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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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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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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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πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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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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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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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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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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Travel · July 22, 2019

A Full Review of The Washington Court Hotel

This post is in partnership with theΒ Washington Court Hotel and I was gifted a complimentary stay in their Executive Suite and adjacent Capitol View King. This in no way alters my thoughts of the hotel and as always, all opinions stated are my own. Thank you for supporting the companies that supportΒ The Espresso Edition.

If you’re planning a trip or staycation in Washington, D.C. then you need to book a night (or more) at the Washington Court Hotel – a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of the city.

Over the second weekend in July, I took a road-trip with my friend, Kaylyn, to Washington, D.C. I’ve been to this city more than a dozen times in my life, since I live less than three hours away, in Richmond. However, I’ve never really had the opportunity to explore much of it as an adult. I wanted to book a stay somewhere that was in the heart of all the activity, so I was incredibly blessed by Washington Court Hotel and their generosity in putting us up for the evening.

When we arrived at the hotel, the valet immediately jumped into action to take care of our car, and the hotel attendant placed all our luggage on a trolley to bring up to our room. Check-in service was quick and easy, and in no time, we were taking the glass elevator up to the 14th floor.

The executive suite provides an immense amount of space, with an entire living room, dining area, and wet bar. There was a pull-down bed (that can easily be pushed back up onto the wall), fully made and ready for Kaylyn, and a complimentary charcuterie board from the chef awaiting our arrival. Adjacent to this already luxurious sitting area was the “Capitol View King” room.

This hotel is just a few blocks from the Capitol Building and if you book this suite, you’ll be met with the most breathtaking view of the cityscape each time you peer out the window. In all honesty, I would’ve been perfectly alright spending my entire trip to D.C. just lounging on my king-size bed or couch, staring out the window, and counting the rooftop bars. I’m not even kidding when I say it was one of the most stunning city views I’ve ever seen.

Let’s talk a bit about what you’ll experience when you stay at the Washington Court Hotel.

Let me just preface this by saying that IΒ never sleep well on the first night in a hotel. It’s a whole thing. I’m always trying to adjust to an unfamiliar mattress, with lights in odd places, and sounds that startle me awake. However, I slept like aΒ rock during my one-night stay atΒ Washington Court Hotel. Their bed was the perfect combination of cushy and firm, they had blackout curtains that fully closed, every light turned out, and I had individually-controlled air conditioning (allowing me to keep it several degrees cooler in my room than in the living area where Kaylyn was resting). If my alarm hadn’t gone off the next morning, I think I would’ve slept way past our check-out time at noon.

If I could’ve changed one thing, it would’ve been the speed of the internet. As a blogger, I need to be able to navigate social media and my website quickly and easily, and I had plenty to post after a long day of exploring Chinatown and The Wharf. However, when I plopped down in bed to begin my work, I ended up turning the Wi-Fi on and off multiple times, and still couldn’t get great signal. It could have been the altitude though, so I’m giving them the benefit of the doubt, considering what a fabulous experience we had overall.

In the morning, you can order food from a personal tablet in your room. You can also check the weather, ask for fresh towels, and plenty more. It makes the experience simple and convenient. We were so busy taking photos and planning out our content for the day (all while wearing their giant, fluffy robes), that we didn’t have the opportunity to eat there, but next time I visit, I’m definitely taking advantage of their breakfast options! Check-out was just as quick and easy as check-in, and in no time, valet brought our car to the door so we could head to Georgetown!

Right now, Washington Court Hotel is running a really exciting contest! If you share your favorite moment from a trip to the hotel, you could win a 2-night weekend stay with free parking, and more!  In addition, they wanted me to let my readers know that if you book a stay on a Friday or Saturday night, they’ll waive the valet fee! So what are you waiting for? Get your booty to this luxury, boutique hotel right away!


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  1. Cathy says

    July 22, 2019 at 10:23 AM

    This hotel looks so nice! We are planning a trip there for next spring, I will have to check this hotel out!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:58 PM

      Oooh yesss this hotel would be right up your alley. Luxurious and modern, kid-friendly, and doesn’t totally break the bank!

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  2. Lydia says

    July 22, 2019 at 10:43 AM

    What a gorgeous suite, and the hotel sounds like it’s go so many fabulous amenities! Looks like you lived in up during your stay!
    Chic on the Cheap

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:58 PM

      We certainly did! We had the best time hanging out in the suite. Honestly, we could’ve stayed there the whole time and never gone out and I wouldn’t have been upset about it haha!

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  3. Rach says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:10 AM

    This hotel is so cute! Definitely looks an amazing place to stay. Next time I’m in D.C. I need to remember this hotel!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:57 PM

      For sure, put it on your list! It’s the best place to stay for a romantic getaway or a girl’s trip!

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  4. Adriana Renee says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:20 AM

    I’ve been wanting to go back to DC to visit. This seems like a great place to stay!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:57 PM

      It’s excellent, for sure. DC has so many amazing things to do, and this hotel was the perfect hub!

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  5. Hillary Conheady says

    July 22, 2019 at 12:50 PM

    Wow this room looks so nice! I want to visit asap!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:56 PM

      You should make a vacation to DC happen. It’s the perfect place to go for a girl’s trip!

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  6. Taylor Aube says

    July 22, 2019 at 1:33 PM

    This hotel looks so fancy,and I love a good charcuterie board! Your room is so spacious and I love the modern decor. The view is pretty amazing too 😍 D.C. is such a fun city to explore!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:56 PM

      Yesss – the fact that they greeted us with that amazing cheese board just made the whole experience even better. The space was amazingly luxe and modern, and the view was to literally die for!

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  7. Tanvi Rastogi says

    July 22, 2019 at 1:47 PM

    What a great suite and location for the hotel. Love all your pictures. Perfect staycation.

    β₯ tanvii.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:55 PM

      It would definitely be the perfect place for a staycation for you since you’re right there in DC! πŸ™‚ We still had to take a bit of a road trip, but it was 100% worth it for this place!

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  8. Greta says

    July 22, 2019 at 5:45 PM

    What a pretty hotel! It looks like y’all had the best stay.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:55 PM

      We had an amazing time. I’d never gone on a trip with any of my friends, so it was a really cool experience!

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  9. Laura S says

    July 22, 2019 at 10:06 PM

    Next time we come through that area, we are definitely looking into this hotel! It looks absolutely gorgeous! I have found that wifi at any hotel isn’t great, unfortunately which can be a huge bummer but definitely doesn’t take away from the rest of the time you have at an amazing hotel!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:54 PM

      It’s the perfect place to stay with your family! Tons of space, kid-friendly, and close to EVERYTHING in DC that you might want to do! The wi-fi issue was a bummer, but it could also have been because we were on the 14th floor haha!

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  10. Ashley Hargrove says

    July 22, 2019 at 10:20 PM

    This place looks absolutely amazing! The rooms are HUGE too which I absolutely love. There’s nothing worse than being cramped in a tiny room when all you want to do is relax!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:53 PM

      I couldn’t even believe the size. I think the entire executive suite was bigger than my townhome haha! But it was definitely nice to have all the space we needed – and then some!

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  11. Erin says

    July 22, 2019 at 10:39 PM

    Love DC and there are sooooo many amazing things to do! So glad you loved your stay! Will add it to our list to try when we switch up our spot next trip!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:51 PM

      They’re totally kid-friendly, so it would be perfect for you guys – and if you get a suite like this, you’d have all the space you need – plus a view that can’t be beat!

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  12. Kileen says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:20 PM

    This hotel looks amazing babe! Will definitely have to stay here if I’m ever in the area!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:51 PM

      You’d love it. Totally luxurious without being completely over the top. We loved every second of our stay!

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  13. Riah says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:28 PM

    Well I know where I’m staying next time I visit Washington, D.C., that’s for sure. Thanks for the info on this hotel!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:50 PM

      Oh YES girl, you gotta! It’s such an incredible place to stay.

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  14. Morgan Tyner says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:39 PM

    This honest review is just wonderful!! I am all about staying in boutique hotels and supporting them!! So, when I visit Washington, you can bet I’ll be checking this out! Also, your photos are the cutest & capture the space so well!! πŸ’«

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:50 PM

      Eeek you definitely need to check them out for sure! I would recommend this place hands down to anyone. It was absolutely spectacular from beginning to end.

      Reply
  15. Nataly says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:07 AM

    I love all your photos! Looks like you all had a wonderful time in the hotel! Looks like the perfect spot!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:49 PM

      It really was perfect for our little weekend away. I wish we could’ve even stayed longer. I wanted to take advantage of the giant bathtubs and do a good bubble bar soak haha!

      Reply
  16. Monica says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:27 AM

    The suite and the view look amazing! Washington D.C. is a great distance for a weekend trip for us (from Pittsburgh) and I would love to stay here for a future trip!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:49 PM

      Oooh girl if you ever go to DC, let me know and I’ll drive up from Richmond to meet you! Hehe you’d love it there!

      Reply
  17. Ifeoluwa says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:29 AM

    The executive suit looks amazing! Boutique hotels are best! I can’t wait to visit soon πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:48 PM

      Agreed for sure! I hope you get a chance to stay here at some point. It’s amazing!

      Reply
  18. Carrington Barfield says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:30 PM

    This looks like such a gorgeous hotel! I’ve never stayed in a boutique hotel, but this one sure does look pretty incredible! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:48 PM

      Honestly, I think boutique hotels are my favorite. There’s something much more personal about them, in my opinion. You’d love this one!

      Reply
  19. Oh to Be a Muse says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:42 PM

    You two are the cutest. I’ve never been to D.C., but at least now I know where to stay when I do eventually visit.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:48 PM

      Awww shucks, thanks! DC is amazing. There’s so much history and so many amazing things to do and see there. I recommend it to everyone!

      Reply
  20. Morgan says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:42 PM

    I just did a staycation in my city and it was so fun!! Next time I’m heading to DC I’m going to check out this place! I love a good modern hotel room πŸ™‚

    -Morgan
    How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:47 PM

      You’re right, that does sound fun! It’s been a little while since I’ve done a staycation. I’ll have to plan that for me and my hubby sometime soon! You definitely gotta check this spot out in DC next time you’re in the area.

      Reply
  21. Christie says

    July 23, 2019 at 2:08 PM

    Love this post! The pic of you on the bed gazing out over the city is #goals. I lived in DC for 3 years (just moved to Cali last year) and didn’t even know this place existed!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:47 PM

      Ahhh thank you! I couldn’t believe the view when we got there. I knew we booked the Capitol view suite, but I didn’t know it would be THAT gorgeous! Definitely dreamy. It’s certainly not glitzy on the outside, but the inside is another story. So beautiful!

      Reply
  22. Kasey Holloway says

    July 23, 2019 at 5:49 PM

    Wow! What a beautiful hotel! I also didn’t realize you live in VA! I live in Roanoke, so I frequent D.C. often! I will definitely have to put this hotel on my list to stay at!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:46 PM

      Haha, yeah girl I’m in Richmond. Just a hop skip and jump from you! DC is one of my favorite weekend trip spots πŸ™‚

      Reply
  23. Candace Hampton says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:19 PM

    What a nice hotel! I love the decoration of the room. It’s fun to order through the tablet. I stayed at a hotel in Philadelphia and they had tablets too.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:45 PM

      Everything was simple and clean and luxurious, which I loved. I had never seen a hotel with tablets like this. I thought it was SO cool!

      Reply
  24. Lily says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:06 PM

    This is such a chic hotel! I love it. Looks like y’all had a blast!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:45 PM

      Chic is an excellent way to describe it. It was totally gorgeous and comfortable!

      Reply
  25. Lee says

    July 24, 2019 at 12:12 AM

    wow that hotel room is massive!! Love it!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:43 PM

      It was certainly huge. And I’m glad for that because we had so much space to lay out all our outfits and things for the whole trip!

      Reply
  26. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    July 24, 2019 at 4:38 AM

    Oh my goodness, it looks like you rented out an entire HOUSE! That room is huuuuuge, and what an amazing view. For someone like me who loves the hotel part of travelling more than most other aspects, having a good view is super important! πŸ™Œ

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:42 PM

      HAHA! That’s exactly what I thought too. I think the square footage was actually larger than my townhome! It was magnificent, to say the least. And the view was to DIE FOR! Truly spectacular!

      Reply
  27. Crystal // Dreams, etc. says

    July 24, 2019 at 10:10 AM

    This looks like such a great place to stay! I’ve been wanting to get back to DC so next time I do I’ll keep this in mind.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:41 PM

      Yesss definitely make sure to check it out. This hotel was incredible and perfect spot to relax on a getaway!

      Reply
  28. Becky says

    July 24, 2019 at 10:23 AM

    That room looks incredible! True luxury. We are only about 3-4 hours from DC and it’s been awhile since I’ve visited, so I’d love to do a weekend trip there sometime.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:41 PM

      It really was luxurious. I was shocked at what an incredible price it was for something this “fancy”! You should definitely do a weekend getaway here sometime.

      Reply
  29. Rachel says

    July 24, 2019 at 10:51 AM

    Your trip to DC looked absolutely AMAZING! I’m heading down there on Thursday and so bummed that I didn’t book a stay at the Washington Court! Next time!

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

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:40 PM

      I’m gonna be sending you some more recommendations later today! Hopefully you’ll get to check out all the fun spots!

      Reply
  30. Maria says

    July 24, 2019 at 11:09 AM

    These pictures look lovely and like you two had the best time ever! I want a trip with my bestie! πŸ™‚ I’ve never visited this hotel, but next time I’m around the Washington D.C. area I’ll be sure to check it out.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 2:40 PM

      We definitely had a great time. I wish we could go back already! I had never done a trip with a friend before, so it was a really neat opportunity to go with Kaylyn!

      Reply
  31. Perri says

    July 24, 2019 at 2:55 PM

    Sounds like a lovely stay! I must say, I love the sound of using a tablet to order breakfast – then no one has to hear my sleepy voice, haha! I also adore city views and charcuterie so I’d say this hotel is for me πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      July 24, 2019 at 3:01 PM

      It was the definition of lovely. The tablet was such a neat addition. I’d never visited a hotel with that feature before and I really liked it! And the view couldn’t be beat, that’s for sure!

      Reply
  32. Tonya Morris says

    July 24, 2019 at 3:18 PM

    Your stay sounds amazing! I am only 45 minutes from D.C. so I will definitely try and stay here the next time I visit!

    Reply
  33. Helena Marz says

    July 24, 2019 at 6:59 PM

    This hotel looks awesome and looks like a time well spent! I have never been to Washington D.C. but if I get the opportunity to go, I will have to keep this hotel in mind!

    Reply
  34. Kristin Taylor says

    July 25, 2019 at 1:19 PM

    Ahhh this place looks perfect for our upcoming stay! My husband and I are going to DC soon to visit with some friends and were actually looking for a place that is centrally located and I guess, homey yet elevated. Comfortable chic!

    Reply
  35. Deborah says

    July 25, 2019 at 4:53 PM

    That hotel is so cute! I live in DC but this place would be so fun for a staycation!

    Reply
  36. Anna English says

    July 26, 2019 at 10:11 AM

    This looks like such a cute little spot! I love how open the space is.

    Reply
  37. Lauryn Hock says

    July 26, 2019 at 12:24 PM

    I haven’t been to Washington D.C. but it is on my bucketlist. I’ll definitely check out this hotel when we go!

    Reply
  38. Delia Atenea says

    July 26, 2019 at 2:40 PM

    I’ve never actually been to Washington DC but whenever I do, I’m definitely checking the Washington Court out! I love the clean lines and aesthetic of it!

    Reply
  39. Caitlin says

    July 29, 2019 at 12:14 PM

    You two are so cute! What a beautiful suite!

    Reply
  40. Carolyn says

    August 15, 2019 at 8:59 AM

    I would totally get my booty here if I lived nearby! I’ve been to DC once, and it was such a long time ago. I would love to visit as an adult! This place looks amazing to stay at!

    Reply
  41. Hillary Conheady says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    Wow this room looks so nice! I want to visit asap!!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      You should make a vacation to DC happen. It’s the perfect place to go for a girl’s trip!

      Reply
  42. Tanvi Rastogi says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    What a great suite and location for the hotel. Love all your pictures. Perfect staycation.

    ❥ tanvii.com

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      It would definitely be the perfect place for a staycation for you since you’re right there in DC! πŸ™‚ We still had to take a bit of a road trip, but it was 100% worth it for this place!

      Reply
  43. Rach says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    This hotel is so cute! Definitely looks an amazing place to stay. Next time I’m in D.C. I need to remember this hotel!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      For sure, put it on your list! It’s the best place to stay for a romantic getaway or a girl’s trip!

      Reply
  44. Lydia says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    What a gorgeous suite, and the hotel sounds like it’s go so many fabulous amenities! Looks like you lived in up during your stay!
    Chic on the Cheap

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      We certainly did! We had the best time hanging out in the suite. Honestly, we could’ve stayed there the whole time and never gone out and I wouldn’t have been upset about it haha!

      Reply
  45. Taylor Aube says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    This hotel looks so fancy,and I love a good charcuterie board! Your room is so spacious and I love the modern decor. The view is pretty amazing too 😍 D.C. is such a fun city to explore!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      Yesss – the fact that they greeted us with that amazing cheese board just made the whole experience even better. The space was amazingly luxe and modern, and the view was to literally die for!

      Reply
  46. Ashley Hargrove says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    This place looks absolutely amazing! The rooms are HUGE too which I absolutely love. There’s nothing worse than being cramped in a tiny room when all you want to do is relax!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      I couldn’t even believe the size. I think the entire executive suite was bigger than my townhome haha! But it was definitely nice to have all the space we needed – and then some!

      Reply
  47. Cathy says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    This hotel looks so nice! We are planning a trip there for next spring, I will have to check this hotel out!

    XOXO
    Cathy

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      Oooh yesss this hotel would be right up your alley. Luxurious and modern, kid-friendly, and doesn’t totally break the bank!

      Reply
  48. Greta says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    What a pretty hotel! It looks like y’all had the best stay.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:15 PM

      We had an amazing time. I’d never gone on a trip with any of my friends, so it was a really cool experience!

      Reply
  49. Erin says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    Love DC and there are sooooo many amazing things to do! So glad you loved your stay! Will add it to our list to try when we switch up our spot next trip!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      They’re totally kid-friendly, so it would be perfect for you guys – and if you get a suite like this, you’d have all the space you need – plus a view that can’t be beat!

      Reply
  50. Adriana Renee says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    I’ve been wanting to go back to DC to visit. This seems like a great place to stay!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      It’s excellent, for sure. DC has so many amazing things to do, and this hotel was the perfect hub!

      Reply
  51. Laura S says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    Next time we come through that area, we are definitely looking into this hotel! It looks absolutely gorgeous! I have found that wifi at any hotel isn’t great, unfortunately which can be a huge bummer but definitely doesn’t take away from the rest of the time you have at an amazing hotel!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      It’s the perfect place to stay with your family! Tons of space, kid-friendly, and close to EVERYTHING in DC that you might want to do! The wi-fi issue was a bummer, but it could also have been because we were on the 14th floor haha!

      Reply
  52. Nataly says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    I love all your photos! Looks like you all had a wonderful time in the hotel! Looks like the perfect spot!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      It really was perfect for our little weekend away. I wish we could’ve even stayed longer. I wanted to take advantage of the giant bathtubs and do a good bubble bar soak haha!

      Reply
  53. Carrington Barfield says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    This looks like such a gorgeous hotel! I’ve never stayed in a boutique hotel, but this one sure does look pretty incredible! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Honestly, I think boutique hotels are my favorite. There’s something much more personal about them, in my opinion. You’d love this one!

      Reply
  54. Monica says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    The suite and the view look amazing! Washington D.C. is a great distance for a weekend trip for us (from Pittsburgh) and I would love to stay here for a future trip!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      Oooh girl if you ever go to DC, let me know and I’ll drive up from Richmond to meet you! Hehe you’d love it there!

      Reply
  55. Kasey Holloway says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    Wow! What a beautiful hotel! I also didn’t realize you live in VA! I live in Roanoke, so I frequent D.C. often! I will definitely have to put this hotel on my list to stay at!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Haha, yeah girl I’m in Richmond. Just a hop skip and jump from you! DC is one of my favorite weekend trip spots πŸ™‚

      Reply
  56. Kileen says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    This hotel looks amazing babe! Will definitely have to stay here if I’m ever in the area!

    Kileen
    cute & little

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:15 PM

      You’d love it. Totally luxurious without being completely over the top. We loved every second of our stay!

      Reply
  57. Morgan Tyner says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    This honest review is just wonderful!! I am all about staying in boutique hotels and supporting them!! So, when I visit Washington, you can bet I’ll be checking this out! Also, your photos are the cutest & capture the space so well!! 💫

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:15 PM

      Eeek you definitely need to check them out for sure! I would recommend this place hands down to anyone. It was absolutely spectacular from beginning to end.

      Reply
  58. Morgan says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    I just did a staycation in my city and it was so fun!! Next time I’m heading to DC I’m going to check out this place! I love a good modern hotel room πŸ™‚

    -Morgan
    How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      You’re right, that does sound fun! It’s been a little while since I’ve done a staycation. I’ll have to plan that for me and my hubby sometime soon! You definitely gotta check this spot out in DC next time you’re in the area.

      Reply
  59. Christie says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    Love this post! The pic of you on the bed gazing out over the city is #goals. I lived in DC for 3 years (just moved to Cali last year) and didn’t even know this place existed!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Ahhh thank you! I couldn’t believe the view when we got there. I knew we booked the Capitol view suite, but I didn’t know it would be THAT gorgeous! Definitely dreamy. It’s certainly not glitzy on the outside, but the inside is another story. So beautiful!

      Reply
  60. Ifeoluwa says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    The executive suit looks amazing! Boutique hotels are best! I can’t wait to visit soon πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Agreed for sure! I hope you get a chance to stay here at some point. It’s amazing!

      Reply
  61. Oh to Be a Muse says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    You two are the cutest. I’ve never been to D.C., but at least now I know where to stay when I do eventually visit.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Awww shucks, thanks! DC is amazing. There’s so much history and so many amazing things to do and see there. I recommend it to everyone!

      Reply
  62. Candace Hampton says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    What a nice hotel! I love the decoration of the room. It’s fun to order through the tablet. I stayed at a hotel in Philadelphia and they had tablets too.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Everything was simple and clean and luxurious, which I loved. I had never seen a hotel with tablets like this. I thought it was SO cool!

      Reply
  63. Lily says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    This is such a chic hotel! I love it. Looks like y’all had a blast!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:14 PM

      Chic is an excellent way to describe it. It was totally gorgeous and comfortable!

      Reply
  64. Maria says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:04 PM

    These pictures look lovely and like you two had the best time ever! I want a trip with my bestie! πŸ™‚ I’ve never visited this hotel, but next time I’m around the Washington D.C. area I’ll be sure to check it out.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 8:24 PM

      We definitely had a great time. I wish we could go back already! I had never done a trip with a friend before, so it was a really neat opportunity to go with Kaylyn!

      Reply
  65. Becky says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    That room looks incredible! True luxury. We are only about 3-4 hours from DC and it’s been awhile since I’ve visited, so I’d love to do a weekend trip there sometime.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 8:34 PM

      It really was luxurious. I was shocked at what an incredible price it was for something this “fancy”! You should definitely do a weekend getaway here sometime.

      Reply
  66. Perri says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:15 PM

    Sounds like a lovely stay! I must say, I love the sound of using a tablet to order breakfast – then no one has to hear my sleepy voice, haha! I also adore city views and charcuterie so I’d say this hotel is for me πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

      It was the definition of lovely. The tablet was such a neat addition. I’d never visited a hotel with that feature before and I really liked it! And the view couldn’t be beat, that’s for sure!

      Reply
  67. Lauryn Hock says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    I haven’t been to Washington D.C. but it is on my bucketlist. I’ll definitely check out this hotel when we go!

    Reply
  68. Deborah says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    That hotel is so cute! I live in DC but this place would be so fun for a staycation!

    Reply
  69. Helena Marz says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    This hotel looks awesome and looks like a time well spent! I have never been to Washington D.C. but if I get the opportunity to go, I will have to keep this hotel in mind!

    Reply
  70. Anna English says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    This looks like such a cute little spot! I love how open the space is.

    Reply
  71. Delia Atenea says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    I’ve never actually been to Washington DC but whenever I do, I’m definitely checking the Washington Court out! I love the clean lines and aesthetic of it!

    Reply
  72. Tonya Morris says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    Your stay sounds amazing! I am only 45 minutes from D.C. so I will definitely try and stay here the next time I visit!

    Reply
  73. Kristin Taylor says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    Ahhh this place looks perfect for our upcoming stay! My husband and I are going to DC soon to visit with some friends and were actually looking for a place that is centrally located and I guess, homey yet elevated. Comfortable chic!

    Reply
  74. Carolyn says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    I would totally get my booty here if I lived nearby! I’ve been to DC once, and it was such a long time ago. I would love to visit as an adult! This place looks amazing to stay at!

    Reply
  75. Caitlin says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:36 PM

    You two are so cute! What a beautiful suite!

    Reply
  76. Lee says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    wow that hotel room is massive!! Love it!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 11:42 PM

      It was certainly huge. And I’m glad for that because we had so much space to lay out all our outfits and things for the whole trip!

      Reply
  77. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    Oh my goodness, it looks like you rented out an entire HOUSE! That room is huuuuuge, and what an amazing view. For someone like me who loves the hotel part of travelling more than most other aspects, having a good view is super important! 🙌

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 11:42 PM

      HAHA! That’s exactly what I thought too. I think the square footage was actually larger than my townhome! It was magnificent, to say the least. And the view was to DIE FOR! Truly spectacular!

      Reply
  78. Rachel says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    Your trip to DC looked absolutely AMAZING! I’m heading down there on Thursday and so bummed that I didn’t book a stay at the Washington Court! Next time!

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

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 8:24 PM

      I’m gonna be sending you some more recommendations later today! Hopefully you’ll get to check out all the fun spots!

      Reply
  79. Crystal // Dreams, etc. says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    This looks like such a great place to stay! I’ve been wanting to get back to DC so next time I do I’ll keep this in mind.

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 8:34 PM

      Yesss definitely make sure to check it out. This hotel was incredible and perfect spot to relax on a getaway!

      Reply
  80. Riah says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:42 PM

    Well I know where I’m staying next time I visit Washington, D.C., that’s for sure. Thanks for the info on this hotel!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 20, 2019 at 11:42 PM

      Oh YES girl, you gotta! It’s such an incredible place to stay.

      Reply

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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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Have you read any of these? πŸ“š 
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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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Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ β €β € Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ
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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)
πŸ’¬ Text messages
πŸ—Ί Maps
✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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What are some unique things you like seeing in books? πŸ“š 
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Leave me a string of emojis that describe your cur Leave me a string of emojis that describe your current read (or title) and I'll try to guess it πŸ™ƒ
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I haven't done this in a while and I'm usually pretty terrible at it, but it's fun and I'm always curious how people describe their CR with emojis πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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Here are mine:
Book 1: πŸ‘‘πŸ¦΄πŸ©ΈπŸŽ
Book 2: πŸ“–πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨πŸ»πŸš€πŸ’«
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Okay, maybe those were awful emoji descriptions, but it sure was fun to try and get creative with them πŸ˜‚ And in case you were curious, my books are For the Throne (arc) and Bookish and the Beast πŸ™ˆ
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Are either of these on your TBR? πŸ“š 
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What are you currently using as a bookmark? πŸ“– G What are you currently using as a bookmark? πŸ“– GIVEAWAY TIME 🚨
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I'm partnering up with @theseasonalpages to give away some really fun prizes:
πŸ”– 3 bookmarks of your choice from The Seasonal Pages
πŸ’³ a $25 gift card to @bookshop_org (because we love supporting indie shops)
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Here are the rules:
🀎 FOLLOW @theespressoedition and @theseasonalpages
πŸ’¬ TAG a friend in the comments
πŸ“± For an EXTRA ENTRY you can share this post to your stories (and make sure to tag us both - this is for public accounts only)
This giveaway is INTERNATIONAL and will end on June 1. The winner will be notified via DM.
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Good luck! β˜•οΈ 
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