Have you done a mid-year reading check-in yet? πŸ“š
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What a wild year 2022 has been so far πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’« I've found new favorite authors, made progress on my original TBR, checked out some great backlist books, and hit some super exciting goals! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I'm not going to *just* share my faves or least faves, but instead I'm going to share some of the fun stats from my reading year so far! 🀎
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- Out of the 30 books I just *HAD TO* read this year, I've read 24
- Out of my numerical goal of 120 for the whole year, I've read 119
- I've rated 44 books with 4.5/5 stars (hence my struggle when someone asks for a favorite from the year so far)
- I've read 16 ARCs from 12 different publishers (this makes me want to bawl with happiness because this was such a massive goal for me when I began book blogging!)
- I've participated in 10 buddy-reads
- I've added 38 books to my shelves (either purchased by me after I read and loved a book, given as a gift, or sent by a generous author/publisher)
- I've discovered that there's a chance I *might* like romance more than fantasy now and that's totally okay!
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What has your reading looked like in 2022? β˜•οΈ 
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Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? πŸ“–
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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) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
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πŸ§žβ€β™‚οΈ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
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⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
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🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“– β €β €β €β €β € Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“–
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Long story short, I joined bookstagram in 2020 because I love books and I love talking about books, but I never had a space to do that πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ After years of fashion blogging and feeling out of place because of my interests, I wound up on this side of IG and realized that it felt like home 🀎
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I schemed up a name (something to do with coffee and books that didn't have the words "coffee" or "books" in it), took a few photos, created a profile, and went to town πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It wasn't long before I completely FELL IN LOVE with the supportive community, safe space to find new books and talk about the ones I love, and really cultivate my photography skills (which had been lying dormant for far too long) πŸ™ˆ
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour β˜•οΈ), reviewed incredible books, launched my own line of merch, and made tons of new friends 🫢🏼 When I begin to feel down about the numbers or the lack of inspiration, I remind myself of why I started in the first place and I find myself falling in love all over again πŸ₯Ή
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Thank you for being part of my bookstagram journey πŸ“š
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Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author and which book made you fall in love with their work πŸ“š
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A couple months back, I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of The Wonderland Trials by @saraellawrites... and I immediately fell head over heels in love 😍 Needless to say, I instantly added her entire backlist to my TBR πŸ™ˆ
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) πŸ˜• It seems like each time I pick one up, I'm either completely uninterested in the story or it just falls flat - but The Wonderland Trials absolutely blew me away! 🀯 If you're looking for something that really stands out amongst the rest, you certainly need to pick this one up! 🫢🏼
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Have you read any great Alice in Wonderland reimaginings? πŸ‡ 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 β €β €β € Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌
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I'm officially considering this Shadow and Bone week, between celebrating the 10th anniversary of the book and finding out about Ben narrating the Demon in the Wood audiobook! πŸ₯‚ 
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Also, catch me counting down the days until when I get to see my babies on-screen again (can we get a season 2 premiere date, please?) πŸ“Ί
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To answer my own question, Genya is my very favorite Shadow and Bone character 🀍 In fact, I have plans for a Genya tattoo in the near future πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Are you as excited for the audiobook and season 2 of the show as I am? 🀩 
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Do you have a favorite book dedication? ✍🏼
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me πŸ‘€ Sometimes a dedication sets the mood for the book and that's something I really love! 🀎
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A few that have blown my mind recently are:
πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
πŸ›« EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
πŸ₯˜ WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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Is there a book you've read this year that is unli Is there a book you've read this year that is unlike anything else you've ever read? πŸ“–
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When I read THE ATLAS SIX in April, I was blown away by how unique it was! 🀯 I have never in my life read another book like it and that's part of why it got 5 stars from me ⭐️ Sure, it started at a slower pace but the further the story progressed, the more fascinating it was (and the pacing at the beginning made far more sense because it led to absolute BRILLIANCE) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I don't read much dark academia, so recommend some titles to me (THAT AREN'T AS WELL KNOWN) that you've enjoyed! πŸ›
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I definitely do! 🫢🏼 In the past few years, I've read more and more books like this and they always leave me feeling utterly fascinated (and maybe a little confused?) πŸ€” I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun πŸ™ˆ
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🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
πŸͺΆ The Raven Cycle
πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
πŸ§™πŸ»β€β™€οΈ The Once and Future Witches
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Beauty · September 2, 2020

3 Products You Need for a Fall Makeup Routine

This post is in partnership with Physicians Formula. As always, all opinions are my own.

What if I told you that you could master the simplest fall makeup routine with three affordable products?

I’ve been ready for autumn to arrive since March, so don’t be surprised if every post from here on out is filled with cozy autumnal goodness. While these gorgeous Murumuru Butter products from Physicians Formula look and smell like the beach, they’re actually my very favorite for fall!

Tanning is not exactly a priority of mine, since I don’t enjoy spending much time outside and I really want to avoid ever experiencing skin cancer. Through the summer months, I utilize self-tanner or I get spray tans. However, when fall rolls around, I let my skin go back to its natural pale state without complaint. My secret to simple, sunkissed cheeks all year long? Keep reading to find out.


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butter bronzer in bronzer // butter blush in saucy mauve // butter highlight in pearl (all c/o Physicians Formula)

This is my recipe for the easiest fall makeup routine of all time.

I am always willing to spend a little extra on high-quality makeup, but it makes my heart happy when I can find items that don’t hurt my wallet and look phenomenal on every skin type! Once I incorporated these three Physicians Formula products into my daily routine, I never looked back. On a typical day, I’ll apply a lightweight foundation (I’m recently loving this one) to smooth out redness, then these three products, brow gel, and mascara. It takes me no time at all and looks so naturally bright and glowy!

Murumuru Butter Blush

These blushes range from bright coral to sunkissed rose and natural mauve. They’re pigmented but never appear clownish. Use a larger fluffy brush for even application to the apples of your cheeks.

Murumuru Butter Highlighter

I use highlighter like my life depends on it. I’m all about a healthy glow and these help me accomplish that with just a few quick swipes. Use a fan brush to dust on the top of your cheekbones, tip of your nose, and cupid’s bow (that little dip above your top lip). You can also apply these like eyeshadow to brighten the inner corners and brow bone!

Murumuru Butter Bronzer

Whether you prefer to sculpt and contour or just add a little defining color, this bronzer has you covered. I concentrate on my jawline, cheekbones (mostly towards my hairline), temples, and the sides of my nose. Like the highlighter, this can be used as eyeshadow. Apply to the outer corners, crease, and smudge into your lower lash line for a natural smokiness.


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Physicians Formula Natural Defense Review // Spring Beauty Empties // At-Home Gel Manicure How-To

Do you love this holy grail Physicians Formula butter line as much as I do?


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Comments

  1. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet at the Barre says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:34 AM

    I have always loved their products and will definitely be checking out this line! So pretty!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 1:49 PM

      This butter bronzer has been my #1 for probably 5 years now. It’s really the best out there – and at a price point you can’t beat!

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  2. Lizzie says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:59 AM

    OOoooo love their stuff! I have a few of their lipsticks that I’m totally obsessed with! Need to put this on my list!

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 1:55 PM

      I just got a few of their tinted lip treatments and their lipsticks and I’m in love! I didn’t even know what great quality those are – but I have used some of their multi-purpose color sticks for my lips and loved those too. I just think everything they make is fantastic!

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  3. Annie says

    September 2, 2020 at 1:57 PM

    I keep hearing such excellent things about Physicians Formula skincare, I really need to give it a try! Their formulas sound so perfect fo ray sensitive skin. Thanks for all of the great info on the brand!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:08 PM

      They really are perfect for sensitive skin. I also love that they’re hypoallergenic and cruelty-free. They also include really great ingredients in their products so what you’re putting on your face helps rather than hurts!

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  4. Rach says

    September 2, 2020 at 2:20 PM

    Oo I love the color tones of this makeup palette. It really is perfect for Fall. I love that it has that natural looking glow to it!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:09 PM

      I was thrilled to receive this particular blush color to accompany their original bronzer shade. It’s ideal for fall. But they have such a huge array of shade options for all three products, which is awesome! Something for every skin tone and season.

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  5. Delia Atenea says

    September 2, 2020 at 2:24 PM

    Oh my gosh these shades are making me want to put on a cute scarf and go get a pumpkin spice latte! Thank you for sharing these! I think I know which one of these I want!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:09 PM

      I hope you’re able to enjoy both these fabulous products and a yummy autumn drink very soon!

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  6. Rachel says

    September 2, 2020 at 5:35 PM

    I have always loved Physician’s Formula products! I need to pick up the three of these on my next trip to Walgreens!

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

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:10 PM

      Yes girl, YES! They really have such great options. I am going crazy over this particular blush shade – but I want all the others too haha!

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  7. mia says

    September 2, 2020 at 6:40 PM

    ooo these products sound fab! (And I love all your photography, it’s such a cosy autumn vibe!) xx

    mia // https://beautiful-inspiring-creative-life.com/

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:11 PM

      That’s so kind of you! I definitely try to always achieve the coziest of vibes on my cozy lifestyle blog πŸ˜‰ It just makes me the happiest – and these products happen to fit right in with that aesthetic!

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  8. Lee says

    September 2, 2020 at 6:59 PM

    I need to try these, I;ve been obsessed with Physician’s Formula lately! Their rose collection lip crayons are amazing!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:11 PM

      Oooh I have yet to try those, but now I want to! I’ve loved just about every single product of theirs that I’ve gotten lately. They just keep releasing new, wonderful lines!

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  9. Vanessa says

    September 2, 2020 at 7:52 PM

    These are gorgeous colors! Makeup is still VERY new to me, so this seems like a very manageable set for a newbie like me to use πŸ™‚ Plus, I think the colors look like they would be flattering for any skin type!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:12 PM

      Oh yes! These are totally beginner-friendly. They have shades that work for every skin tone, they’re hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, include great minerals and other skin-friendly ingredients in all of their products, and they have excellent pigment. You’ll love them!

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  10. Hillary Conheady says

    September 2, 2020 at 8:55 PM

    I’ve heard great things about Physicians Formula! Definitely need to look into these products that you mentioned. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:13 PM

      I’m pretty surprised you have yet to try them! I hope you get a chance to test them out soon because they really do have the most phenomenal beauty items!

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  11. Kelly Bolen says

    September 2, 2020 at 9:53 PM

    I need a new bronzer! I will need to try this brand, it looks amazing!!! And I can’t wait for autumn to arrive every year either!!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:13 PM

      This came at the perfect time for you then! I’m glad to hear it πŸ™‚ I hope you love their bronzer as much as myself and everyone else does! It’s really the best.

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  12. Raji says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:29 PM

    Great post! This sounds like a really easy routine that can be used even when in a hurry!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:14 PM

      Precisely! I’ve got this routine down to about 5 minutes, which is encouraging!

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  13. Marissa Belle says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:48 PM

    I haven’t tried any of these but I’ve heard so many good things, they look sooo pretty! I love the texture!

    🌿 Marissa Belle Γ— marsybun.com 🌿

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:20 PM

      There’s a good reason this line gets a ton of hype – it really is that spectacular. The products are just gorgeous!

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  14. Jennifer Prince says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:57 PM

    These look so fab to pop in my purse for traveling! I love products that are multipurpose, and I love that it’s a hypoallergenic, cleaner brand. Great choices!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:20 PM

      Yes! They’re great for traveling, everyday application, special occasions, and more! They really are the best!

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  15. Chrissy says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:16 PM

    I haven’t tried Physicians Formula yet but it sounds so promising! The products look so good, especially the bronzer. I’ll have to give it a try sometime- thanks for sharing! x

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:20 PM

      You absolutely should! I love that they’re cruelty-free and hypoallergenic. They’re also super affordable, which makes my wallet very happy haha!

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  16. Kelly says

    September 3, 2020 at 3:56 AM

    Oh wow! The blush looks amazing, it’s definitely my shade 😍 The butter bronzer is such a staple product in my collection, the scent alone is incredible! I love being bronzed too, but I’m so pale so stick to using makeup and fake tan rather than sitting in the sun!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:21 PM

      I’m literally in love with the shade I got for this blush. They have a ton of other stunning colors, but this mauve tone really has my heart. And YES! Another person who loves the scent as much as I do. It’s sooo yummy!

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  17. Castlesandturrets says

    September 3, 2020 at 4:24 AM

    Ohhhhh I love the colours! I’ve never tried Physicians Formula before, but it just looks so good – I think it’s time I treated myself to something you know, so perfect timing haha!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:22 PM

      No way! You’ve definitely gotta give it a go. They have the best line of products!

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  18. Meg says

    September 3, 2020 at 6:43 AM

    Your whole blog is absolutely gorgeous! Really loved this post as I’m all about simple make up, and affordable! These will be great when I go back to wearing a bit more make up as and when I leave the house.

    Meg | thebookishlinguist.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:23 PM

      That’s so kind of you! Thank you very much πŸ™‚ I love these for my more minimal makeup days, actually! They’re multi-purpose, so it allows me more freedom and takes up less of my time. I have such a simple routine now that I’m leaving the house way less!

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  19. Sarah Lindner says

    September 3, 2020 at 7:11 AM

    I’ve loved the Physicians Formula original butter bronzer for years! Excited to check out this new one…thanks for sharing! xoxo, Sarah

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:23 PM

      It’s actually not new at all πŸ™‚ Just updated packaging!

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  20. Neely says

    September 3, 2020 at 8:47 AM

    Love physicians formula! The butter bronzer is one of my all time favorites.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:23 PM

      It’s an absolute classic. There’s a reason why it’s a holy grail product for so many! I love the whole collection. The products are just so beautiful.

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  21. Greta says

    September 3, 2020 at 10:39 AM

    Physician’s Formula has the best bronzer! It’s one of my go-to’s for a natural makeup look.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:24 PM

      YES! Love hearing that! It’s my favorite bronzer of all time (and I’ve tried a lot of them). I’m also totally into the blush and highlighter too.

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  22. Becky says

    September 3, 2020 at 11:49 AM

    I’m still such a makeup newbie, so an easy routine sounds good to me! I will definitely look into these.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      September 3, 2020 at 2:24 PM

      This is perfect for you then, because the products are totally beginner-friendly. They just look great on everyone and they’re so easy to use!

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  23. Alex says

    September 3, 2020 at 4:44 PM

    These look so nice! I’ve never tried Physician’s Formula products but I’ve heard great things about the bronzer, I’d love to try it!

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  24. Deborah says

    September 4, 2020 at 2:59 PM

    I LOVE Physician’s Formula and their Butter products are seriously the best! I have that same butter bronzer and highlighter and I really need to get my hands on that blush!

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  25. Faye says

    September 5, 2020 at 12:06 PM

    I’ve never actually heard of Physicians Formula before but WOW all of their products look and sound amazing! πŸ™‚

    https://www.femaleoriginal.com

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  26. Nailil says

    September 6, 2020 at 10:34 PM

    I hear this band is one of the best. I am yet to try their product but will add them to my list. πŸ™‚

    Xx, Nailil
    thirtyminusone.com

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  27. Adaleta Avdic says

    September 6, 2020 at 11:51 PM

    PF is one of my favorite brands, and truthfully I am such a fan of this new line. It works so incredibly well, and the absolute best makeup!

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  28. Becca @ The LDN Lifestyle says

    September 7, 2020 at 4:20 PM

    These look stunning! I’m a sucker for a creamy peachy blusher, will have to see if they ship to the UK! Becca x

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  29. Amanda says

    September 7, 2020 at 11:33 PM

    Your photos are gorgeous and giving those fall vibes! I will definitely be wearing Butter Bronzer as I transition my makeup to more fall looks πŸ™‚

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  30. Molly says

    September 7, 2020 at 11:39 PM

    Oh man, I love the scent in their Muru Muru Butter line. It always makes me think of the beach! I haven’t tried the highlighter yet…might just have to.

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  31. Carolyn says

    September 8, 2020 at 12:39 PM

    I want all of these products in my makeup bag PRONTO! Haha. I too have been trying to avoid skin cancer haha, so I like the idea of a bronzer to give a glow and then using the highlighter to give another kind of glow! This is a great fall makeup routine.

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  32. Laura Leigh says

    September 8, 2020 at 5:16 PM

    I actually just added bronzer and highlighter to my make-up routine earlier this summer. they are such game changers. I have been using a cream highlighter but wouldn’t mind trying this powder version. these sound amazing and as always, I love your photos!

    xo Laura Leigh
    https://louellareese.com

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  33. Charity says

    September 14, 2020 at 7:45 PM

    these products look amazing! I haven’t heard of this brand before so I need to check them out. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  34. Emily says

    September 15, 2020 at 9:16 AM

    These colors are beautiful for fall! I love the added glow to a look!

    Reply
  35. Kileen says

    September 17, 2020 at 1:01 PM

    These make-up products sound so awesome and I haven’t tried them yet. I would love to add them to my fall make-up lineup and try them all out.

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  36. I'm All Booked Up says

    September 17, 2020 at 2:31 PM

    Great products! We’ll have to check out the blush.

    Reply

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Have you done a mid-year reading check-in yet? πŸ“š
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What a wild year 2022 has been so far πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’« I've found new favorite authors, made progress on my original TBR, checked out some great backlist books, and hit some super exciting goals! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I'm not going to *just* share my faves or least faves, but instead I'm going to share some of the fun stats from my reading year so far! 🀎
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- Out of the 30 books I just *HAD TO* read this year, I've read 24
- Out of my numerical goal of 120 for the whole year, I've read 119
- I've rated 44 books with 4.5/5 stars (hence my struggle when someone asks for a favorite from the year so far)
- I've read 16 ARCs from 12 different publishers (this makes me want to bawl with happiness because this was such a massive goal for me when I began book blogging!)
- I've participated in 10 buddy-reads
- I've added 38 books to my shelves (either purchased by me after I read and loved a book, given as a gift, or sent by a generous author/publisher)
- I've discovered that there's a chance I *might* like romance more than fantasy now and that's totally okay!
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What has your reading looked like in 2022? β˜•οΈ 
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Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? πŸ“–
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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) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
πŸ‘‘ A Little Princess
πŸ§žβ€β™‚οΈ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
πŸ‘’ Madeline
⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
β˜‚οΈ Mary Poppins
🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“– β €β €β €β €β € Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“–
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Long story short, I joined bookstagram in 2020 because I love books and I love talking about books, but I never had a space to do that πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ After years of fashion blogging and feeling out of place because of my interests, I wound up on this side of IG and realized that it felt like home 🀎
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I schemed up a name (something to do with coffee and books that didn't have the words "coffee" or "books" in it), took a few photos, created a profile, and went to town πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It wasn't long before I completely FELL IN LOVE with the supportive community, safe space to find new books and talk about the ones I love, and really cultivate my photography skills (which had been lying dormant for far too long) πŸ™ˆ
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour β˜•οΈ), reviewed incredible books, launched my own line of merch, and made tons of new friends 🫢🏼 When I begin to feel down about the numbers or the lack of inspiration, I remind myself of why I started in the first place and I find myself falling in love all over again πŸ₯Ή
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Thank you for being part of my bookstagram journey πŸ“š
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Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author and which book made you fall in love with their work πŸ“š
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A couple months back, I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of The Wonderland Trials by @saraellawrites... and I immediately fell head over heels in love 😍 Needless to say, I instantly added her entire backlist to my TBR πŸ™ˆ
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) πŸ˜• It seems like each time I pick one up, I'm either completely uninterested in the story or it just falls flat - but The Wonderland Trials absolutely blew me away! 🀯 If you're looking for something that really stands out amongst the rest, you certainly need to pick this one up! 🫢🏼
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Have you read any great Alice in Wonderland reimaginings? πŸ‡ 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 β €β €β € Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌
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I'm officially considering this Shadow and Bone week, between celebrating the 10th anniversary of the book and finding out about Ben narrating the Demon in the Wood audiobook! πŸ₯‚ 
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Also, catch me counting down the days until when I get to see my babies on-screen again (can we get a season 2 premiere date, please?) πŸ“Ί
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To answer my own question, Genya is my very favorite Shadow and Bone character 🀍 In fact, I have plans for a Genya tattoo in the near future πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Are you as excited for the audiobook and season 2 of the show as I am? 🀩 
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Do you have a favorite book dedication? ✍🏼
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me πŸ‘€ Sometimes a dedication sets the mood for the book and that's something I really love! 🀎
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A few that have blown my mind recently are:
πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
πŸ›« EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
πŸ₯˜ WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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Have you read any of these magnificent books? πŸ“š 
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Is there a book you've read this year that is unli Is there a book you've read this year that is unlike anything else you've ever read? πŸ“–
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When I read THE ATLAS SIX in April, I was blown away by how unique it was! 🀯 I have never in my life read another book like it and that's part of why it got 5 stars from me ⭐️ Sure, it started at a slower pace but the further the story progressed, the more fascinating it was (and the pacing at the beginning made far more sense because it led to absolute BRILLIANCE) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I don't read much dark academia, so recommend some titles to me (THAT AREN'T AS WELL KNOWN) that you've enjoyed! πŸ›
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Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vib Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vibes✨?
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I definitely do! 🫢🏼 In the past few years, I've read more and more books like this and they always leave me feeling utterly fascinated (and maybe a little confused?) πŸ€” I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun πŸ™ˆ
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
πŸͺΆ The Raven Cycle
πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
πŸ§™πŸ»β€β™€οΈ The Once and Future Witches
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I definitely do! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside πŸ–€ It made the story feel more alive and helped me understand the way the character's mind worked 🧠
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There was a similar feeling when I first read THE ATLAS SIX and saw the character art 🎨 It gave the cast so much more depth and it made me wish that more books included pieces like this πŸ“–
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Other additions that make books stand out to me:
πŸ“° Unique chapter breaks (I read a basketball book that was divided into 4 quarters, and a book about an actor divided into acts, things like that)
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πŸ—Ί Maps
✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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