Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? 📖
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When I found out that GALLANT had The Secret Garden vibes, I was really excited because that was one of my favorites as a kid ⛲️ I think it would be really neat to see this story retold by a few other authors as well (looking at you, Marissa Meyer) 🙌🏼
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
👑 A Little Princess
🧞‍♂️ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
👒 Madeline
⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
☂️ Mary Poppins
🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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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 🤷🏻‍♀️ 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 🙌🏼 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) 🙈
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour ☕️), 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 🥹
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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 📚
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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 🙈
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) 😕 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? 🐇 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! 🏳️‍🌈
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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) 🙌🏼 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:
🦉 Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
📺 The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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🫖 A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
🖌 Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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🥀 Malice by Heather Walter
☀️ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 ⠀⠀⠀ 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! 🥂 
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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?) 📺
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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 🙌🏼
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me 👀 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:
🪞 GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
👑 FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
🛫 EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
📖 THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
💔 ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
🥘 WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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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? 📖
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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) 🙌🏼
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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! 🏛
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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?) 🤔 I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun 🙈
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
🎪 The Night Circus
💃🏻 Where Dreams Descend
🪶 The Raven Cycle
🚪 The Ten Thousand Doors of January
🧙🏻‍♀️ The Once and Future Witches
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I definitely do! 🙋🏻‍♀️ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside 🖤 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 📖
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📰 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)
💬 Text messages
🗺 Maps
✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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Lifestyle · June 15, 2020

How to Take Care of an Adopted Cat

This post has been sponsored by Cat’s Pride®. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the companies that support The Espresso Edition.

My seven-year-old adopted cat, Luna, means the world to me, and I do everything I can to make sure she feels at home, no matter where we go. This means purchasing Cat’s Pride® Total Odor Control Unscented cat litter, and so much more!

I’m a total cat lady! My family always had cats when I was growing up, and I’ve even raised some of them since birth. I have a fierce love for kitties, and even though I’ve been around plenty of furbabies, none of them have been quite as special as my Luna-girl.

When I was nineteen, I adopted a little gray ball of fluff just a few weeks after she was born. She was the most sassy and playful out of her litter, and I knew she would be perfect for me! Luna has gone through some seriously challenging times with me and has also been there for the happiest moments of my life! Now, she spends her days lazing around with me and my husband—and we totally spoil her rotten.

Since I’ve had cats my whole life, I know exactly what to have on-hand when making the decision to adopt—like Cat’s Pride® litter (Save now with this coupon for $3 off your purchase of a Green Jug). It’s important to be prepared with at least the following five items!

5 Items You Need for Your Cat Right Now

These products are all Luna-approved!
Cat’s Pride® Total Odor Control Unscented Cat Litter

I’ve never met a cat quite as picky about her litter as my furbaby. However, she loves Cat’s Pride—and so do I. Not only does this litter lock away stinky kitty odors but it’s also 99% dust-free. This is especially excellent since we keep her litter box in the corner of our living room. What’s more is that all Cat’s Pride GREEN JUGS™ (like the one we use) are part of the Litter for Good™ program: with each purchase of these green jugs, a pound of litter is donated to shelters across America! Since the program’s launch, Cat’s Pride has donated over 8 million pounds of litter to animal welfare organizations, which helps free up shelter resources to spend toward helping cats find forever homes.

Food that’s specific to your cat

So you’ve adopted a cat. If they’re still a kitten, you want to make sure they’re being given the proper food with the right nutrients. Start with a wet food and follow the feeding instructions. If they’re an adult cat that needs some weight-management (like my chubby Lu), you’ll want to pick a food that helps enforce that diet. Make sure you learn a lot about your cat, don’t feed them too frequently (or infrequently), and even experiment with different forms of cat foods so that you know what they like the best!

Treats they love

Luna knows that every night before bed, she gets treats and snuggles! I’ve used treats to help her create good habits, and I give her the yummiest kitty snacks that help with her weight, give her “fresh breath” (cleaning her teeth), and that I know she loves!

Fun and helpful cat accessories

Of course, you want to make sure you have the necessities like a litter box liner and feeding bowls—but you also want to keep a couple of other things to create a comfortable environment for your cat. We love Jonny Cat® litter box liners because they’re the thickest tear-resistant liner leaving no mess behind. No wonder they’re the #1 liner leaving no mess behind! We purchased a scratchpad for Luna a few months ago, and it has become one of her favorite activities. She sharpens her claws on that, rather than our furniture, and then falls asleep in it every evening. We also invested in a brush that she adores. She looks forward to getting brushed until her fur shines! In addition, we keep little toys and some catnip on hand for playtime so that she stays active.

love and affection

This should be a no-brainer but so often, I hear about cats being shopped and dropped. It breaks my heart into a million pieces. Pets are family, and they should be treated as such. Adoption is so important because it gives neglected animals a forever home. And a forever home is what it should be. Don’t take in a cat (or any animal) if you don’t plan on cherishing it for life. Give it love and affection … or space, when necessary. Create a comforting and nurturing home and in return, you will end up with the best companion you’ve ever had!


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  1. Ro // A Cup of Kims says

    June 15, 2020 at 12:09 PM

    Awww, what a cutie! I’ll have to look into this brand since the one we currently use is unscented as well, but because of that even thought we clean her box often, it still has a scent right after she goes. The odor lock on this would be a huge help! Thank you for sharing!

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  2. Heather says

    June 15, 2020 at 10:02 AM

    She is such a beautiful cat! Like yourself I’ve always grown up around cats, and it’s nice to read a grounded cat care guide for a change.
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    http://geeking-by.net

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  3. Rach says

    June 15, 2020 at 10:19 AM

    I’ll have to share this to my friends’ who have cats. Unfortunately, I’m extremely allergic to cats!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  4. Hillary Conheady says

    June 15, 2020 at 4:01 PM

    So many great tips here!! And love the pictures of your cute furry friend!

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  5. Liz H. says

    June 15, 2020 at 12:01 PM

    Aww your kitty is so cute!!! I want one so bad! This sounds like a great product 🙂

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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  6. rebecca piersol says

    June 15, 2020 at 2:45 PM

    ooooh we have two cats, Daisy and Gatsby and I never thought I would be a cat girl, but I married into them 🙂 I need to check this brand out for sure. thx for sharing, Steph!

    xx rebecca // thecrystalpress.com/blog

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  7. Morgan @ Baby Got Balance says

    June 15, 2020 at 7:38 PM

    Luna is adorable! I’ve got two adopted cats that I’ve had for 12 years and just foster failed a third (couldn’t help it!) These are some great tips for new cat guardians.

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  8. Lily Ayala says

    June 15, 2020 at 8:52 PM

    Awe, Luna is so darn cute!! We have 2 pups…and although they are very different from cats, I know making them feel at home is SO important!

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  9. Amanda @ A Good Hue says

    June 15, 2020 at 9:01 PM

    Luna is SO cute, she’s a total fluff ball! I have cats as well and agree, a good litter is SO important!

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  10. Patricia Conte says

    June 15, 2020 at 11:14 PM

    What an adorable cat! I think these are really great ideas! I’m going to let my mom know about this litter!

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  11. Sarah Lindner says

    June 16, 2020 at 7:19 AM

    What a cutie! Looks like she gets the 5 star treatment! Am the same with my Bear…anything for my fur baby! xoxo, Sarah

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  12. wanderlustbeautydreams says

    June 16, 2020 at 8:53 AM

    Your cat looks so cute! I never had a pet in my home but always wanted to have one. These are great tips for those who plan to adopt.

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  13. Adaleta Avdic says

    June 16, 2020 at 9:20 AM

    Your cat is the best for being so calm during the photo shoot, I can’t even imagine trying to do these shoot with mine. It would be a feat in and of itself, truly. I’ll have to check out this odor protection option because litter boxes get stanky!

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  14. Becky @ Disney in your Day says

    June 16, 2020 at 11:02 AM

    Oh my goodness, what a big beautiful kitty! We actually had a kitten named Luna when we first got married, sadly she had feline leukemia and passed away 🙁 I totally agree with finding the food specific for your cat too. We’ve gone through some trial and error before realizing that one of our cats needs to be grain-free.

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  15. Kileen says

    June 16, 2020 at 11:41 AM

    aww so cute! i have a 10-year old cat and he means the world to me! these photos are so sweet!

    kileen
    cute & little

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  16. Jennifer Prince says

    June 16, 2020 at 1:57 PM

    I love cats!!! We have five, and we also foster a ton. We’re currently fostering NINE, so cat litter is always needed. Ha! Crazy cat ladies, unite! <3

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  17. Anna english says

    June 16, 2020 at 10:27 AM

    Aren’t resuce animals the best? Your cat is too cute!

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  18. Laura Leigh says

    June 16, 2020 at 11:02 AM

    Aw this is the sweetest! We don’t have a cat but my sister and her husband have adopted a couple. As well as my brother and his wife. Will send this their way. Thanks for sharing lady!

    xo Laura Leigh
    https://louellareese.com

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  19. Tanvi says

    June 16, 2020 at 11:41 AM

    Your cat is super cute. She is being treated like a royal.

    ❥ tanvii.com

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  20. Kait | Slumber & Scones says

    June 16, 2020 at 8:41 PM

    We are a dog household around here, but look at that precious fluff ball! Luna is so pretty, and looks like she has a wonderfully cozy life. Both of my dogs were adopted, and I love that I am able to give them a happy home.

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  21. Greta Hollar says

    June 17, 2020 at 12:50 AM

    So many great tips! My husband is allergic to cats so we have dogs but your kitty is adorable!

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  22. Jaimie Tucker says

    June 17, 2020 at 5:06 AM

    It’s so good you’re looking to rehome animals and give an animal a home that needs one by adopting xo

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  23. Jamaria Johnson says

    June 17, 2020 at 10:01 AM

    You have such a big heart to be helping and adopting animals! This is very sweet and I will pass it along to my animal loving friends and family! Xo

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  24. Deborah says

    June 17, 2020 at 11:28 AM

    OMG Luna is such a cutie! I’m all for adopting pets too (I got my furbaby from a rescue!) I’ve never had pets growing up but I have been thinking of getting a cat as well so these are great tips!

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  25. Charity says

    June 17, 2020 at 9:19 PM

    Awe your kitty is so cute! I am a cat mom too! I have always loved cats and I adopted him from a rescue too!

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  26. Charity says

    June 17, 2020 at 9:19 PM

    Awe your kitty is so cute! I am a cat mom too! I have always loved cats and I adopted him from a rescue too!

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  27. Em says

    June 18, 2020 at 1:34 PM

    we have a cat, so may have to try this litter!

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  28. Lux Pups says

    June 21, 2020 at 11:54 PM

    She is precious. Love and affection is number 1! Anything that helps with smells is great. Glad you both found something that works.

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  29. Denise Kokinis says

    June 22, 2020 at 11:49 PM

    OMG my friend has a cat and her name is Luna also… although hers is hairless haha. Love is huge and I love knowing that you adopted her as well! Such a sweet gesture and looks like she is a princess in your house!

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  30. Lee T says

    June 25, 2020 at 5:09 PM

    Aw Luna is so cute!! Clearly such a well loved Kitty!

    Reply

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Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? 📖
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When I found out that GALLANT had The Secret Garden vibes, I was really excited because that was one of my favorites as a kid ⛲️ I think it would be really neat to see this story retold by a few other authors as well (looking at you, Marissa Meyer) 🙌🏼
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
👑 A Little Princess
🧞‍♂️ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
👒 Madeline
⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
☂️ Mary Poppins
🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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Did you enjoy any of those stories as a kid? 🤎 
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Why did you join bookstagram? 📖 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Why did you join bookstagram? 📖
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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 🤷🏻‍♀️ 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 🙌🏼 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) 🙈
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour ☕️), 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 🥹
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Thank you for being part of my bookstagram journey 📚
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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 📚
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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 🙈
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) 😕 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? 🐇 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! 🏳️‍🌈
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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) 🙌🏼 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:
🦉 Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
📺 The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
🫖 A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
🖌 Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
🥀 Malice by Heather Walter
☀️ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 ⠀⠀⠀ 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! 🥂 
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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?) 📺
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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 🙌🏼
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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 👀 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:
🪞 GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
👑 FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
🛫 EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
📖 THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
💔 ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
🥘 WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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Have you read any of these magnificent books? 📚 
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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? 📖
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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) 🙌🏼
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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! 🏛
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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?) 🤔 I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun 🙈
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
🎪 The Night Circus
💃🏻 Where Dreams Descend
🪶 The Raven Cycle
🚪 The Ten Thousand Doors of January
🧙🏻‍♀️ The Once and Future Witches
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Do you enjoy books with illustrations? 🖌 ⠀⠀ Do you enjoy books with illustrations? 🖌
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I definitely do! 🙋🏻‍♀️ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside 🖤 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 📖
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Other additions that make books stand out to me:
📰 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)
💬 Text messages
🗺 Maps
✍🏼 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 🙃
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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 🤷🏻‍♀️
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Here are mine:
Book 1: 👑🦴🩸🍎
Book 2: 📖👩🏼‍❤️‍👨🏻🚀💫
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Okay, maybe those were awful emoji descriptions, but it sure was fun to try and get creative with them 😂 And in case you were curious, my books are For the Throne (arc) and Bookish and the Beast 🙈
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