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I'm currently reading two books that are closely related with things (outside of reading) that I love: the NBA and Marvel πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Shot Clock by @justinwritesya and Caron Butler (ARC) is a middle-grade novel all about heart, hope, and of course lots of great basketball πŸ€ This has been the perfect book to read while I watch the NBA conference finals β›ΉπŸΎ
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We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story by @simuliu has been absolutely phenomenal 😍 I've been a huge fan of Simu for quite some time and learning more about his family, his life, and how he became Shang-Chi has been really incredible πŸ’₯ Plus, he narrates the audiobook 🎧
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It's really great to discover books that relate to my other interests because it just makes me feel so comforted and happy! 🀍 Now I need more books about superheroes and basketball πŸ˜‰
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What was the last book that made you really emotio What was the last book that made you really emotional? 🀣😀😭😍
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This could be any kind of emotion, really - from excessive joy or laughter to anger or sadness - I'm just a huge fan of books that make me FEEL 🀎
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I was recently sent an ARC of Love Times Infinity by @lanewriteswords and it sent me on a total rollercoaster of emotions 🎒 It was an absolutely incredible book and I can't wait for everyone to read it! πŸ“– SWIPE to see my full review ✍🏼
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I didn't even know duologies were a thing until I joined bookstagram, but over the past couple of years, I've discovered several favorites (so many that I actually wrote a whole blog post about them) 🀎
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A few that I love a little extra:
πŸƒ Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
πŸ¦‹ Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
πŸ‘‘ A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A Brown
βš“οΈ All the Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace
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🦒 Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
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I lost my cool (in the best way) when @what_eats_owls announced the release date for Painted Devils, the gorgeous sequel to Little Thieves! πŸ₯€ It's going to be torturous waiting a whole year, but I know it'll also be totally worth it! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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This has been such a controversial topic for so long and I've personally struggled with it A LOT πŸ™ˆ For years, I refused to quit reading a book unless the subject matter was too triggering or frightening for me to handle 🫣 I would even go so far as to read entire series that I literally didn't like, just to see if the books got any better and changed my mind 🧠
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HOWEVER... this recently changed for me! πŸ™€ This month, I chose to put down four books that weren't serving me - and it was so insanely freeing! 🍾 I felt like a weight was lifted off me, not forcing myself to read things I wasn't into - and while I still might give some books the benefit of the doubt and finish them (some of my favorite books of all time started off with me feeling very so-so about them)... I will no longer be struggling my way through series I'm not enjoying or novels that make me feel uneasy πŸ™ŒπŸΌ 
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The last few books I read that 100% lived up to the hype were:
🐐 Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez (this book made me feel so seen it was unreal. I wept several times)
πŸͺ· Defy the Night by Brigid Kemmerer (I was so thrilled with how much I enjoyed this fantasy)
πŸ’„ The No-Show by Beth O'Leary (this author is usually a winner for me and her latest release didn't disappoint)
πŸ› The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake (I was unsure for the first 3rd of the book but it wound up being a 5-star read by the end!)
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Here are some of the fictional books I would recommend in a heartbeat to read this month:
πŸ“ž Dial A for Aunties (series) by Jesse Q Sutanto
πŸ‰ Six Crimson Cranes (duology) by Elizabeth Lim
🀍 The Kiss Quotient (series) by Helen Hoang
πŸ—Ό Tokyo Ever After (series) by Emiko Jean
🦊 Wicked Fox (duology) by Kat Cho
πŸ‘‘ Three Dark Crowns (series) by Kendare Blake
πŸ”₯ The Rise of Kyoshi (duology) by F.C. Yee
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πŸ› The Atlas Six
πŸ‘» Gallant
✨ The Kindred
πŸ“± The Boyfriend Project
πŸ’› Life's Too Short
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Lifestyle, Self Care · December 1, 2021

How to Combat Holiday Season Stress and Overwhelm

Raise your hand if the holiday season often brings about unnecessary stress.

I can definitely relate. I’ve always considered myself a Christmas elf and I love everything about the season. However, there have been years that made me want to throw in the towel on the whole shebang. Sometimes I just need a break and there’s none in sight.

So, I went on a quest to find the best self-care specifically for Christmas-time. These tips are guaranteed to put you in a holly jolly mood (or just help you wind down after a long day). These are tried-and-true and I’ve been working them into my own schedule this year, creating a very pleasant and relaxing season!

From Halloween through New Year’s Day, I work my tush off. Creating a self-care routine with a holiday vibe has helped keep the stress and overwhelm under control.

Start by actually scheduling time off. This might seem easier said than done, especially if you’re self-employed or working from home, but when you prioritize time for yourself (even just fifteen minutes of it in the middle of your day), you’re going to feel better. That being said, here are some of my favorite ways to enjoy holiday self-care.

Put on your favorite holiday music – This could be some upbeat Mariah Carey tunes or it could be soothing Christmas jazz. My personal favorites? Lindsey Stirling, Pentatonix, and Tori Kelly! I actually listen to a lot of instrumental holiday playlists while I’m working to help me remain upbeat. Just because I love all of you so much, I’ve created two Spotify playlists for this season. One is instrumental and the other includes vocals (so there’s something for every mood).

Bake some Christmas cookies – My mom always says that baking is one of the best stress-relievers and I think she’s right! At the end of a long day, just getting into the rhythm of mixing ingredients and ending up with a fun treat at the end is super satisfying. Looking for something new to try? I love chewy molasses cookies.

Watch a cheesy movie – There are hundreds of holiday movies to choose from, so whether you’re a fan of the ultimate cheese of Hallmark films or you love a classic like White Christmas, there’s something to satisfy your binging desires. If you need some recommendations, I have over 60 awesome Christmas movies on this list.

Wrap gifts – This might not seem relaxing for everybody, but I know there’s a kindred spirit out there who loves wrapping gifts as much as I do. Don’t worry about perfection, just set out all the supplies you’ll need and have at it by the Christmas tree. I like to turn on one of those cheesy movies or listen to an audiobook while I work. It’s actually quite relaxing and I’m getting something productive done simultaneously.

Go for a walk in the chilly weather – This one feels pretty self-explanatory. There is actual scientific proof that cooler weather is excellent for the body and getting your blood pumping out in the cold, winter sunshine is a great way to relieve stress. Make a point to get outside and move your limbs, even if the cooler temperatures aren’t your favorite thing.

Have a festive spa night – Light your favorite scented candles or put some cinnamon and orange essential oils in a diffuser to create the right atmosphere. Then drop a soothing bath bomb or bubble bar into the tub, pour a mug of spiked spiced mocha, and unwind while listening to some of that holiday music I mentioned earlier. You’ll feel yourself relaxing in no time.

Read a Christmassy book – Reading is my ultimate form of self-care and I make a point to read for at least an hour or more every day. I read before bed rather than checking my phone and I listen to audiobooks while doing mindless tasks. There are so many amazing holiday-themed books and my very favorite is Finding Christmas.

Go see the bright holiday lights – Whether this means mapping out a tour of tacky homes or trekking to a local light show, seeing Christmas lights always puts me in a better mood! I enjoy going to drive-through light shows with my husband. Even though it is sometimes a super long wait to get into the event, seeing all those beautiful lights was so worth it. We also enjoy our local botanical garden that gets decked out with thousands of festive lights each year!

Buy something for yourself – Tis the season for giving, I know, but hear me out. Sometimes in the hectic activity of shopping for all your loved ones, you find something that just speaks to you. Sure, you can try to add it to your own wishlist and hope someone else gets it for you, but treating yourself isn’t always a bad thing – especially with the crazy amounts of sales going on. Opening up a box that you know contains something you’re really thrilled about can totally boost your spirits!

Do absolutely nothing – Sometimes you don’t want to think, do, or go. That’s okay. After my 10+ hour workdays, I often find myself turning on a Christmas ambiance video on YouTube and just sitting there staring into space. The mind needs time to recharge. If you want slightly more activity without exerting any additional energy, try a Headspace meditation!


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  1. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    December 18, 2020 at 11:15 AM

    These are great suggestions! I love all of these ideas! I may have to pick a copy of Finding Christmas, it sounds adorable.
    Thanks for sharing your tips to relieve holiday stress.

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  2. Lizzie says

    December 18, 2020 at 12:19 PM

    Love all of these ideas! Doing absolutely nothing sounds so nice right now lol! And I love your taste in music. You’re my kind of gal! πŸ˜‰

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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  3. Lee says

    December 18, 2020 at 1:32 PM

    I neeeeed to take some of this advice this weekend – I am in quarantine post-travelling and so can’t even leave my parent’s basement and STILL have been so overwhelmed with busyness! I’m determined to block off some time to do nothing this weekend. Also, Im putting one of your spotify playlists on now to have in the background while i work! Thanks for making those!

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  4. Lucy says

    December 18, 2020 at 3:12 PM

    I can’t believe we both published the same post today Stephanie, how weird is that! So obviously I’m going to agree with all these points you made! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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  5. Fransic verso says

    December 18, 2020 at 3:19 PM

    I like upbeat music and I listen to it sometimes in the morning haha. Definitely, we need to do something for ourselves.

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  6. Rach says

    December 18, 2020 at 3:31 PM

    I love these tips! Christmasy books and wrapping gifts are definitely a stress reliever for me. Wrapping is so therapeutic. To make it manageable I wrap them as I receive them so I don’t have to do them all at once!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  7. Candace Hampton says

    December 18, 2020 at 5:27 PM

    Self-care is the best care! A lot of people forget about taking care of themselves in the midst of getting ready for the holidays. I love your personal tips for dealing with stress that you have shared with us. It is important that everyone finds their own ways to deal with holiday stress that works for them and tries to exercise practicing them.

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  8. Jennifer Prince says

    December 18, 2020 at 6:36 PM

    I need to create my own spa night! That sounds so luxurious! I’ve been purchasing, wrapping, writing, blogging, doing social posts…etc. It’s a busy time for sure. I truly need the mental and body break that even a bath would afford!

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  9. Ming Qian says

    December 18, 2020 at 8:08 PM

    I love cheesy holiday films too! Even though the acting is terrible in movies such as the Princess Switch and the Christmas Prince, I love them all anyway. It’s funny how I had a friend over yesterday who kept mocking my Christmas film choices, but I countered with “hey, it’s Christmas.” Come to think of it, some of the best Christmas films are also the cheesiest, aren’t they? Also, my favorite holiday film is The Holiday! I’ve watched it every year for the past three years, and I can’t wait to watch it again this year.

    Thanks for sharing your list of ways to relieve stress this festive season. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas! πŸ™‚

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  10. Tanvi Rastogi says

    December 18, 2020 at 8:27 PM

    They are great tips. Incidentally Indian holidays/festivals are spread out over the course of the year so there is no big stress on any one time but I do see my American friends getting overwhelmed in December a lot.

    β₯ tanvii.com

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  11. Kileen says

    December 18, 2020 at 10:48 PM

    These are awesome ways to relieve stress, especially during the Winter and holiday season! When I feel stressed, I try to meditate and exercise! Those seem to help me a lot.

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  12. Jenny in Neverland says

    December 19, 2020 at 6:13 AM

    I needed this right now, my love! I’ve been SO busy these past few weeks and I’m having a full week off from Monday and it cannot come soon enough. It’s so needed. I just desperately need to switch off from work, my blog and social media and just… do whatever I want! It’s so important to take some time for yourself this time of year x

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  13. Molly says

    December 19, 2020 at 8:10 PM

    I’m usually not terribly stressed during the holidays, it’s one of my favorite times of year…but this year has definitely been different. These are such great ideas to help relieve some of the stress of the season!

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  14. Marissa Belle says

    December 20, 2020 at 12:07 AM

    I love these ideas! I’ve been super busy for the past 3 months, being employed full time whilst working on my blog AND Christmas time with my small business was not easy, but I managed to do it, pretty happily as well! Just wish my work hours weren’t 44 hours a week minimum… I would love to spend more time on self care!

    ✨ Marissa Belle Γ— marsybun.com ✨

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  15. Neely Moldovan says

    December 20, 2020 at 1:54 PM

    I really needed this post! I have felt so especially stressed and overwhelmed the last week.

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  16. Stephani says

    December 20, 2020 at 8:33 PM

    These are all perfect ideas!! I love watching holiday movies and wrapping gifts!!

    Xo, Steph

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  17. Lovely says

    December 20, 2020 at 10:49 PM

    These are great tips! I’m all in for the festive spa night. My favorite way to unwind.
    xoxo
    Lovely
    http://www.mynameislovely.com

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  18. Adaleta Avdic says

    December 21, 2020 at 1:05 AM

    This is so helpful because with Adaclaus, and my holiday workload, along with holiday general stress, I am literally constantly stressed. This is so helpful!

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  19. Merry Sari says

    December 21, 2020 at 2:29 AM

    I have felt so stressed and overwhelmed the last week so I spend the weekend visited some great places in Bali! That was indeed relief my stress πŸ˜€ I really need these tips from you x

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  20. Brandi L Brown says

    December 21, 2020 at 9:17 AM

    Such great ideas! I do find myself doing many of these when I need a break during the busy holiday season. I’ll have to add reading something Christmas-y.

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  21. julie says

    December 21, 2020 at 10:40 AM

    This season always makes me feel stressed out, just with the gift giving aspect alone. Getting gifts my peeps will love! I like your suggestions of talking a chilly walk – I try to walk my dogs everyday, no matter how cold! Getting outside is great for my self care and my dogs too!

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  22. Melanie says

    December 21, 2020 at 11:39 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing this! Sometimes we get so caught up in the stress and doing all the things that we forget to actually enjoy the moments with our family.

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  23. Kelly Bolen says

    December 22, 2020 at 10:03 PM

    I love cooking, in general. and it is a huge stress reliever for me!!!! But I should probably do more than just that!!

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  24. Em says

    December 23, 2020 at 11:26 AM

    these are all great tips for stressful holiday season!

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  25. Malia Reed says

    December 1, 2021 at 2:15 PM

    I love these ideas! Sometimes you really just need to veg out and watch a cheesy movie! I recently took some time away from my long to-do list to watch Princess Switch 3 and the cringe was real, but it was definitely entertaining! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!

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  26. Deborah says

    December 1, 2021 at 4:16 PM

    Ooh these are all such good ideas, especially going for a walk in the colder weather! Luckily for me, my dog needs his walks and I’ve grown to love chilly mornings, and I can confirm, it’s done wonders for my mental health!

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  27. Corinne says

    December 1, 2021 at 5:45 PM

    I feel like I want to do absolutely nothing! I’m always doing something or feeling like I need to do something. Really need a bit of a break hah.

    Corinne x

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  28. Caz / InvisiblyMe says

    December 1, 2021 at 6:15 PM

    These are all great ideas! I quite like going for a walk because I usually hate the idea, but then when you’re out there it’s refreshing and you can get the space you need to clear your mind a little. Plus, you appreciate getting home in the warm so much more. I’d actually like to take a short drive around town one of the nights soon to check out the lights. That’s a really good idea. I don’t go out on the evenings since getting sick, so it’s been years since I’ve really seen or been able to appreciate all the prettyness. xx

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  29. Lovely says

    December 2, 2021 at 12:51 AM

    These are fab tips to de-stress during the holiday season.
    xoxo
    Lovely
    http://www.mynameislovely.com

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  30. Alison says

    December 2, 2021 at 4:33 AM

    I love that you have wrapping gifts on this list. It’s one of my favourite things to do! I’ve even considered volunteering at those wrapping stations in the mall because I enjoy it so much haha. And cheesy Christmas movies are always a good relaxing time too πŸ™‚

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  31. Megan Elliott says

    December 2, 2021 at 9:00 AM

    Ok, now I just want to spend the day doing ALL of these things!! Lol such great ideas. I actually really like wrapping presents too! For me it’s a pretty mindless activity that still keeps me moving a bit, and I love to put on a cheesy Hallmark Christmas movie while I do it. P.s. spiked spiced mocha?! YUM!

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  32. Gemma Jayne says

    December 2, 2021 at 3:47 PM

    These are some brilliant tips! I do think sometimes Christmas can be stressful with so much to do and presents to buy and so on, so it is important to take a step back and just do nothing like you said. I also like running, going for walks and seeing the lights and having that Christmas music and movies on xx

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  33. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    December 2, 2021 at 7:44 PM

    Definitely going to follow your instrumental holiday playlist! I need instrumental music for writing/working but I’d love to add some festiveness. These are great tips!

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  34. Simona says

    December 3, 2021 at 8:05 AM

    I feel so much and loved reading this article. Like you, I am so horribly overwhelmed with work and life in general…so many people to see, things to do, places to be at…I just wish we could slow down! I will need to get on to some of these stress relief activities and try my best to stay grounded a bit x

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  35. I'm All Booked Up says

    December 3, 2021 at 3:49 PM

    It’s so true. I’m in the need of relaxation and a cheesy holiday movie.

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Do you read books related to your interests? πŸ“– Do you read books related to your interests? πŸ“–
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I'm currently reading two books that are closely related with things (outside of reading) that I love: the NBA and Marvel πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Shot Clock by @justinwritesya and Caron Butler (ARC) is a middle-grade novel all about heart, hope, and of course lots of great basketball πŸ€ This has been the perfect book to read while I watch the NBA conference finals β›ΉπŸΎ
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We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story by @simuliu has been absolutely phenomenal 😍 I've been a huge fan of Simu for quite some time and learning more about his family, his life, and how he became Shang-Chi has been really incredible πŸ’₯ Plus, he narrates the audiobook 🎧
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It's really great to discover books that relate to my other interests because it just makes me feel so comforted and happy! 🀍 Now I need more books about superheroes and basketball πŸ˜‰
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What was the last book that made you really emotio What was the last book that made you really emotional? 🀣😀😭😍
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This could be any kind of emotion, really - from excessive joy or laughter to anger or sadness - I'm just a huge fan of books that make me FEEL 🀎
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I was recently sent an ARC of Love Times Infinity by @lanewriteswords and it sent me on a total rollercoaster of emotions 🎒 It was an absolutely incredible book and I can't wait for everyone to read it! πŸ“– SWIPE to see my full review ✍🏼
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I didn't even know duologies were a thing until I joined bookstagram, but over the past couple of years, I've discovered several favorites (so many that I actually wrote a whole blog post about them) 🀎
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A few that I love a little extra:
πŸƒ Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
πŸ¦‹ Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
πŸ‘‘ A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A Brown
βš“οΈ All the Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace
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And a couple with upcoming sequels I'm anticipating:
🐺 The Wilderwood by Hannah Whitten
🦒 Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
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I lost my cool (in the best way) when @what_eats_owls announced the release date for Painted Devils, the gorgeous sequel to Little Thieves! πŸ₯€ It's going to be torturous waiting a whole year, but I know it'll also be totally worth it! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I also can't count the number of times I've watched the trailer for First Kill - the upcoming Netflix show based on @veschwab's short story in Vampires Never Get Old: Tales with Fresh Bite πŸ§›πŸΌβ€β™€οΈ It's been quite some time since I was this excited for a vampire show 🩸
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And in YA romance news, I'm geeking out over the cover and title reveal for @dilemmalord's next book! 🀍 It sounds like it'll be the perfect way to kick off 2023 (yes, yes I am thinking that far ahead and pondering which Taylor Swift song to pair with the release) πŸ™ˆ
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This has been such a controversial topic for so long and I've personally struggled with it A LOT πŸ™ˆ For years, I refused to quit reading a book unless the subject matter was too triggering or frightening for me to handle 🫣 I would even go so far as to read entire series that I literally didn't like, just to see if the books got any better and changed my mind 🧠
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HOWEVER... this recently changed for me! πŸ™€ This month, I chose to put down four books that weren't serving me - and it was so insanely freeing! 🍾 I felt like a weight was lifted off me, not forcing myself to read things I wasn't into - and while I still might give some books the benefit of the doubt and finish them (some of my favorite books of all time started off with me feeling very so-so about them)... I will no longer be struggling my way through series I'm not enjoying or novels that make me feel uneasy πŸ™ŒπŸΌ 
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Have you ever almost DNF'd a book that you wound up loving? 🀎 Which was it? πŸ“– 
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I'm all about underrated books and try to recommend my faves on a regular basis because I think that they deserve just as much love as the hyped books 🀎 BUT I also enjoy reading my fair share of hyped books (even if they don't always live up to the hype) πŸ™ˆ
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The last few books I read that 100% lived up to the hype were:
🐐 Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez (this book made me feel so seen it was unreal. I wept several times)
πŸͺ· Defy the Night by Brigid Kemmerer (I was so thrilled with how much I enjoyed this fantasy)
πŸ’„ The No-Show by Beth O'Leary (this author is usually a winner for me and her latest release didn't disappoint)
πŸ› The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake (I was unsure for the first 3rd of the book but it wound up being a 5-star read by the end!)
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Which fictional books would you recommend reading Which fictional books would you recommend reading for AAPI Heritage Month? πŸ“š
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It has literally *always* been of utmost importance to me to read books written by - and about - people that aren't just like me (a cis, white, American woman) πŸ“– It's so important to continue expanding my little world! 🌎
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Here are some of the fictional books I would recommend in a heartbeat to read this month:
πŸ“ž Dial A for Aunties (series) by Jesse Q Sutanto
πŸ‰ Six Crimson Cranes (duology) by Elizabeth Lim
🀍 The Kiss Quotient (series) by Helen Hoang
πŸ—Ό Tokyo Ever After (series) by Emiko Jean
🦊 Wicked Fox (duology) by Kat Cho
πŸ‘‘ Three Dark Crowns (series) by Kendare Blake
πŸ”₯ The Rise of Kyoshi (duology) by F.C. Yee
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As you all know very well, I'm not the type of person to purchase books unless I've read them first (my exception being sequels to books I own or authors who never let me down) πŸ™ˆ That being said, I'm pretty picky about which books I DO spend my money on πŸ’³
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I recently did a bit of a haul on #IndependentBookstoreDay to get my hands on some of my favorite books from the past year and I can't wait to have them in my hands soon! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ Below is the list of titles I ordered from my favorite indie shops:
πŸ› The Atlas Six
πŸ‘» Gallant
✨ The Kindred
πŸ“± The Boyfriend Project
πŸ’› Life's Too Short
🎈 All Fired Up (pre-order, since I loved the arc)
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While the gorgeous cover was certainly what drew me in (this has now landed in my top 3 fave covers of all time 😍), the story was absolutely BRILLIANT and I think everyone needs to add it to their July TBR! πŸ“š You're definitely going to want to get your hands on this masterpiece 🀍
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Swipe πŸ‘‰πŸΌ to see my full review of The Wonderland Trials πŸƒ and tell me which upcoming FANTASY release you're excited to read this summer β˜€οΈ
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Did you know that May is Mental Health Month? πŸ’š As someone who has battled with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder for a great deal of my life, well written mental health rep in books is so important to me! πŸ“– It's always so encouraging to pick up a novel and feel truly seen while turning the pages πŸ‘€
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A few books that have really stood out to me because of their mental health rep are:
β€’ The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (this book quite literally changed my life and it's still one that I turn to whenever I'm struggling)
β€’ The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by VE Schwab
β€’ A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A Brown
β€’ The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman (this is another comfort book for me because I've never found another character quite as much like me as Nina)
β€’ Amelia Unabridged by Ashley Schumacher
β€’ Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert
β€’ The Sound of Stars by Alechia Dow
β€’ This Might Get Awkward by Kara McDowell (this author knows how to write about anxiety in a way that's more relatable than I've seen in nearly any other book)
β€’ It's Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini (this book got me through high school - in more ways than one)
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