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Are you planning to pick up Yours Truly when it comes out in April? πŸ“– Have you read any of Abby’s other phenomenal romance novels? πŸ₯°

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Lifestyle · March 11, 2022

6 Playlists You Should Listen to While Working

All photos by Ellieelien on Unsplash

It doesn’t matter whether I’m working, reading, or just trying to enjoy a peaceful evening – I always have music playing.

More often than not, I prefer calm instrumental playlists over heavy vocals or a loud beat. This helps me put all my focus into whatever activity I’m participating in, and I’m less distracted by the music itself. Don’t get me wrong, I’m just as excited when Taylor Swift releases an album, and I’ll have it on repeat for months. I just know that as I’ve gotten older, I care less about who’s popular on the radio, and more about how a lovely jazz tune makes me feel inside while I’m preparing dinner.

I use a lot of the songs I listen to as music on my Instagram stories, and I received quite a few questions about where I was finding them. Apparently, other people enjoy peaceful and soothing melodies as much as I do! I wanted to share my favorite playlists with you so that if you’re studying or working, or you just want some nice background music for the evening, you have plenty of options!

What to Listen to When You Need to Relax

As you can see, the playlists I’ve picked out are either piano, jazz, or lo-fi – all without vocals. These are my personal preferences, but I highly suggest browsing Spotify’s different radio options based on the songs you enjoy, or just typing in an activity in the search bar to see what appears. That’s how I’ve found most of these!

I find these playlists to be incredibly relaxing. If you walk into my home at any given moment, there’s a good chance one of these will be playing softly from the speakers in at least one room.


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  1. Laura Allen says

    August 7, 2020 at 11:50 AM

    Girl, I always have backround music on, whether I’m at home or driving, I need something to zone out to. I find that whenever I listen to instrumental or piano music, I’m much happier, and more at peace as a whole. I’ve been searching all over spotify lately for music that’s both soothing and motivating, so this was the perfect post to read! Thank you for sharing your recommendations! You rock!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:35 PM

      I’m so glad to hear that this came at such a good time! I definitely prefer this kind of music to most anything else now. I barely even know who is on the radio anymore (unless you count Taylor Swift, because obviously folklore took priority over EVERYTHING) haha!

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  2. Lizzie says

    August 7, 2020 at 12:14 PM

    I’ve been looking for some new music to listen to! I loveee jazz and piano music! I usually listen to piano while I work (or the Game of Thrones soundtrack). Can’t wait to check these out!

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:35 PM

      I’ve heard a lot of people love the GoT soundtrack. Since I didn’t watch the show, it doesn’t hold the same appeal to me, I suppose. But I do love a good instrumental movie soundtrack when I can find one πŸ™‚

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      • Lizzie says

        August 11, 2020 at 9:09 PM

        I’ve actually never seen the show lol! I just randomly found the music and I LOVE IT! Haha!

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  3. rebecca says

    August 7, 2020 at 1:00 PM

    ooh thanks SO much for sharing these!!! john and i have been listening to the same ambient play list for MONTHS and desperately need something new! checking these out asap.

    xx reb // thecrystalpress.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:36 PM

      Haha! After a while, the whole thing starts to sound the same when you listen to it over and over. I get that! Hopefully these will help mix things up a bit. You’d probably really like the lo-fi one if you enjoy the ambient playlist.

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  4. Kileen says

    August 7, 2020 at 1:13 PM

    I’m the same way where I love having music playing constantly! It doesn’t matter if I’m cooking, cleaning, chilling or whatever, I love having a good playlist going. I’ll add these to mine and try them out!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:37 PM

      I used to listen to a lot of different artists, but over the past few years, I’ve discovered that I much prefer instrumental music to keep me company while I focus on my work. It’s also great music for winding down in the evenings and for just resting/relaxing.

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  5. Shirsha says

    August 7, 2020 at 2:47 PM

    Yay for new music suggestions! Thank you. I am always looking for new bits of listen to. I am gonna give these a try.

    Your photograph selections are amazing, btw. Truly cozy. Love them!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:38 PM

      I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! I’m currently listening to the lo-fi playlists as I work. They’re great for keeping me focused on my tasks. And thanks! I can’t take any credit since they’re stock photos, but the photographer is amazing, right?

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  6. Carrington | Chaos and Coffee says

    August 7, 2020 at 3:15 PM

    Ooooo I love listening to the Peaceful Piano Playlist and the Lo-Fi Cafe. So relaxing and I feel like they help me think a lot better! Xx.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:38 PM

      Oooh I don’t know anyone else who likes these playlists, so that’s super fun to find out! If you like those, you’ll definitely enjoy the others as well πŸ™‚

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  7. Jennifer Prince says

    August 7, 2020 at 5:28 PM

    I love that you can share Spotify playlists like this. So fun! And I totally need to grab some relaxing music for work. It helps me to have something going on in the background to keep my mind going. Fab suggestions!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:39 PM

      Me too! I’m constantly sending playlists to my friends and family, and when someone mentioned the music on my Instagram stories, I figured that I could share with my blog audience as well πŸ™‚

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  8. Melissa says

    August 8, 2020 at 6:06 PM

    When I’m relaxing, I tend to listen to sad songs hahaha I don’t know why. And when I’m working I need more cheerful music that boots my energy. So mainly music in Spanish.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:40 PM

      Well… I wouldn’t necessarily consider these to be sad, but they sure are peaceful, so maybe they fit your relaxing mood? πŸ˜‰ I used to listen to a lot more music with vocals while working, but now I prefer instrumental because it helps me focus a bit more on my task. I only listen to something else in the car or when I wanna DANCE haha!

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  9. Tanvi Rastogi says

    August 9, 2020 at 5:13 PM

    I will definitely check out your playlists. Even though I am someone who likes it quiet while working. But I am always lookin for new music for drives and walks.

    β₯ tanvii.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:41 PM

      I typically cast my music to my Google Home and have it turn the volume to like 5-10% so it’s really quiet. It’s just like background noise that helps drown out the sounds that surround my townhome, but it’s not so loud that it distracts me, which I like!

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  10. Sarah Lindner says

    August 10, 2020 at 7:29 AM

    I’m another one who forever has the music playing regardless of what I’m doing. Love checking out your playlists…always nice to come across something new and fresh (at least to me). Thank you for sharing! xoxo, Sarah

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:41 PM

      I was hopeful that these wouldn’t be overly familiar to the people checking out the post, so that’s nice to hear πŸ™‚ They’re definitely my favorites for working, relaxing in the evenings, and reading!

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  11. Laura Leigh says

    August 10, 2020 at 8:21 AM

    I never listen to play lists while working for some odd reason but really need to get on that! My husband does and always has such fun facts and stories to tell me from the. Thank you for sharing some ideas! Will definitely be checking them out this week!

    xo Laura Leigh
    https://louellareese.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:42 PM

      I was home-educated growing up, and my mom used to come into my room and I’d be SUPER focused on math with like… The Jonas Brothers blasting in the background. She was always so confused as to how I worked and listened to something simultaneously, but I can’t focus as well without it, crazy enough! Now my music choices have just changed a bit. I realize that the instrumental tracks help me feel calm and focused much more than something with vocals.

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  12. Anna English says

    August 10, 2020 at 10:27 AM

    Okay, this has to be one of my favorite posts as of late! I’m definitely saving these for later.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:43 PM

      Oh, that’s awesome to hear! Thank you so much for the encouragement. I hope you really enjoy these playlists πŸ™‚

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  13. Deborah says

    August 10, 2020 at 4:09 PM

    Great recommendations! I’m definitely a lo-fi fan and I have the same playlist on repeat, as well as “Studious Ghibli” (it’s a Studio Ghibli-inspired lo-fi playlist) and the popular ChilledCow playlist!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:43 PM

      That’s AMAZING. I didn’t know about the Studious Ghibli one and now I definitely need to check it out. I love the ChilledCow playlist, and that’s actually what inspired me to find the other lo-fi options. Now I just kinda circle through all of these depending on the day and my mood and I never get tired of them!

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  14. greta says

    August 10, 2020 at 9:57 PM

    Cool playlists! I listen to a lot of rock or hip hop when working. It’s gets me moving and the juices flowing!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:45 PM

      Everyone has their tastes πŸ™‚ For some, it’s music with an intense beat and heavy vocals, and for others, it’s something calm and instrumental. I used to fall into the first category, and now I’m very much in the second haha!

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  15. Adaleta Avdic says

    August 11, 2020 at 1:14 AM

    I love this post so much, since I always run out of things to listen to ESPECIALLY when it’s relaxing music. I always listen to waves crashing when I’m trying to sleep, but I need something more relaxing for work!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 11, 2020 at 12:45 PM

      I listen to cabin rains when falling asleep, so I get that for sure! But these are the playlists I enjoy most before I actually go to sleep, when I’m reading and relaxing in bed – or when I’m working πŸ™‚ I hope you can find a playlist you enjoy!

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  16. Rachel says

    August 11, 2020 at 6:56 PM

    These playlists are so good! I typically listen to music while I work but since I’m now working from home, I’ve been going between music, catching up on my favorite shows, and podcasts while I work!

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

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  17. Kelly Diane says

    August 12, 2020 at 4:52 AM

    I usually listen to cheesy pop when I’m working. It probably stems from working in retail with music in the background. However I love the thought of listening to calm, instrumental music and will check out your recommendations.

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  18. Caitlin says

    August 12, 2020 at 9:02 AM

    These playlists are so good! Thanks for sharing!

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  19. Nailil says

    August 13, 2020 at 8:05 PM

    Thanks for sharing.I love finding new playlists. πŸ™‚

    Xx, Nailil
    https://thirtyminusone.com

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  20. Annie says

    August 17, 2020 at 9:50 AM

    Lo-fi CafΓ© and Rainy Day Jazz are two of my go-to playlists as well! Have you ever listened to the Spotify playlist that’s just called “Relaxing Massage”? That’s another one that’s great for tranquil background music when working!

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  21. Natalie Ast says

    August 17, 2020 at 8:55 PM

    Lofi cafe is one of my faves! I actually stopped subscribing to Spotify (used a family member’s plan for Tidal) and miss all these amazing playlists. Your post reminded me I need to switch! LOL xo, Natalie http://nataliastyleblog.com

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  22. simplyjolayne says

    April 16, 2021 at 9:06 AM

    Like you, I usually have music in the background. Instrumental music doesn’t take away from the focus I need as I work.

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  23. Tracy says

    April 16, 2021 at 11:14 AM

    I love this! I am always looking for new playlists and will be add these to my Spotify favorites. I also enjoy music playing around the house often.

    Tracy
    https://www.findyourdazzle.com

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  24. Linda says

    April 16, 2021 at 1:43 PM

    Yessss! Background music is the perfect way to uplift, zone in, zone out or just plain old turn a mood around. Honestly, I don’t so much listen while I’m writing or in front the computer, but ALWAYS have some kind of jazzy French cafe playlist going when I’m in the kitchen!

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  25. Venus says

    April 16, 2021 at 8:06 PM

    I’m always looking for some music to listen to while I’m working. Lately, music has been one of the most helpful ways for me to stay focus because. Quiet can be a little bit too quiet.

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  26. Lee says

    April 16, 2021 at 10:38 PM

    Thanks for sharing! Im always looking for new music that isn’t top distracting to have one while I’m writing blog posts etc!

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  27. Jaimie Tucker says

    April 17, 2021 at 11:33 AM

    I was thinking about how I need to start listening to music more often. The barrier was some new inspiration as the hip hop I usually like is not suitable for background music. This was great timing to read your post!
    xo Jaimie
    http://www.jaimietucker.com

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  28. Lizzie says

    April 19, 2021 at 11:38 AM

    Oooo I’m going to check these out! For some reason, I love listening to the GOT soundtrack (although I’ve never seen the show haha!).

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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  29. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    April 20, 2021 at 10:20 AM

    I recently started listening to LoFi! It is my go to working and writing music now. I also like listening to instrumental versions of pop music. I can’t have vocals playing if I’m writing, it’s way too distracting.

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  30. Laura Leigh says

    April 21, 2021 at 4:09 PM

    will 100% be checking these out! I never use to listen to anything while working but recently have started to here and there and actually quite like it. thank you for sharing these and inspiring my work day!

    xo Laura Leigh
    https://louellareese.com/

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  31. Jamaria Johnson says

    April 25, 2021 at 3:19 PM

    This is so good! I love this post so much and I can’t wait to check out your playlists! Thank you so much for sharing! xo

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  32. Ro // A Cup of Kims says

    July 23, 2021 at 10:02 AM

    Love these tips and these photos! I can’t listen to certain kinds of music while working, but I also can’t work in silence, so I gravitate towards a lot of lo-fi, classical, or inspirational music. I’ll have to check out these playlists!

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  33. Lovely says

    July 30, 2021 at 2:17 AM

    Life without playing music is inconceivable to me. I start my day with music. Thanks for sharing these playlists!
    xoxo
    Lovely
    http://www.mynameislovely.com

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  34. Allie Mackin says

    March 11, 2022 at 6:36 PM

    Oooo thanks for the heads up on these playlists, I use to listen to Lush all the time.

    Allie of
    http://www.allienyc.com

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  35. Lizzie says

    March 14, 2022 at 10:59 AM

    You have great taste in music! I just listened to snippet of these and it’s totally my style. I’m the same – I ALWAYS have music playing (but then again, I’m a musician so I’m either listening to it, playing it or humming it lol). I even got a shower radio lol! For work, I definitely love jazz and piano (although the GOT soundtrack was my music of choice for quite a while).

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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  36. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    March 16, 2022 at 11:05 AM

    I always have LoFi on while I’m working! I can’t listen to anything with words while writing, so instrumental is where it’s at. I need to check out your Jazz recommendations. I always think of the terrible smooth Jazz that my parents liked growing up when I hear the word Jazz haha.

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After the dramatic ending of The Ballad of Never After, I’m counting down til the release of A Curse for True Love! 🦊 I need to know what happens next because I’m going absolutely nuts right now πŸ˜…
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I’m also so excited for Foxglove, The Brothers Hawthorne, This Cursed Light, and Threads of Power - a few series continuations that I just know are gonna be phenomenal! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Do you plan to read romance books during Love Mont Do you plan to read romance books during Love Month? 🀎
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Pretty much my entire TBR this month is just cute romances and I can’t wait to dive in πŸ“– 
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Some of the titles I’m most excited about:
πŸŽ“ Begin Again by Emma Lord
πŸ“š Exes and O’s by Amy Lea
🌻 In the Weeds by B.K. Borison
πŸ’• Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert
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What are your favorite high seas adventure books? What are your favorite high seas adventure books? πŸ΄β€β˜ οΈ

If I’m being totally truthful, I haven’t read that many of them BUT I just finished my reread of All the Stars and Teeth and was reminded how much I love it 😍 I need more books like this! 🌊

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My favorite fictional character of all time is Genya Safin from the Grishaverse 🀍 This badass Tailor has a taste for the finer things and would absolutely drink a deliciously dark roast with notes of cherry, walnut, and rich chocolate 🀀 I think she would enjoy a café au lait -- drip coffee with steamed milk -- that David prepared for her in a drip coffee contraption of his own making 🫢🏼
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Did I go way too in-depth on this just because I love these characters and coffee a little too much? πŸ™ˆ Maybe I did, but it was fun πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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How do YOU take your coffee? 🀎
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What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️ It What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️

It was absolutely wonderful to end 2022 with Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez 😍 I don’t like to pick favorites when it comes to my top authors, but this adorable fake dating romance may very well be my favorite book by her! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ

I’m a seriously picky romance reader, but Abby’s blend of sweetness and substance never ceases to amaze me and Yours Truly was no exception 🀎 Just like her previous novels, this one made me cry my eyes out as I saw bits and pieces of myself in each of the characters πŸ₯Ή It was just SO GOOD, y’all, and you can find the full review on my blog! 🫢🏼

Are you planning to pick up Yours Truly when it comes out in April? πŸ“– Have you read any of Abby’s other phenomenal romance novels? πŸ₯°

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Honestly, it’s not very often that I finish a book in one day - either because I find myself too busy or I just can’t concentrate for such a long period of time πŸ˜…

BUT every once in a while, I have a weekend day where I can just fully sink into a story and enjoy it from start to finish without distractions πŸ“– That’s what I did with BEACH READ last Sunday and it was wonderful πŸ₯° I read it when it first came out, but this time, I really got to enjoy it in a new way - and I couldn’t put it down! πŸ™ˆ 

If only I could have more days like that πŸ˜‚ Have you read Beach Read or anything else by Emily Henry? β˜€οΈ

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Today is my third bookstaversary, friends! 🀎 I can't begin to express how thankful I am for this wonderful community and how it has impacted my life over the last three years πŸ₯Ή
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As many of you know, I was a full-time fashion blogger for over five years and somewhere along the line, I found that I just didn't love it anymore πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ I wanted to find somewhere I could truly be myself and spend more time talking about fantasy novels, crisp autumn mornings, a great cup of coffee, and how to achieve the ultimate cozy lifestyle β˜•οΈ
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I joined bookstagram in 2020, thinking it would just be a fun little hobby to have on the side while I continued my fashionista hustle... and a year later, I rebranded EVERYTHING to The Espresso Edition πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I've made talking about books and coziness my full-time gig and I couldn't be happier about it 😍
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Thank you all for welcoming me to this wild and wonderful corner of the internet πŸ™ˆ Cheers to tons more bookish goodness! πŸ“š
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However, from my current reads, I would NOT take anyone from Jade Legacy (because you never know who might end up unaliving), I'd definitely take both Kell and Lila from A Darker Shade of Magic, I'm not entirely sure I'd enjoy coffee with Katniss from The Hunger Games (since she's not the most exciting conversationalist), but I'd absolutely love chatting it up with Alina from Shadow and Bone! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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What is a spin-off series that you prefer over the What is a spin-off series that you prefer over the originals? πŸ“š

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Typically I’m all about the OG series (like Shadow and Bone), but every once in a while, there’s a really great spin-off or continuation that I wind up just loving! 🀩 I’m excited to discover even more this year πŸ—“οΈ

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Crazy enough, my very favorite book of all time is a stand-alone fantasy 😱 If you don't listen to a single other book recommendation I have this year, that's fine, but *please* read Into the Heartless Wood by Joanna Ruth Meyer 🌲 It is absolute perfection! 🀌🏼
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Some of my other favorite stand-alone fantasy books:
🌿 THE NATURE OF WITCHES
✨ THE INVISIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE
πŸ— THE STARLESS SEA (on audiobook)
πŸ’€ THE BONE HOUSES
πŸŒ™ WINTERWOOD
πŸ’” HEARTLESS
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πŸ•―οΈ GALLANT
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