Have you already read any of your most anticipated Have you already read any of your most anticipated books this year? 😍

I felt like I was counting down the days to Oathbound and Sunrise on the Reaping—and both of them definitely lived up to my expectations (best feeling ever)! 🙌🏼

Now to fully immerse myself in some of my fantasy ARCs and continue listening to EmHen’s latest! 🤎

Were any of these on your 2025 TBR? 📚

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Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖 Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖

I really love getting the chance to see a great sibling dynamic in a book—especially in fantasy, and *especially especially* if they work together! 🤝🏼

Unseelie had the most interesting twins in it and I loved seeing their similarities, their differences, and how they used both throughout the story! 🤎

Have you read this one yet? ✨

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I know they say “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but let’s be real… we all do it! 😂 When I saw the cover for The Lovers, I was instantly obsessed—and then I read the synopsis! I knew I needed it in my life right away, and I wasn’t disappointed. 🤎
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Rebekah’s storytelling was fantastic and I can’t wait to read her upcoming book, The Sun and the Moon, when it comes out in August! 📖
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Are there any series you’re hoping to finish thi Are there any series you’re hoping to finish this year? 📚
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Typically, I’m someone who flies through series and prioritizes finishing them as soon as I possibly can. However, over the last few years, I’ve done a poor job completing all of the series I start, so I’m trying to make it a goal to finish them up! 👏🏼
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📖 Girls of Paper and Fire
📖 Legacy of Orïsha (especially with the adaptation news!)
📖 Beasts of Prey
📖 The Inheritance Cycle
📖 The Atlas
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FIVE STANDALONE BOOKS:
📖 The Nature of Witches
📖 The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
📖 The Midnight Library
📖 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
📖 Echo North
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📚 The Prison Healer
📚 The All Souls Trilogy
📚 Bright Falls
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One of my favorite series to reread is SHADES OF MAGIC. Nothing gets me quite as excited and emotional as those opening words: “Kell wore a very peculiar coat…” 🙌🏼 AH! Just writing that makes me anxious to pick up this comfort series again this year. 🙈
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Fashion · February 9, 2018

The Coolest Star Print Pieces You Need for Spring

It’s no secret: I have a major obsession with star print!

Truly, I could wear clothing peppered in star print every day and not grow tired of it.  In fact, it may have stolen the highly-esteemed place stripes previously had in my heart.  I think it has actually become my favorite pattern!  There’s something so whimsical about stars and no matter whether they’re in color, black & white, or etched into fabric in some way, they just seem … happy.

I have to say, I don’t think I’m the only one to feel this way.  From the way you all react each time I share something starry on Instagram, I think that the general population loves this print just as much as I do!  This is why I decided to scour the interwebs to find only the best of star print for the upcoming spring season.  Now, some of these items may have you thinking more wintery thoughts, but in reality, spring isn’t all that much warmer than winter until April or May – so hang on to those pullovers, jackets, and cardigans!


Outfit Details
top | similar skirt | similar shoes | similar purse

A little about my look: I snagged this pleather mini on super sale and it was sold out a week later online (super bummer).  The same thing happened with these $6 knockoff Stella McCartney platform sneakers (double bummer). My blouse is only $25 and low on stock, but not to fret, I’m watching the websites, and the second any of these pieces are back in full stock, you all will be the first to know, a-la-Instagram stories!

In: Fashion · Tagged: affordable fashion, H&M, season change, spring style, star, star print, upcoming season, wardrobe change

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Carolyn
7 years ago

Loved seeing these fun pieces to get me in the mood for sping!

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Margot
7 years ago

I love this star print on your blouse, so pretty !
xx,
Margot
https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Margot

Thank you so much! Star print is my obsession right now, that’s for sure!

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Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels
7 years ago

That is a cute star print on your blouse! I love it, and I’m really loving those shoes that you paired with your outfit!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels

Thank you so much! I had such a fun time mixing all these different kinds of star prints together.

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Carolyn
7 years ago

Loved seeing these fun pieces to get me in the mood for sping!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Carolyn

Yay! Spring is such a happy season, and I really love bringing light articles of clothing into my wardrobe for the change of season!

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lydia
7 years ago

Yes to all things star print! LOVE how you mixed all different sizes of stars in your look! May just have to pick up some more star prints now.. I see some pieces I’m adoring! xo!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  lydia

Eekk thank you so much! I can’t wait to see how you rock star print for spring!

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Danielle
7 years ago

Okay at first glance I thought that blouse was polka dot and so cute, but when I saw it was stars I TOTALLY fell in love! Give me allll the star print!!

xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Danielle

It’s like the best of all worlds: a star polka dot! Isn’t that fabulous?

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Jessica K
7 years ago

You NAILED that last photo and the MJ pose… I LOVE IT!! Those shoes (in addition to the star print shirt) are definitely very spring-y!!

Jessica || Cubicle Chic
http://www.mycubiclechic.com

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Jessica K

Ahhh thanks! This comment just made my day! I couldn’t pass up the opportunity for a good MJ pose 😉

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Kim
7 years ago

You are rocking this outfit! Love the subtle star print on the leather mini!

xoxo,
Kim

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kim

Right? I seriously hope they bring this skirt back in stock soon because I want everyone to get the chance to wear it. It’s such a great piece!

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Kristina
7 years ago

Okay, I am obsessed with those shoes!! I don’t think I could personally pull them off- but they are so stinking cute!

xo, Kristina

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kristina

You know what? I didn’t think I’d be able to pull them off either, but now I love them! I think you’d rock them!

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Kimberly Burke
7 years ago

Love your pictures! Oh my gosh I love the tie too! It’s so classy and fun!

http://www.withlovefromkimberly.com

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kimberly Burke

It’s part of the blouse! 🙂 Such a cute addition, right?

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Nicole
7 years ago

I have a star print cardi I am obsessed with! Oh and your shoes, love them and what a deal!! Where were they from??

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Nicole

Star print is the best! Nicole, I always have my pieces linked throughout the post. You can see them about three times for easy shopping 🙂

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Amy M Loochtan
7 years ago

I love this look paired with those shoes!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Amy M Loochtan

Thanks so much! These shoes are such fun. I never thought I’d like a platform sneaker, but then I saw these and couldn’t pass them up!

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Kileen
7 years ago

This is such a cute and fun outfit girl! I am loving that skirt!

Kileen
cute & little

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kileen

Thanks so much! I hope they restock this skirt soon. It’s so fun and flirty!

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Julia Comil
7 years ago

Love this print! It is so pretty! Your full outfit is really stylish Love it!

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Julia Comil
7 years ago

Love this print! It is so pretty! Your full outfit is really stylish Love it!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Julia Comil

That’s so sweet of you, Julia! Coming from you, it’s an incredible compliment!

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Kait Elizabeth
7 years ago

You look adorable! Love love the skirt! Hugs, Kait

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kait Elizabeth

I’d never seen a printed pleather skirt like this before. I couldn’t possibly resist it hehe

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Jasmine Vargas
7 years ago

You are so cute in this top. I love it with the skirt.

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Nataly
7 years ago

I am in love with this look and all things star print!!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
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A girl after my own heart hehe! Glad you love it as much as I do!

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Jasmine Vargas
7 years ago

You are so cute in this top. I love it with the skirt.

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Jasmine Vargas

I have a similar top in a sleeveless style and loved it to death. The minute I saw the long-sleeved version, I knew I had to have it!

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Nataly
7 years ago

I am in love with this look and all things star print!!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Nataly

A girl after my own heart hehe! Glad you love it as much as I do!

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Deborah
7 years ago

I LOVE star print so your outfit is right up my alley! I also love how you paired it with those metallic shoes! It really brings the look full circle!

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Ada
7 years ago

This outfit is so cute on you! I love the star print.

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Ada

Thank you so much for the love.

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Deborah
7 years ago

I LOVE star print so your outfit is right up my alley! I also love how you paired it with those metallic shoes! It really brings the look full circle!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Deborah

Yay, that makes me so happy to hear! Star print is just one of the happiest in my opinion!

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Emily Wilkinson
7 years ago

That top y0u’re wearing is adorable!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Emily Wilkinson

I agree! I thought it was such a fun style with the attached tie and everything!

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Laura Leigh
7 years ago

Oh my gosh – so many fun pieces! Girl you are KILLING it in these photos. Just too fun! Seriously, your posts always put such a smile on my face.

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

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Laura Leigh

That’s truly one of the best things to hear. Thank you so very much for the constant encouragement!

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Ashley
7 years ago

I’ve been loving star prints lately!! Such a cute outfit and I love all of your star print picks!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Ashley

I just can’t seem to quit them. They’re like tattoos – you get one and you just need to have more right away hahah!

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Deddeh
7 years ago

From head to toes, this look is amazing!! I can see myself wearing it. You look beautiful girl.

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
Reply to  Deddeh

I can see you wearing it, too – and absolutely SLAYING (as always)!

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Deddeh
7 years ago

From head to toes, this look is amazing!! I can see myself wearing it. You look beautiful girl.

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Deddeh

I can see you wearing it, too – and absolutely SLAYING (as always)!

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LuxMommy
7 years ago

Now that top is too cute. I love some of your other choices too!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  LuxMommy

Thanks so much! It’s definitely a favorite right now. I’ve already worn it several times since this shoot!

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LuxMommy
7 years ago

Now that top is too cute. I love some of your other choices too!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  LuxMommy

Thanks so much! It’s definitely a favorite right now. I’ve already worn it several times since this shoot!

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Cathy
7 years ago

This outfit is so cute!! I’m in love with those amazing shoes!!!

XOXO
Cathy

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Cathy
7 years ago

This outfit is so cute!! I’m in love with those amazing shoes!!!

XOXO
Cathy

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Danielle
5 years ago

Okay at first glance I thought that blouse was polka dot and so cute, but when I saw it was stars I TOTALLY fell in love! Give me allll the star print!!

xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Danielle

It’s like the best of all worlds: a star polka dot! Isn’t that fabulous?

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Margot
5 years ago

I love this star print on your blouse, so pretty !
xx,
Margot
https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com

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Kimberly Burke
5 years ago

Love your pictures! Oh my gosh I love the tie too! It’s so classy and fun!

http://www.withlovefromkimberly.com

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kimberly Burke

It’s part of the blouse! 🙂 Such a cute addition, right?

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Kristina
5 years ago

Okay, I am obsessed with those shoes!! I don’t think I could personally pull them off- but they are so stinking cute!

xo, Kristina

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
Reply to  Kristina

You know what? I didn’t think I’d be able to pull them off either, but now I love them! I think you’d rock them!

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lydia
5 years ago

Yes to all things star print! LOVE how you mixed all different sizes of stars in your look! May just have to pick up some more star prints now.. I see some pieces I’m adoring! xo!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  lydia

Eekk thank you so much! I can’t wait to see how you rock star print for spring!

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Laura || Walking in Memphis in
5 years ago

That is a cute star print on your blouse! I love it, and I’m really loving those shoes that you paired with your outfit!

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Emily Wilkinson
5 years ago

That top y0u’re wearing is adorable!

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Laura Leigh
5 years ago

Oh my gosh – so many fun pieces! Girl you are KILLING it in these photos. Just too fun! Seriously, your posts always put such a smile on my face.

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

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Ashley
5 years ago

I’ve been loving star prints lately!! Such a cute outfit and I love all of your star print picks!

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Deborah
5 years ago

I LOVE star print so your outfit is right up my alley! I also love how you paired it with those metallic shoes! It really brings the look full circle!

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Deborah

Yay, that makes me so happy to hear! Star print is just one of the happiest in my opinion!

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Jessica K
5 years ago

You NAILED that last photo and the MJ pose… I LOVE IT!! Those shoes (in addition to the star print shirt) are definitely very spring-y!!

Jessica || Cubicle Chic
http://www.mycubiclechic.com

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Jessica K

Ahhh thanks! This comment just made my day! I couldn’t pass up the opportunity for a good MJ pose 😉

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Amy M Loochtan
5 years ago

I love this look paired with those shoes!

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Kileen
5 years ago

This is such a cute and fun outfit girl! I am loving that skirt!

Kileen
cute & little

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Nicole
5 years ago

I have a star print cardi I am obsessed with! Oh and your shoes, love them and what a deal!! Where were they from??

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Kim
5 years ago

You are rocking this outfit! Love the subtle star print on the leather mini!

xoxo,
Kim

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Stephanie Whitman
7 years ago
Reply to  Kim

Right? I seriously hope they bring this skirt back in stock soon because I want everyone to get the chance to wear it. It’s such a great piece!

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Have you already read any of your most anticipated Have you already read any of your most anticipated books this year? 😍

I felt like I was counting down the days to Oathbound and Sunrise on the Reaping—and both of them definitely lived up to my expectations (best feeling ever)! 🙌🏼

Now to fully immerse myself in some of my fantasy ARCs and continue listening to EmHen’s latest! 🤎

Were any of these on your 2025 TBR? 📚

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Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖 Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖

I really love getting the chance to see a great sibling dynamic in a book—especially in fantasy, and *especially especially* if they work together! 🤝🏼

Unseelie had the most interesting twins in it and I loved seeing their similarities, their differences, and how they used both throughout the story! 🤎

Have you read this one yet? ✨

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Have any books taken you by surprise lately, and i Have any books taken you by surprise lately, and if so, which ones? 😳
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I tend not to stray very far from my comfort zone of fantasy and fluffy romance, but I recently read WE’LL PRESCRIBE YOU A CAT, a translated novel about a magical mental health clinic that loans out cats to their patients. 🐈 It was absolutely fantastic in every way and became my first 5-star read of the year (outside of my rereads). 🙌🏼 
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Magical realism has always been a favorite genre of mine, but I usually struggle a lot with translated books. 😅 It was such a treat to immerse myself in this story and I can’t wait to read the sequel soon! 📖
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What was your last 5-star read? ⭐️ 
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Did you discover any new (or new-to-you) authors i Did you discover any new (or new-to-you) authors in the past year? ☕️
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I know they say “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but let’s be real… we all do it! 😂 When I saw the cover for The Lovers, I was instantly obsessed—and then I read the synopsis! I knew I needed it in my life right away, and I wasn’t disappointed. 🤎
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This book is full of self-discovery, sapphic sweetness, and some truly hilarious moments that had me laughing til my stomach hurt. 🙌🏼 I loved every minute of it and about burst into tears when @berkleypub sent me a copy! 🥹
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Rebekah’s storytelling was fantastic and I can’t wait to read her upcoming book, The Sun and the Moon, when it comes out in August! 📖
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Is this a title you’ve picked up or added to your TBR? 📚
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Are there any series you’re hoping to finish thi Are there any series you’re hoping to finish this year? 📚
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Typically, I’m someone who flies through series and prioritizes finishing them as soon as I possibly can. However, over the last few years, I’ve done a poor job completing all of the series I start, so I’m trying to make it a goal to finish them up! 👏🏼
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Some series that I’ve got on my list to finish:
📖 Girls of Paper and Fire
📖 Legacy of Orïsha (especially with the adaptation news!)
📖 Beasts of Prey
📖 The Inheritance Cycle
📖 The Atlas
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I’ve also got several that I’d like to start… but that’s another story entirely. 🙈
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Have you read any of these? 🤎
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Tell me just ONE of your auto-buy authors! 🫡
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I read The Charm Offensive a few years ago and instantly fell in love with Alison’s writing and the way the book made me feel so seen. 🥰 
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When I got an ARC of Kiss Her Once for Me, I was thrilled and once again inhaled the book. Yet again, it was a story that made me feel understood. 🥹
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I pretty much sobbed my way through Here We Go Again on audio and immediately purchased a physical copy so I could put myself through both the heartache and deep belly laughing again and again. 😅
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@alisoncochrun is forever and ever going to be an auto-buy author for me. 🤎
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Have you read any of these books? 📚
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What are five books or five series you find yourse What are five books or five series you find yourself constantly recommending? 🖐🏼
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TODAY IS MY 5TH BOOKSTAVERSARY! ☕️
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In honor of five years in this community, I wanted to share five books and five series I’m always recommending. These are stories that mean so much to me that I just wish everyone I encounter would read and love them too! 🥰
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FIVE STANDALONE BOOKS:
📖 The Nature of Witches
📖 The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
📖 The Midnight Library
📖 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
📖 Echo North
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FIVE SERIES:
📚 Shadow and Bone
📚 Shades of Magic
📚 The Prison Healer
📚 The All Souls Trilogy
📚 Bright Falls
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I have so many more that I could share, but these are just a few that have made my life a little brighter 🤎
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When is your bookstaversary? 🤔
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Are you planning any rereads this year? 🔁
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Rereading is something that I absolutely love to do. While there are countless new releases to get excited about, there’s something incredibly comforting about revisiting my favorite books. 🥹
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One of my favorite series to reread is SHADES OF MAGIC. Nothing gets me quite as excited and emotional as those opening words: “Kell wore a very peculiar coat…” 🙌🏼 AH! Just writing that makes me anxious to pick up this comfort series again this year. 🙈
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Have you read this phenomenal series? 📚
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What was your last book of 2024 and what’s your What was your last book of 2024 and what’s your first for 2025 (or are they the same book)? 📖
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I ended the year with Set the Record Straight on audio (SO CUTE) and I’m ringing in the new year with The Wild Huntress as a buddy-read and listening to The Love of My Afterlife. 🙌🏼
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I’ve got some fun reading goals for myself this year (like lots of rereads and buddy-reads) and I’m hoping to fully dive back into creating content and being active on here again. 🥹 I miss y’all!
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What are your 2025 reading goals (if you have any)? 🤎
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Now that Thanksgiving is over and it’s “social Now that Thanksgiving is over and it’s “socially acceptable” (🙄) to get festive, tell me which books are on your holiday season TBR! 🎅🏼
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I always find myself reaching for a couple of annual rereads, including THE AFTERLIFE OF HOLLY CHASE (which I listen to every December), THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE, and LOVELIGHT FARMS as well 🎄
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There will also be some first-time reads on my list that I’m looking forward to picking up soon 🤎
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Do you have any festive reads that you recommend? 🫶🏼 
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