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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? 📖

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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? 💭

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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? 📖

—

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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! 😂

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—

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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! 🍿

—

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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? 📍

—

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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? 📚

—

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Fashion, Summer · June 17, 2020

Athleisure That Looks Good All Year Long

Since lockdown began, living in leggings and sports bras has become even more appealing than it ever was before. It’s a good thing athleisure is so popular!

As much as I love a good pair of yoga pants, I’ve never really seen the appeal of doing day-to-day life in my activewear. I saved it strictly for the gym. However, the past few months have shown me that when I have nowhere to go, stretchy waistlines are my first choice. If my plans include nothing more than sitting at a desk all day, why should I involve denim and buttons? That’s not to say I never “get dressed,” because I most certainly do. It’s just… not as often as it was before.

Now, I’m starting to consider what will happen as things begin to open back up again, and I start to participate in outdoor activities. The “summer bod” concept went out the window, but that doesn’t mean I should forgo fitness. There are two things that are important to me: I need to own flattering and comfortable activewear, and my activewear needs to be easy to transform into a cute and creative athleisure outfit post-workout!


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8 Cute and Creative Athleisure Outfits to Wear Right Now

You can click on any of the items in the collages below to be redirected to the retailer website. Happy shopping!

Since I’m kicking my booty back into gear and focusing more on a healthy lifestyle, I wanted to share with you some of my top activewear picks. These items are not only high-quality, but they’re affordable, flattering, comfortable, and totally cute! They check all the boxes.


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Rach
5 years ago

I’m loving all these looks! I honestly don’t wear athleisure that these are great outfit ideas when I go for my walks. That pink windbreaker is so cute!

http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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Jennifer Prince
5 years ago

I wear leggings a lot but it’s mostly at home. Honestly, quarantine has had me tossing the bras – I don’t wear them except when I go out, lol.

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Hillary Conheady
5 years ago

So many cute sets! Really loving the color scheme you’ve got going here.

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Liz H.
5 years ago

You look amazing!! I love all of these looks! I’ve been needing some new gym wear and this is the perfect inspo <3

Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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Lily Ayala
5 years ago

I love all of these sets! The leggings look SO comfy and I really like the back of the sports bra.

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girlwithanearring
5 years ago

This reminded me that I need to work on that booty as well, sadly. I prefer wearing %100 cotton loungewear like cute sweats to activewear which are usually made of syntetic fabric and it’s good while sweating, of course. ^^

irem
girlwithanearring.blogspot.com

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Taylor McLemore
5 years ago

These are all such cute sets! Makes me wish I worked out more so I could wear them and have them actually be put to good use instead of me binge watching Netflix in it!

xo!
Taylor | http://styleiseverythingblog.com

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Adaleta Avdic
5 years ago

Love how you mixed and matched your sets because they’re so much cuter when they’re not the same top and bottom. I need a few of these sets now, I’ll check out your LTK!

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Sarah Lindner
5 years ago

These look super comfortable and sturdy! Will def be looking into! xoxo, Sarah

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Anna English
5 years ago

I’ve never heard of this brand, but live in athleisure 90% of the time! Totally checking it out, thanks for sharing girl!

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Kileen
5 years ago

looking so cute in your athleisure! i’ve been living in leggings too!

kileen
cute & little

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Greta Hollar
5 years ago

Love the sports bra! I’ve been in athleisure nonstop since March!

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Becky @Disney in your Day
5 years ago

Love it, I am always trying to strike that balance! Normally when we can be with people I have a running group I run with and then we go out to the bar after. So having an athletic outfit that’s also cute at the brewery is a plus.I love the jacket, it would be perfect to throw on after a run!

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Denise // The Elle Aesthetic
5 years ago

These look so chic and comfy! I love the colors you picked too.

Denise // http://theelleaesthetic.com/

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Rachel
5 years ago

OMG this sports bra is AMAZING! And the price! I’ve been wearing a lot of activewear lately, especially with working from home and am always looking for some new pieces!

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

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Deborah
5 years ago

Oof I need to get back into working out regularly! Maybe cute athleisure outfits will help encourage me! Great styling!

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Megan @ Lush to Blush
5 years ago

There’s NOTHING like some cute athletic gear to make you want to work out! But seriously, I’ve been living in athleisure myself these days. I absolutely love these outfits you put together!

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Faye | Female Original
5 years ago

Oooh I love your outfit! Those leggings look so comfortable and I love the colour of them x

https://www.femaleoriginal.com

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rebecca piersol
5 years ago

ooh this sports bra / top looks perfect! definitely looking for something like that right now. thanks for sharing all these combos girl. xx

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Lee T
5 years ago

Im in love with the zip front style of that sports bra!

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Tara Liston Fuller
5 years ago

this sports bra—– I’m SO sold! I love all of the outfit pairings and accessories, they’re so cute! I’ve been trying to get back into shape too, somehow cute athletic wear always make it more bearable? 🙂

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Tanvi
5 years ago

I am LOVIN all the looks. Those bras and leggings look cute plus comfortable … and can we talk about your flat stomach. GOALS!!!

❥ tanvii.com

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Adaleta Avdic
5 years ago

I totally believe athleisure is year roud (without a doubt!) You make this entire set look so comfy too, and I find myself loving leggings more than anything else!

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Jess | By Jessica Lillian
5 years ago

stretchy waistlines are my go-to as well 😉

Love these sports bras with the zip in the front so much!

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Jamaria Johnson
5 years ago

These are some GREAT picks! I’ve really gotten into athleisure during quarantine and I think it is here to stay in my weekly rotation, haha!

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Ifeoluwa
5 years ago

I love playing with color when It comes to active wear. I’m loving the burgundy red one! It has to fit perfectly and comfort

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Nancy Ugo
5 years ago

The top looks like it could actually hold my girls up. Nice outfits!
http://www.NancyUgo.com

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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
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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? 💭

—

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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? 📖

—

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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! 😂

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—

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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 🎥

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—

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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? 📍

—

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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. 

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—

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