Do you have a library card? 🪪 Ya girl is the self Do you have a library card? 🪪

Ya girl is the self-proclaimed biggest fan of the library to ever walk the earth 🌍 Okay, that could be an exaggeration, but most of the time it doesn’t feel like one. I cried with happiness over my first library card as a kid, and I won’t purchase a book until I’ve borrowed it from the library and loved it enough to own it. I have 5 library cards, swear by Libby and Hoopla for all of my audiobooks and ebooks, and at this point, I feel like an Arthur tattoo might be necessary (IYKYK) 😂

But I digress... February is National Library Lovers’ Month, and I think you should get a library card (or 5) and celebrate not only the perk of FREE BOOKS but also the countless ways public libraries are integral to our lives and communities! 🙌🏼

What was the last library book you checked out? 📖

—

#nationallibraryloversmonth #libraryloversmonth #bookcommunity #bookphotography #readersofinstagram support your public library, library lovers, bookish vibes, cozy aesthetic, book nerd
If you could only recommend one book for the rest If you could only recommend one book for the rest of your life, what would it be? 📖

This one has been an easy answer for me since 2020, when I read THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY. It completely changed my life.

Since then, I have recommended it to countless people, and have felt intense amounts of joy as I’ve seen those people recommend it to others, buy copies for friends, suggest it for their book clubs, and come back to me to tell me how it changed their life just like it changed mine 🥰

Which book would you say changed your life for the better? 🤎

—

#themidnightlibrary #magicalrealism #mentalhealthbooks #bookcommunity #bookishvibes Matt Haig, books with mental health rep, magical realism books, book recs, favorite books, escapism, book hangover, reread worthy, comfort book
Would you want to have the same occupation as the Would you want to have the same occupation as the main character(s) in your last read? 💼

I recently finished Thunderhead, and I absolutely would *NOT* want to be a Scythe! 🙅🏻‍♀️ I also definitely wouldn’t want to be in the shoes of the royalty in my other previous read, A Psalm of Storms and Silence 😬

Is there a book character’s “career” that you know you would love to have? 💭

—

#bookcommunity #bookphotography #bookaesthetic #cozyaesthetic #readersofinstagram current read, currently reading, cozy aesthetic, escapism, late-night chapters, what I’m reading
Is there an author who consistently writes books t Is there an author who consistently writes books that bring you to tears? 😭

I have cried while reading every single one of Amber’s books... and that’s only a small part of what keeps me coming back for more 🤎

I’m struggling with even knowing how to put in words what her books mean to me, because even thinking about it is making me tear up 🥹 So instead of trying to craft the perfect thing to say, I’m just going to urge you to read everything she’s written. You can thank me later 🙏🏼

What was the last book that made you cry? 📖

—

#theleavingroom #booklover #bookcommunity #cozyreads #bookishvibes poetry, Amber McBride, The Leaving Room, sapphic books, books that will make you cry, book hangover, book recs, reread worthy, late-night chapters
Who are your favorite book pets? 🐈‍⬛ I absolutely Who are your favorite book pets? 🐈‍⬛

I absolutely love when a book has animals in it—whether that’s someone’s pet, familiar, or when the animal is the main character 😻

I’m always absurdly happy when there’s a cat, and if they have a creative name it’s even better. I think the stand-out for me was a cat named The Darkling in Accidentally Amy. I’ll never forget it! 😂

Do you have a furbaby companion? Tell me all about them! 🐾

—

#cozyreads #readingescape #bookishvibes #bookaesthetic #booknerd book animals, cats of Instagram, book cats, fantasy books, romance books, cozy aesthetic
Do you tend to enjoy book-to-screen adaptations? 🤔 Do you tend to enjoy book-to-screen adaptations? 🤔

I’m always torn between excitement over seeing my favorite stories come to life and anxiety about what they might change and how it could disappoint me 😅

I fell head over heels in love with the adaptation of People We Meet on Vacation 🤎 For those who don’t know, this is not only my favorite EmHen, but it’s my all-time favorite romance book. I was lucky enough to read an ARC of it in 2021 and have inhaled every format of it multiple times since 🥰

I was nervous about the movie, but loved how they stayed true to the *vibe* of PWMOV 🏖️ Even with the changes they did make, Alex and Poppy were precisely as I had always imagined them, and I adored watching every second of their friends to lovers romance 🎥

This is a negativity-free zone! If you loved the PWMOV movie as much as I did, tell me your favorite part of the film! 🍿

—

#romancebooks #peoplewemeetonvacation #romancebooklover #bookishvibes #bookaesthetic romance books, romance reads, Emily Henry, popular romances, book adaptations, romance movie, Netflix
Tell me about your book-related dreams 💭 Do you w Tell me about your book-related dreams 💭

Do you want to open a bookstore? Write a novel? Become an editor? Get a bookish tattoo? Host an author panel? 

This is a place to put your hopes and dreams out there in the universe. You never know what might happen! 😉

As for me? I want to own a book bus that eventually becomes a brick and mortar bookshop with a café and apothecary. I want it to be the kind of comforting and safe atmosphere that allows people to feel like they can just *breathe* for a little while whenever they visit. That’s my dream ☕️

So, if this dream becomes reality, where should I take my book bus first? 📍

—

#bookcommunity #bookphotography #bookaesthetic #cozyreads #readersofinstagram book dreams, cozy aesthetic, bookshop bookstore, book influencer, book blogger
Which books made it to your favorites list in 2025 Which books made it to your favorites list in 2025? 📖

The whole time I was away from this space, I kept having these moments of, “gosh, I wish I was active on booksta right now, if only to rave about the book that I’m currently reading!” 🙈

WHILE THE DARK REMAINS was definitely one of those books 🙌🏼 This story left me utterly speechless in the best way. I can’t wait to read the upcoming sequel. 

Do you have any sequels that you’re anticipating in 2026? 📚

—

#fantasyreads #fantasybooklover #bookcommunity #bookphotography #bookishvibes escapism, book hangover, fantasy world-building, book recs, reread worthy
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Fashion · May 18, 2018

Come One, Come All To The Carnival

They say you should always be a child at heart…

…but sometimes I think I’m just a child still. 😂 Each year, there’s this janky carnival that comes into town. Seriously, it’s open for a week, and I’m not sure I’ve ever seen more than 20 people there at one time. However, each year I proceed to go, and each year I wonder why I keep coming back! This year, though, instead of just attending – I decided to take some photos. Guys, I’m not sure I’ve ever loved a set of photos more than these. I actually had 20+ saved to a folder and it was everything in me not to include them all in this post.

Special thank-you to my friend, Meredith, for capturing my childlike glee about the simple things like merry-go-rounds and cotton candy (peep how my tongue, lips, and teeth all turned blue because I couldn’t keep myself from inhaling the “monster bag” – which I still have sitting on my desk over a week later). Folks, you’ll be seeing a lot more of her talent around here as we move into the summer! I can’t wait to keep sharing!


Outfit Details
jumpsuit | earrings | shoes

I wanted to make sure I was keeping cool and comfy while we were wandering around the carnival.

My #1 rule when heading to a fair, carnival, or theme park, is to never, ever, EVER wear a dress or skirt. You don’t know when you might be heading onto a roller coaster or the swings, and you certainly don’t want the entire world to see your goods. A jumpsuit or romper is totally the way to go because it’s the ease of a dress without the likelihood of catastrophe.

This particular $30 jumpsuit is absolutely dynamite because it can easily be dressed up or down. So if you’re heading to the carnival on a date and then going to dinner right afterwards, just switch from comfy sneakers to a pair heels and some statement earrings and go! I loved this jumpsuit so much I pulled the same move I did with this dress and wore it twice in a week! It’s the absolute best!

In: Fashion · Tagged: carnival, carousel, charlotte russe, cotton candy, fair, ferris wheel, front tie jumpsuit, green and blue, keyhole jumpsuit, merry-go-round, spring style, striped jumpsuit, Sugarfix, summer fashion, summer style, Target, target style, tassel earrings, white heels

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Elin
7 years ago

What a lovely post ^^ I love that jumpsuit ^^ I think I might get it for myself 😀

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lydia
7 years ago

I am laughing at your description of the carnival, you are the BEST! Such a great idea to take some pics there, they truly always turn out to be some of the best! It’s just so fun and you’re looking so cute as always! And um, your jumpsuit is so cute and who could ever pass up a price like that? Happy Friday!

xo, Lydia

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Lily
7 years ago

How cute are you!?! I seriously love the jumpsuit on you, the green goes so well with your complexion and hair.

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Anna English
7 years ago

What a fun jumpsuit! These colors fit you perfectly.

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Donna
7 years ago

You’re making me want cotton candy!!

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Elin
7 years ago

What a lovely post ^^ I love that jumpsuit ^^ I think I might get it for myself 😀

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Rebecca Piersol
7 years ago

YESSSS girl these photos are SO fun. Such a great idea for a shoot!

xx Rebecca

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lydia
7 years ago

I am laughing at your description of the carnival, you are the BEST! Such a great idea to take some pics there, they truly always turn out to be some of the best! It’s just so fun and you’re looking so cute as always! And um, your jumpsuit is so cute and who could ever pass up a price like that? Happy Friday!

xo, Lydia

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Lily
7 years ago

How cute are you!?! I seriously love the jumpsuit on you, the green goes so well with your complexion and hair.

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Anna English
7 years ago

What a fun jumpsuit! These colors fit you perfectly.

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Donna
7 years ago

You’re making me want cotton candy!!

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Lauren Nakagawa
7 years ago

I love the stripes, and I love love love a good carnival situation 😀 Such a cool setting for a shoot, I love how these turned out!

xx
Lauren
http://www.shoesandsashimi.com

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Nelli Kalinyuk
7 years ago

You are the cutest! Your pictures are so fun, makes me want cotton candy! XO, Nelli

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Lauren Nakagawa
7 years ago

I love the stripes, and I love love love a good carnival situation 😀 Such a cool setting for a shoot, I love how these turned out!

xx
Lauren
http://www.shoesandsashimi.com

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Ruthie Ridley
7 years ago

The carnival is the BEST! Also I can promise that you were the cutest and best dressed that day as well!

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Kileen
7 years ago

This jumpsuit is so fun and so cute on you girl! I love the color too!

Kileen
cute & little

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Kileen
7 years ago

This jumpsuit is so fun and so cute on you girl! I love the color too!

Kileen
cute & little

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Nailil
7 years ago

What a fun jumpsuit girl. Love the photos.

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Nailil
7 years ago

What a fun jumpsuit girl. Love the photos.

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Whitney
7 years ago

you are seriously the cutest! great color jumpsuit on you!

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Whitney
7 years ago

you are seriously the cutest! great color jumpsuit on you!

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Michelle Zavodny
7 years ago

You’re adorable! I love that jumper.

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Kelsey
7 years ago

Oh my gosh you are too darn cute!! What a fun shoot! xo

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Michelle Zavodny
7 years ago

You’re adorable! I love that jumper.

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Janet Cooke
7 years ago

Love this jumpsuit! It looks so great on you!

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Jessica
7 years ago

Looks like you had such a great time! Love that jumpsuit!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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Kimmie
7 years ago

Okay I am so glad you went back this year because these photos are amazing!!! Givin me so much inspo girl!
xo Kimmie

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Laura Leigh
7 years ago

Oh my gosh these photos are so much fun!! I absolutely love them gal. Looks like you had a total blast and that you picked the most perfect look for the carnival. So fun but comfy too.

xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com

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Taylor Mobley
7 years ago

Your photoshoots are my absolute favorite ALL the time. LOVE!

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Hannah
7 years ago

How fun is this look and perfect for the occasion! I love a good jumpsuit and think they are great for running around town:)

xoxo, Hannah
http://www.ohwhatasighttosee.com

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Lauryn Hock
7 years ago

These are the most adorable photos!

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Tara Fuller
7 years ago

this is so fun! the photos make me feel like i’m there! love the jumpsuit!

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Rebecca Piersol
6 years ago

YESSSS girl these photos are SO fun. Such a great idea for a shoot!

xx Rebecca

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Kelsey
6 years ago

Oh my gosh you are too darn cute!! What a fun shoot! xo

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Do you have a library card? 🪪 Ya girl is the self Do you have a library card? 🪪

Ya girl is the self-proclaimed biggest fan of the library to ever walk the earth 🌍 Okay, that could be an exaggeration, but most of the time it doesn’t feel like one. I cried with happiness over my first library card as a kid, and I won’t purchase a book until I’ve borrowed it from the library and loved it enough to own it. I have 5 library cards, swear by Libby and Hoopla for all of my audiobooks and ebooks, and at this point, I feel like an Arthur tattoo might be necessary (IYKYK) 😂

But I digress... February is National Library Lovers’ Month, and I think you should get a library card (or 5) and celebrate not only the perk of FREE BOOKS but also the countless ways public libraries are integral to our lives and communities! 🙌🏼

What was the last library book you checked out? 📖

—

#nationallibraryloversmonth #libraryloversmonth #bookcommunity #bookphotography #readersofinstagram support your public library, library lovers, bookish vibes, cozy aesthetic, book nerd
If you could only recommend one book for the rest If you could only recommend one book for the rest of your life, what would it be? 📖

This one has been an easy answer for me since 2020, when I read THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY. It completely changed my life.

Since then, I have recommended it to countless people, and have felt intense amounts of joy as I’ve seen those people recommend it to others, buy copies for friends, suggest it for their book clubs, and come back to me to tell me how it changed their life just like it changed mine 🥰

Which book would you say changed your life for the better? 🤎

—

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I recently finished Thunderhead, and I absolutely would *NOT* want to be a Scythe! 🙅🏻‍♀️ I also definitely wouldn’t want to be in the shoes of the royalty in my other previous read, A Psalm of Storms and Silence 😬

Is there a book character’s “career” that you know you would love to have? 💭

—

#bookcommunity #bookphotography #bookaesthetic #cozyaesthetic #readersofinstagram current read, currently reading, cozy aesthetic, escapism, late-night chapters, what I’m reading
Is there an author who consistently writes books t Is there an author who consistently writes books that bring you to tears? 😭

I have cried while reading every single one of Amber’s books... and that’s only a small part of what keeps me coming back for more 🤎

I’m struggling with even knowing how to put in words what her books mean to me, because even thinking about it is making me tear up 🥹 So instead of trying to craft the perfect thing to say, I’m just going to urge you to read everything she’s written. You can thank me later 🙏🏼

What was the last book that made you cry? 📖

—

#theleavingroom #booklover #bookcommunity #cozyreads #bookishvibes poetry, Amber McBride, The Leaving Room, sapphic books, books that will make you cry, book hangover, book recs, reread worthy, late-night chapters
Who are your favorite book pets? 🐈‍⬛ I absolutely Who are your favorite book pets? 🐈‍⬛

I absolutely love when a book has animals in it—whether that’s someone’s pet, familiar, or when the animal is the main character 😻

I’m always absurdly happy when there’s a cat, and if they have a creative name it’s even better. I think the stand-out for me was a cat named The Darkling in Accidentally Amy. I’ll never forget it! 😂

Do you have a furbaby companion? Tell me all about them! 🐾

—

#cozyreads #readingescape #bookishvibes #bookaesthetic #booknerd book animals, cats of Instagram, book cats, fantasy books, romance books, cozy aesthetic
Do you tend to enjoy book-to-screen adaptations? 🤔 Do you tend to enjoy book-to-screen adaptations? 🤔

I’m always torn between excitement over seeing my favorite stories come to life and anxiety about what they might change and how it could disappoint me 😅

I fell head over heels in love with the adaptation of People We Meet on Vacation 🤎 For those who don’t know, this is not only my favorite EmHen, but it’s my all-time favorite romance book. I was lucky enough to read an ARC of it in 2021 and have inhaled every format of it multiple times since 🥰

I was nervous about the movie, but loved how they stayed true to the *vibe* of PWMOV 🏖️ Even with the changes they did make, Alex and Poppy were precisely as I had always imagined them, and I adored watching every second of their friends to lovers romance 🎥

This is a negativity-free zone! If you loved the PWMOV movie as much as I did, tell me your favorite part of the film! 🍿

—

#romancebooks #peoplewemeetonvacation #romancebooklover #bookishvibes #bookaesthetic romance books, romance reads, Emily Henry, popular romances, book adaptations, romance movie, Netflix
Tell me about your book-related dreams 💭 Do you w Tell me about your book-related dreams 💭

Do you want to open a bookstore? Write a novel? Become an editor? Get a bookish tattoo? Host an author panel? 

This is a place to put your hopes and dreams out there in the universe. You never know what might happen! 😉

As for me? I want to own a book bus that eventually becomes a brick and mortar bookshop with a café and apothecary. I want it to be the kind of comforting and safe atmosphere that allows people to feel like they can just *breathe* for a little while whenever they visit. That’s my dream ☕️

So, if this dream becomes reality, where should I take my book bus first? 📍

—

#bookcommunity #bookphotography #bookaesthetic #cozyreads #readersofinstagram book dreams, cozy aesthetic, bookshop bookstore, book influencer, book blogger
Which books made it to your favorites list in 2025 Which books made it to your favorites list in 2025? 📖

The whole time I was away from this space, I kept having these moments of, “gosh, I wish I was active on booksta right now, if only to rave about the book that I’m currently reading!” 🙈

WHILE THE DARK REMAINS was definitely one of those books 🙌🏼 This story left me utterly speechless in the best way. I can’t wait to read the upcoming sequel. 

Do you have any sequels that you’re anticipating in 2026? 📚

—

#fantasyreads #fantasybooklover #bookcommunity #bookphotography #bookishvibes escapism, book hangover, fantasy world-building, book recs, reread worthy
How many times have you read your favorite book or How many times have you read your favorite book or series? 🤎

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I love when I find a new book to add to my reread list. What was the last one you added? 🔁

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