine Vargas says

    July 10, 2019 at 12:07 PM

    Sharing this to my Facebook account because I think it’s great for everyone to know why it’s important to shop using affiliate links.

    Reply
  66. Laura Adney says

    July 10, 2019 at 1:39 PM

    Such a great post and way of explaining affiliate links especially for those people who may not understand it or really know how they can support us.

    xo, Laura

    Reply
  67. Helena Marz says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:44 PM

    This is such a great post and very organized with each tips explaining every detail of how it works with LIKEtoKNOW. It and how bloggers make money. I will definitely have to use some of these tips to educate my followers to be able to make consistent sales and hopefully this will be a better understanding for them on how to use these affiliate links. Thank you for sharing this❤️

    Reply
  68. Azanique S Rawl says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:44 PM

    This is such a helpful post! Even though I use affiliate links, I have such a hard time explaining them to people + why they are so important to bloggers/influencers! Thank you for putting this together, Stephanie πŸ™‚

    -xo, Azanique | https://www.lotsofsass.com

    Reply
  69. Helena Marz says

    July 10, 2019 at 8:21 PM

    This is such a great post and very organized with each tips explaining every detail of how it works with LIKEtoKNOW. It and how bloggers make money. I will definitely have to use some of these tips to educate my followers to be able to make consistent sales and hopefully this will be a better understanding for them on how to use these affiliate links. Thank you for sharing this❀️

    Reply
  70. Caitlin says

    July 10, 2019 at 9:00 PM

    Such a great post fr anyone who doesn’t understand affiliate links!

    Reply
  71. Azanique S Rawl says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:02 PM

    This is such a helpful post! Even though I use affiliate links, I have such a hard time explaining them to people + why they are so important to bloggers/influencers! Thank you for putting this together, Stephanie πŸ™‚

    -xo, Azanique | https://www.lotsofsass.com

    Reply
  72. Ashley Hargrove says

    July 12, 2019 at 11:46 AM

    This is such a great and informative post. I feel like all of these affiliate links and platforms get so confusing and no one knows what to even do half the time!!

    Reply
  73. Denise Kokinis says

    July 12, 2019 at 12:19 PM

    Loved reading this. I try and explain affiliate links to different people, but can never accurately get the information across. I will need to share this with other people the next time I need to give them a more in-depth explanation.

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

    Reply
  74. Marlene says

    July 12, 2019 at 5:56 PM

    What a great guide, so helpful for everyone who is new to affiliate links! Way to break it down in an easy-to-understand way

    Reply
  75. Kristina says

    July 15, 2019 at 8:42 AM

    Okay, this post is SO helpful!! You broke it down perfectly and there should definitely be more transparency about affiliate links but I also feel like most people by know should also have a clue- from blogs to facebook and google, ads and affiliate links are literally everywhere!

    Reply
  76. Annette says

    July 15, 2019 at 8:56 AM

    Such a great and informative post!

    Reply
  77. Lauryn Hock says

    July 15, 2019 at 1:33 PM

    STEPH! I love how informative this post is! I definitely will reference it to people when they ask about affiliate links.

    Reply
  78. Ashlye says

    July 17, 2019 at 10:47 PM

    Thanks for sharing! I’ve been wondering about a few similar services that have popped up

    Reply
  79. Taylor Mobley says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:50 AM

    Thank you for breaking this down SO easily girl – I need to do the same on my website I think!!!

    Reply
  80. erin says

    August 3, 2019 at 4:37 PM

    Thanks for sharing this! I wish more readers knew how they worked!

    Reply

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Have you read any great Alice in Wonderland reimaginings? πŸ‡ 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Have you read any of these? πŸ“š 
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 β €β €β € Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌
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I'm officially considering this Shadow and Bone week, between celebrating the 10th anniversary of the book and finding out about Ben narrating the Demon in the Wood audiobook! πŸ₯‚ 
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Also, catch me counting down the days until when I get to see my babies on-screen again (can we get a season 2 premiere date, please?) πŸ“Ί
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To answer my own question, Genya is my very favorite Shadow and Bone character 🀍 In fact, I have plans for a Genya tattoo in the near future πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Are you as excited for the audiobook and season 2 of the show as I am? 🀩 
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Do you have a favorite book dedication? ✍🏼
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me πŸ‘€ Sometimes a dedication sets the mood for the book and that's something I really love! 🀎
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A few that have blown my mind recently are:
πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
πŸ›« EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
πŸ₯˜ WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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Have you read any of these magnificent books? πŸ“š 
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Is there a book you've read this year that is unli Is there a book you've read this year that is unlike anything else you've ever read? πŸ“–
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When I read THE ATLAS SIX in April, I was blown away by how unique it was! 🀯 I have never in my life read another book like it and that's part of why it got 5 stars from me ⭐️ Sure, it started at a slower pace but the further the story progressed, the more fascinating it was (and the pacing at the beginning made far more sense because it led to absolute BRILLIANCE) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I don't read much dark academia, so recommend some titles to me (THAT AREN'T AS WELL KNOWN) that you've enjoyed! πŸ›
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Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vib Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vibes✨?
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I definitely do! 🫢🏼 In the past few years, I've read more and more books like this and they always leave me feeling utterly fascinated (and maybe a little confused?) πŸ€” I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun πŸ™ˆ
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
πŸͺΆ The Raven Cycle
πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
πŸ§™πŸ»β€β™€οΈ The Once and Future Witches
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Have you read any of these? πŸ“– 
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Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ β €β € Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ
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I definitely do! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside πŸ–€ It made the story feel more alive and helped me understand the way the character's mind worked 🧠
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There was a similar feeling when I first read THE ATLAS SIX and saw the character art 🎨 It gave the cast so much more depth and it made me wish that more books included pieces like this πŸ“–
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Other additions that make books stand out to me:
πŸ“° Unique chapter breaks (I read a basketball book that was divided into 4 quarters, and a book about an actor divided into acts, things like that)
πŸ’¬ Text messages
πŸ—Ί Maps
✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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What are some unique things you like seeing in books? πŸ“š 
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Leave me a string of emojis that describe your cur Leave me a string of emojis that describe your current read (or title) and I'll try to guess it πŸ™ƒ
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I haven't done this in a while and I'm usually pretty terrible at it, but it's fun and I'm always curious how people describe their CR with emojis πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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Here are mine:
Book 1: πŸ‘‘πŸ¦΄πŸ©ΈπŸŽ
Book 2: πŸ“–πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨πŸ»πŸš€πŸ’«
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Okay, maybe those were awful emoji descriptions, but it sure was fun to try and get creative with them πŸ˜‚ And in case you were curious, my books are For the Throne (arc) and Bookish and the Beast πŸ™ˆ
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Are either of these on your TBR? πŸ“š 
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What are you currently using as a bookmark? πŸ“– G What are you currently using as a bookmark? πŸ“– GIVEAWAY TIME 🚨
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I'm partnering up with @theseasonalpages to give away some really fun prizes:
πŸ”– 3 bookmarks of your choice from The Seasonal Pages
πŸ’³ a $25 gift card to @bookshop_org (because we love supporting indie shops)
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Here are the rules:
🀎 FOLLOW @theespressoedition and @theseasonalpages
πŸ’¬ TAG a friend in the comments
πŸ“± For an EXTRA ENTRY you can share this post to your stories (and make sure to tag us both - this is for public accounts only)
This giveaway is INTERNATIONAL and will end on June 1. The winner will be notified via DM.
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Good luck! β˜•οΈ 
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