Author(KOLD)UrbanLit📚📖👓🖤

797 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

0 saved

2

Need A Read?

#lemon8bookclub #streetlit #urbanromancerecs #paranormalstories #kold

5/25 Edited to

If you're a fan of authentic urban street literature, diving into KOLD's writings offers a truly immersive experience. These stories vividly portray life "From Being In The HOOD... To Writing HOOD STORIES," capturing the gritty realities with cinematic precision. The raw and real narratives combine suspense and nail-biting drama, making each book a page-turner. What sets this collection apart is its versatile storytelling that spans genres including streetlit, urban romance, and paranormal tales. This mixture keeps the content fresh and intriguing. For example, titles like "Full Throttle" and "Ducati Mob" suggest high-energy, adrenaline-pumping plots, while "Spooked" hints at supernatural elements woven into the urban landscape. Reading KOLD's works felt like walking the streets of Clarksville, Tennessee, and experiencing the heartbeat of the community firsthand. The emotional depth and the complex characters resonate well with readers who appreciate authenticity in fiction. It also highlights the street codes and occupational fantasies within the hood culture, offering readers more than just entertainment but a glimpse into a lifestyle less seen in mainstream literature. For anyone new to streetlit or urban romance, starting with this series is highly recommended. It not only entertains but educates by presenting diverse perspectives and multidimensional characters. These stories make the urban environment almost a living character itself, enhancing the storytelling. Overall, KOLD’s books are a must-read if you crave stories that are unapologetically real and filled with passion, suspense, and a touch of the paranormal. The series stands out for delivering a unique voice that is both engaging and reflective of real urban experiences.

Related posts

spiciest dark romance books you need to read

how many of these have you read? here are some more dark romance books you need to check out! these are definitely on the darker side so be sure to check the trigger warnings before reading. #lemon8challenge #lemon8bookclub #darkromance #bookwormsoflemon8 #bookrecommendations

2504 likes

A collage of dark romance book covers with the text 'UNDERHYPED DARK ROMANCE BOOKS' in bold, white letters outlined in black. Red chili pepper emojis are at the bottom, suggesting spicy content.

The book cover for 'Taming Seraphine' by Gigi Styx, featuring a gun, roses, a skull, and handcuffs. Arrows point to tropes like age gap, possessive MMC, serial killer x hitman, he saves her, knife to the throat, and touch her and die.

The book cover for 'Black Sheep' by Brynne Weaver and Alexa Harlowe, with neon pink text on a dark, splattered background. Arrows indicate tropes such as professor x student, age gap, revenge plot, serial killer FMC, he falls first, and enemies to lovers.

underrated spicy dark romances you need to read

have you read any of these? these underrated dark romances deserve more love! if you’re looking for something new, give these a try. #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #booktok #darkromance #bookrecommendations

10.4K likes

A close-up of the book 'Pussy: A Reclamation' by Regena Thomashauer, a New York Times Bestseller, highlighted as a healing book to read for self-care and personal growth.

A hand holding the book 'This Is How You Heal' by Brianna Wiest, a collection from the bestselling author, recommended for self-care and healing practices.

The book 'Good Vibes, Good Life' by Vex King, which has sold over one million copies, resting on a person's lap by a pool, promoting self-love and wellness.

Beauty X Brains | Healing Books 🫵 Need To Read ❤️‍🩹📖✨

Give Yourself 3 Months!! 📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚 ✨Take care of your body, mind, & soul. Give yourself 3 months to organize your time, eliminate procrastination, get into the habit of practicing radical self-care & self-love. ✨Delete the apps, block the numbers, wake up earlier, get dressed up e

4369 likes

A person holds a book titled "unf*ck your finance Your handbook to financial freedom" by Melissa Browne, with text overlay "Books Need To Read To Elevate Your Wealth."

The book "The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel is displayed next to a bookmark that reads "Every page is a new adventure."

Two books, "girls just wanna have funds" and "Girls that Invest" by Simran Kaur, are placed on a soft, white textured surface.

Books 🫵 Need To Read To Elevate Wealth & Mindset

📚🧠📖 #booksforhealthyhabits #mindsetbooks #books #booktok #book

1153 likes

Four books are displayed: "Girls Just Wanna Have Funds," "Girls That Invest," "Outspoken," and "What You Think of Me Is None of My Business."

A modern office features a dark wooden desk with an Apple computer, two black sculptural chairs, a framed portrait of a woman, and a black surfboard.

A hand holds a red book titled "I AM THAT GIRL" by Alexis Jones, with bookshelves visible in the background.

Books 🫵🏽 need to read Pt. 1 ☕️✨️

Pull up a chair, Sis & let’s read together 📖✨️ #bookclub #barnesandnoble #bookishgirlgang📚

990 likes

Read This When You Need a Reset

Daily affirmations you can save I am grounded, calm, and in control. I am proud of how far I’ve come. I trust the timing of my life. I choose progress over perfection. My potential is limitless. I am worthy of love and compassion. I give myself permission to rest. I can do hard things.

265 likes

‼️Books You NEED to Read ‼️

If you’re looking to fall in love with reading again (or just escape reality for a bit), these books are IT. Add them to your list and thank me later! Which one’s already on your TBR? #blackgirlbookreccommendations #blackgirlswhoread #lemon8challenge #bookwormsoflemon8 #bookrecommend

833 likes

even more spicy books I need to read ASAP!!🌶️🖤

I am absolutely obsessed with a good, spicy, smutty, dark romance book and I keep buying more and more! The spicier, the better!!! 🌶️❤️‍🔥 My TBR is growing by the day and I seriously cannot get enough!! With that, here are a few more of the spiciest books on my physical to-be-read shelves and m

2007 likes

A person in a pink sweater and white pants is reading an open book, with pink shoes visible. A pink banner overlay reads "12 Marketing Books You Need to Read in 2024."

A collage of six marketing book covers with their titles, authors, and descriptions: Hooked, How to Win Friends & Influence People, The Gap and the Gain, The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing, Contagious, and Epic Content Marketing.

12 Marketing/Biz Books You Need to Read in 2024 💌

One of my top New Years resolutions is to up my reading my game! 💌📚 My goal is to read 1 book/month all of 2024. Here are my 12 picks for any marketer looking for there next good read! I compiled these as a mix of my personal favorites that have stuck with me (atomic habits and influence hav

535 likes

If you are a female you need to read this!!

I am shocked… I thought I was knowledgeable about the birth control pill and side effects of them. I knew that they there were many times with different hormones and some work better for some people and some do not. I have been on the pill for a few years and I didn’t have any drastic changes

4713 likes

A hand holds a book titled 'BIBLICAL COUNSELING A topical index for Christian living' by Chuck Smith, with a red 'MUST READ!!!!' overlay. The book cover features a geometric design and a cross symbol.

An open book page displays the heading 'DISCERNMENT' and text discussing spiritual understanding. It includes sections for 'God's Perspective,' 'God's Promises,' 'Make a Change,' 'Biblical Examples,' and 'Prayer' with associated Bible verses.

An open book page shows the heading 'FASTING' with text explaining its purpose to strengthen the spirit and its biblical examples. It lists sections for 'God's Perspective,' 'Make a Change,' and 'Biblical Examples' with relevant Bible verses.

A book you need to read! 🤍

Thanks #booktok for recommending this book! Great reference book to study as you grown closer to God! ❤️🤗 🙏🏾 #biblestudy #biblestudyforwomen #biblereading #bibletips Purchase: Amazon

559 likes

An open notebook and a pink mug sit on a wooden outdoor table, overlooking a vibrant green backyard. The text 'This might make you emotional...' is overlaid, suggesting a reflective moment related to self-love and healing.

A page from 'The Real Glow Up' book is open, highlighting text about regularly practicing self-care and nurturing one's inner child to create a healthy environment for oneself.

The pink cover of 'THE REAL GLOW UP' book rests on a floral patterned surface, accompanied by a bouquet of pink roses. An overlay encourages self-care for one's inner child.

You need to read this 🥹🌸

📖: The Real Glow Up✨ A guide to self-love & healing—to glowing from within. To creating a life that doesn’t just look good on the outside but feels good from the inside. 🕯️ (B00k 🔗’d in bi0//on amznn🤍) #selflove #healing #selflovebooks #healingbooks #selfhelp

459 likes

campus novels you need to read 🍂🧡🏫

One genre of fall books I'll always reach for is the campus novel. I think I love them so much because academic institutions exist as very material microcosms of larger societal problems, allowing them to contain within strict borders high stakes power dynamics. They're also incredibly flex

322 likes

Two poetry books, 'Heal to Glow' and 'You Deserve Your Own Love Too,' both by Chelsey Armfield, are displayed on a light-colored surface. An overlay reads, 'Two healing poetry books that feel like a warm hug,' promoting them for self-love and healing journeys.

2 poetry books you need to read 🌸

If you are on a healing or self-love journey these books will help gently guide you home to yourself. You shouldn’t have to do this all on your own—and these books make you feel like you have a friend or older sister in your healing journey to support you through it all. 🥹💗 (B00k’s 🔗’d in bi

33 likes

A book titled "THE REAL GLOW UP" on a glass table next to a vase of dried flowers, with wooden blinds in the background and the text overlay "Keep going ☁️".

You need to read this ☕️

📖: The Real Glow Up✨ A guide to self-love & healing—to glowing from within. To creating a life that doesn’t just look good on the outside but feels good from the inside. 🕯️🌷 (B00k 🔗’d in bi0//on amznn☁️) #selflove #healing #selflovebooks #healingbooks #selfhelp #se

93 likes

💼Career tip: u NEED to read marketing newsletters💼

If you work in marketing, you'll probably get the interview question "How do you stay up to date on the industry?" And the best answer is: NEWSLETTERS! These are my top 3 newsletters for staying up to date on marketing campaigns, creative, and industry news. Maybe you'll ev

70 likes

A cozy bed with green checkered bedding features a rattan tray holding a matcha drink, cookies, a plant, and the book "Old Flames and New Fortunes." A tablet displays an animated scene, labeled "nostalgia," suggesting a relaxing reading and viewing experience.

A cozy bedroom scene shows a bed with green checkered bedding and a rattan tray. The tray holds a book, a drink, and cookies. A tablet displays a scene with a young boy and girl, complementing the "Cozy vibes" text and the book's romance theme.

A close-up of a cozy reading setup on a bed with green checkered bedding. A rattan tray holds the book "Old Flames and New Fortunes," a matcha drink, and cookies. A tablet shows a romantic scene of a couple kissing, aligning with the book's second-chance romance theme.

a book you need to read

loved this book sm! I finished this book last weekend and I adored it. This book takes place in a small town where people believe in magic. I loved all the friend dynamics and if you love second chance romance you might fall head over heels for this one 🥹 Romina and Alex were high-school sweethear

1297 likes

A hand holds the book 'Stoner' by John Williams, featuring a man in a suit on the cover, against a light green fabric background. Text overlay reads: 'a book you need to read this fall'.

A hand holds an open book, revealing its pages. Text overlay describes 'Stoner' as a 'slow, existential campus novel' exploring themes of 'love, work, passion, failure'.

A hand holds an open book, showing its text. Text overlay states: 'Williams' concise yet romantic style perfectly enhances Stoner's stoic demeanor' and 'this was one of my favorite books I read this year!'.

a classic you need to read 📚🍂

I hadn't originally planned to read Stoner this year but on a trip to the library I stopped and read the back cover. Soon I was reading the introduction and then before I knew it I had been sitting there for 30 minutes and was already 20 pages in. On the surface Stoner doesn't seem like a b

72 likes

An open book spread with the overlay text "The Best Romantasy series I've EVER read." Visible book text includes a quote about a "murderer" and "monster," and a newspaper article mentioning "Princess Evangeline Fox."

A book page with a dedication: "For anyone who has ever made a bad decision because of a broken heart," accompanied by a small broken heart drawing. Below, a list of tropes includes "enemies to lovers" and "slow burn."

Three books from the "Once Upon a Broken Heart" series by Stephanie Garber, titled "Once Upon a Broken Heart," "The Ballad of Never After," and "A Curse for True Love." They feature dark covers with ornate designs.

A romantasy series you need to read!🍎

You guys, this is my favorite series of the year. I CANNOT get it out of my head. I don’t know what it is about this series, but something about it just has me obsessed. The world building and magic system is just… idk… magical. Enchanting. It just feels cozy and awe-inspiring all at the same ti

360 likes

You need to read this 🤍

📖: The Real Glow Up✨ A gentle guide to healing, to self-love, to self-care—to glowing from within 💛 (B00k 🔗’d in bi0//on amznn🕊️) #selflove #healing #selflovebooks #healingbooks #selfhelp #selfhelpbooks #booksthatchangedmylife #bookrecommendations #mentalheal

184 likes

Need to read 🥰

Here is the #book duo you never knew you needed and it’s on #amazon ! Thank me later #amazonfinds #mustread #goodreads #bookclub #Lemon8 #thankmelater

865 likes

Spiritual Awakening Books you NEED to Read 👁️✨📚

I see you guys are enjoying the last post, and I wanted to do another part of very informative books That aid in understanding the concept of what it means to be “spiritual”. 🌱📚 contrary to popular belief, your mere existence is spiritual in itself and these books are simply mirrors to help you

303 likes

A stack of books, including 'The French Art of Not Trying Too Hard' and 'Spark Joy,' is on a table. The image features the title 'BOOKS FOR WHEN YOU NEED A QUIET READ,' accompanied by a shushing emoji and a muted bell icon, suggesting peaceful reading selections.

A hand holds the book 'Stoner' by John Williams, described as a quiet, profoundly moving novel about an ordinary man's life. Keywords like 'Understated,' 'Poignant,' 'Bittersweet,' and 'Contemplative' highlight its reflective and resilient themes.

The book 'A Man Called Ove' by Fredrik Backman is displayed on a floral patterned fabric. It is described as a heartwarming, funny, poignant, and life-affirming story about community and connection, likened to 'a hug in book form'.

Books for when you need a quiet read

Sometimes, the world just feels too loud. Anyone else? 🙋‍♀️ When the noise gets overwhelming, I find solace in the quiet embrace of a good book. Curling up with a gentle, introspective story feels like a warm hug for my soul. These books I'm sharing with you today aren't about wild ad

130 likes

If you are a female you need to read this!! 💍💕

It's called "The Power of Feminine Energy" by Amelia Vazquez, on Amazon. If you're looking to start your feminine energy journey, I highly recommend this book! 🌷📖 I read it in just three nights because I couldn't put it down! ✨ It's a game-changer, and I absolutely loved i

222 likes

Five poetry books are displayed on a carpet, including Rupi Kaur's 'milk and honey,' 'home body,' and 'the sun and her flowers,' along with Whitney Hanson's 'home' and Morgan Harper Nichols' 'ALL ALONG YOU WERE BLOOMING.' The image features 'Poetry Books' and 'Worth the Hype' text overlays.

Poem Books You Need to Read

A few of my modern favorites #booksoflemon8 #poetry #poetrybook

287 likes

A BOOK YOU NEED TO READ ASAP!!

Plsssssss pick this one up if you haven’t already !! Just For the Summer is that perfect summer romance to get you in the mood for the warmer months. The fake dating is set up SO WELL (it’s not cheesy) and the character growth between these two is insane I also love the found family aspect an

49 likes

A hand holds several books with the title 'Haunted House Books You NEED To Read' in white text with a red dripping blood effect, set against a black and white checkered blanket.

The book 'We Used To Live Here' by Marcus Kliewer is displayed, with text describing new homeowners, an old owner who won't leave, and crazy things happening.

The book 'Beneath the Stairs' by Jennifer Fawcett is shown, with text highlighting a spooky abandoned house that seems to draw people to kill.

Haunted house books you NEED to read🏚️📚

Here are four must read haunted house thrillers! Each of these has the perfect eerie and creepy vibes for spooky season, and I hope you add them to your thriller TBR pile! We Used To Live here is a 2024 release and is possibly my favorite book of the year so far because it is just so horrifying and

663 likes

A white bookshelf filled with various fantasy and romance books, with the text 'Books I've Reread AND WOULD READ AGAIN' overlaid. Visible titles include 'Fourth Wing', 'Throne of Ashes', and 'A Study in Drowning', showcasing a cozy reading aesthetic.

Book covers for 'The Shepherd King Series' by Rachel Gillig, 'Two Twisted Crowns' and 'One Dark Window', displayed over a gothic church interior. Text highlights tropes like 'enemies to lovers' and 'forced proximity', with a 'gothic fairytale' and 'dark academia' aesthetic.

Book covers for 'The Cruel Prince Series' by Holly Black, including 'The Cruel Prince', 'The Wicked King', and 'The Queen of Nothing', set against a mossy forest with a stream. Text details tropes like 'bully romance' and 'political intrigue', with a 'dark fantasy' aesthetic.

You NEED to read these 📚

You know those books that just stick with you? The ones you wish you could experience for the first time all over again? These are mine. ✨📚 From royal betrayals to forbidden love and high-stakes fantasy, these series have everything I love in a book. Have you read any of these? Which one would y

179 likes

You need to read this 🥹

📖: The Real Glow Up✨ A guide to self-love & healing—to glowing from within. To creating a life that doesn’t just look good on the outside but feels good from the inside. 🕯️ (B00k 🔗’d in bi0//on amznn🤍) #selflove #healing #selflovebooks #healingbooks #selfhelp #self

29 likes

✨Fantasy lovers, need to read this series! 🌸

Okay I’m on the 4th book of the Crave series and I’m absolutely devouring these books. If you’ve read them, let’s talk about them! And if you haven’t, please check them out! ✨My Current Read✨ 📖 Name of the Book: Court 📖 Genre: Fantasy 📄 My Favorite Quotes: a lot of have to go back 💭 My

14 likes

An author I need to read more from🤌💋💞

Lucy score… the two books I have read from you are chefs kiss . ⭐️Overall rating: 5/5: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This story starts with two characters getting off on the wrong foot. They say things they don’t mean, they almost ruin the wedding, and they have to deal with the other rich snobs invited to the we

45 likes

Two open fantasy romance books are displayed, with the title "fantasy romance books you NEED to read" overlaid, introducing a list of recommended reads.

The book "A Court of Thorns and Roses" by Sarah J. Maas is shown, highlighted with descriptors like "fighting over a girl," "fated mates," "spicy," and "first person pov."

The book "Once Upon a Broken Heart" by Stephanie Garber is featured, described with "twists and turns," "returning to the Caraval world," "she makes a wish," and "morally grey characters."

fantasy romance books you NEED to read

I still can’t get over that mf “take off my belt” scene like rly rebecca 😭😭 #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookworm #book #booktok #bookaesthetic #booksoflemon8 #bookrecommendations #bookrecs

460 likes

A hand holds a stack of three books against a light curtain background. The overlay text reads "3 self help books to change your perspective" with doodle accents. A Lemon8 watermark is visible.

The book "You Are a Badass" by Jen Sincero, with a yellow cover, lies on a green textured surface. An overlay shows a 5/5 rating and a favorite quote from the book.

The book "Self Love Poetry" by Melody Godfred, featuring a line art illustration on its light cover, rests on a green textured surface. An overlay displays a 4/5 rating and a favorite quote.

3 self help books you need to read 📚✨

self-help books aren’t my usual read but when I do, I make sure that they are worth it! these are just a couple books that helped me through some weird times in my life and might help you too :) You Are A Badass (5/5): my best friend gave me this book and that just made it all the more impactful

135 likes

A grayscale image with the text "Need a new read? (Manga edition)" overlaid on a vinyl record player. Various manga panels and characters, including Himiko Toga and intimate romance scenes, are scattered around the text. The bottom left corner shows "Lemon8 @xkaycrochetx."

Need a new read? (Manga edition)

Need a new romance manga, but don't know which series to pick up, I've got the one for you. - This was the first manga series I ever read, and I love it so much!! I've already re-re/ad it a few times after purchasing it. I love it so much! - The title is Sweat and Soap, there'

13 likes

See more