Don't be lost or puzzled looking for a new book

Author website

Www.castampley.com

Merch store

Http://washed-in-the-blood.printify.me/products

Night Brawlers

In the shadowy realm between dreams and reality, Makas awakens with no memory of his past. Thrust into a world he doesn’t understand, he’s told he has a divine purpose: to brawl against the nightmarish creatures born from human trauma.

Welcome to Moonshade, a mysterious bar where the Night Brawlers gather. These chosen few are tasked with venturing into the subconscious minds of troubled souls, confronting the monstrous manifestations of their deepest fears and darkest memories.

As our hero grapples with his own lost identity, he must learn to navigate this dangerous dreamscape, facing not only the horrors lurking in others’ minds but also the growing suspicions and mistrust that his own forgotten past imposes on him.

Will he embrace his calling as a Night Brawler and uncover the truth of his existence, or will the monsters of the mind consume him, leaving the world of dreams—and reality—in peril?

Alone in the Metal

Alaric and his older brother, Leroy, were orphaned at a young age. While they spend their days busy and making bets for sweets, what they want more than anything is to find their parents and, with that reunion, hope to learn the reason for their abandonment. Unfortunately, so far, they have no leads because no one in the orphanage will admit to knowing anything about their family.

The night before Leroy's seventeenth birthday, everything changes when he eavesdrops on a conversation between Mrs. Winters, the headmaster, and one of the instructors. Leroy is left stunned to learn that every child in the orphanage is an android, stolen from their families and made into weapons for the military.

Leroy malfunctions and leaves all he remembers in a journal hidden under his mattress. Alaric finds the journal, which leads him down a dark road of questions and anger.

As memories of horrific acts that he has unwittingly committed in the name of the military come flooding back to him, he decides to embark on his most difficult mission yet: fighting for his own freedom.

#books #booktok #book #bookrecommendations #bookwormsoflemon8

2025/1/15 Edited to

... Read moreIn today's literary landscape, finding a book that captivates can be overwhelming. However, 'Night Brawlers' introduces a compelling narrative about a protagonist navigating the nightmarish landscapes of subconscious fears, offering readers a thrilling experience. This book brilliantly explores the concept of inner demons, challenging the reader to reflect on their own fears. On the other hand, 'Alone in the Metal' presents a dystopian tale centered around siblings grappling with identity and self-discovery amid shocking revelations about their existence. This narrative not only delves into themes of family and belonging but also raises questions about what it means to be human in a world of advanced technology. These books stand out in their respective genres, ensuring readers are not just entertained but also engaged in deeper reflections on trauma, identity, and human experience. For anyone looking to escape into captivating worlds, these titles are must-reads that you simply cannot miss.

Related posts

A hand with dark nail polish holds a stack of five books against a light-colored knitted background. Overlay text reads "CHRISTIAN Fantasy Books *Indie Authors" in purple and white, with two starburst icons.
A hand with dark nail polish holds a book titled "where darkness dwells" by Andrea Renae, part of "SONG of the SOLAS | BOOK ONE." The dark green cover features gold and light blue botanical illustrations.
A hand with dark nail polish holds a book titled "Bell of the Native" by A. Bean. The dark cover depicts a large bell with a glowing orange light inside, surrounded by dark feathers and white splatters.
Christian Fantasy Book Recs! ✨🍋🍋
Here are five of my all time favorite Christian fantasy books! One of them is a bonus rec because I wrote it myself 😜 guess which one it is?? What is Christian fantasy? It is a fantasy story written from a Christian perspective. Think of Christian characters fighting giants to protect their
Valicity Elaine

Valicity Elaine

8346 likes

A hand holds a thick white book vertically, with text stating 'The most I've ever cried during reading was because of this book.' A sand dollar shadow is visible on the wall.
A hand holds the book 'Bright Side' by Kim Holden, featuring an orange cover with a woman's face. Text on the image warns about crying and includes a five-star rating.
A hand holds the back cover of 'Bright Side' by Kim Holden, displaying the book's synopsis about Kate Sedgwick and Keller Banks, and asking 'Have you read this one?!'.
MOST EMOTIONAL BOOK EVER :,)
Thinking about this book lowkey still makes me tear up 😭 The synopsis for this book is pretty vague/short so I remember going into it honestly thinking I wasn’t gonna like it. (I also didn’t love the cover) I was so wrong!!! I read this in like 2 days and bawled my eyes out multiple times. I
KENNEDY ♡

KENNEDY ♡

746 likes

looking for some book besties! ✨️
Currently reading:A Court of silver flames Super excited for onyx storm I am 27 and First time mom trying to find time to read! Comment your favorite books and your current read! #bookrecommendations #bookstagram #booklemon8 #bookbesties #bookishaesthetic
Ari Berry 🍓

Ari Berry 🍓

765 likes

If TikTok’s gone, where do the Booktokers go now?
📚𝙷𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚘 𝙱𝚘𝚘𝚔 𝙳𝚛𝚊𝚐𝚘𝚗𝚜📚 QOTD: If you’re in the US & the TT ban is looming over your head, what platform(s) are you going to go to? I’m going to be on 🍋8, YouTube, Bluesky, threads & IG until a few new platforms release. I’m looking at Tome, which is geared toward readers. I heard it’s a
🌸Rae🌸

🌸Rae🌸

8257 likes

A bookstore display features a sign reading "Let the Dice choose your next Read" above numerous books wrapped in numbered brown paper, part of a "Roll for your Books" game.
A single book, wrapped in brown paper with the number "16" written on it, is shown on a light-colored surface, indicating the chosen book from the game.
The unwrapped book, titled "THE RACHEL INCIDENT" by Caroline O'Donoghue, features an abstract portrait on its cover, described as a cute romance novel.
Barnes and Nobel surprise book game
I’m at Barnes & Noble today and I saw this super cute blind date with a book idea. You rule the dice and whatever number lands on you pick the book. I love this idea especially because it leaves it up to chance. It’s always super exciting to see what will happen. This is also great because
Maddie

Maddie

645 likes

Witchy Book Series 📖
New Book Came in today 🙌 🤗! So excited to read this!! I've locally connected with a sect of Druids and am looking forward to gaining knowledge 👏✨️ #fyp #bookreccomendation #witchbooks #witchcraft #witchesoflemon8
The Norse Witch Revna 🐦‍⬛

The Norse Witch Revna 🐦‍⬛

332 likes

Im writing a book and i need your help
Hello book girlies. I am about 60 pages deap into my new book A whisper of shadows and starlight! I am looking for a test reader that would like to look over it! Im slowly writing through this and there are still areas im editing so it isnt a finished product. It is a spicy fantasy that takes place
Verronica❤️

Verronica❤️

1044 likes

A bookshelf filled with various mystery and thriller books, with a text overlay that reads 'Mystery/Crime Books recs'. Book titles like 'The Prince & The Apocalypse' and 'None Shall Sleep' are visible.
A hand holding the book 'The Mary Shelley Club' by Goldy Moldavsky, featuring a dark cover with a woman's profile and red text.
A hand holding the book 'We Were Warned' by Chelsea Ichaso, which has a dark cover depicting a flashlight and red, distressed text.
Mystery/Thriller Book recs
I love reading suspenseful mystery books. They make me really use my critical thinking skills unfortunately. But sometimes it’s just good to sit down with a good book and read the outcome. It’s always a plot twist. For all my mystery/crimes lovers, here are some recs. #mysterybooks #lemon8challe
Nehemiah

Nehemiah

348 likes

The Question Behind the Light: What Was It Called Before ADHD? The Moment In This Image A single lamp throws a circle of light on a textured wall, and the question sits in that glow like a secret. The photo pulls you closer, and the words invite a quiet history lesson that is really about unders
Heather Saladino

Heather Saladino

237 likes

Have You Ever Read a History Book?
It’s probably my hormones you guys because, you know, periods🙄🙄 But I’ll be brief. So Senator Bernie Sanders has been warning the United States about the rise of an oligarchy and the abuse of the working class for DECADES. No one gave a SHIT, including many “sympathetic” Democrats. Seeing him
Teanne☕️🫖

Teanne☕️🫖

378 likes

A title slide for 'The HP Boys meeting you for the first time part 2' against a dark, silhouetted Hogwarts castle background. It lists characters like Cedric, Neville, Theodore, Blaise, Mattheo, Lorenzo, and Percy.
A headshot of Cedric Diggory (Robert Pattinson) with light brown hair and a Hogwarts uniform, alongside a text description of a first meeting scenario in the Great Hall.
A headshot of Neville Longbottom (Matthew Lewis) with short brown hair and a light blue sweater vest, accompanied by a text description of a first meeting scenario in the library.
HP Boys React - Meet Cute pt 2
Who's your fave??? #hpboys #hpboysreact #harrypotterpov #slytherinboys #harrypotter
MoonlessMusings

MoonlessMusings

111 likes

A person's arm and leg are visible in a bubble bath, with a glass of drink on the tub's edge. A pink note with 'SELF CARE Book RECOMMENDATIONS' and two hearts is taped above the tub.
The cover of the book 'Good Vibes, Good Life' by Vex King is displayed, along with its ratings of 4.7 stars and 4.0 on Goodreads.
The cover of the book 'Single On Purpose' by John Kim is shown, featuring its title and author. It has ratings of 4.7 stars and 4.0 on Goodreads.
Self Care Book Recommendations
Self care & loving yourself properly is so important nowadays. Here’s some great reads for those who don’t know where to start or need an extra push on their healing journey 💛 #selfcare #selflove #shareyourthoughts #readingaesthetic #readingfavorites
Teralyn

Teralyn

443 likes

Book recommendations to strengthen relationships
All about love gives you insight on what loves means to you and how we often times were raised to accept certain behaviors as love and prioritize romantic relationships over platonic ones bell hooks breaks down and explain how love is love and often times the love that you are looking for romantica
Zayionia

Zayionia

113 likes

Urban book that has me in a chokehold!!
Something I love: #hellolemon8 #urbanbooks #bookwormsoflemon8 #blackauthors #booklover
Kiara Lewis

Kiara Lewis

48 likes

Chapter One:The Pain of Abandonment
Kina rubbed her eyes as her mother's voice jolted her awake. "Mom!? What are you doing home, and why are you waking me up so early? What's wrong?" she asked, concerned. "Nothing, baby. I just needed to let you know I'm going to be gone for a few days, that's all," h
Manifestingrace

Manifestingrace

6 likes

A collage of witchy-themed images featuring people dressed as witches, a black cat, candles, and tarot cards, with the text "WITCHY BOOK RECS" overlaid.
Six book covers for witchy romantic comedies, including "Witcha Gonna Do?", "This Spells Love", "The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches", "Hot Hex Boyfriend", "Spookily Yours", and "The Ex Hex".
Six book covers for witchy horror novels, including "The Year of the Witching", "Starling House", "A Sorceress Comes to Call", "Slewfoot", "Nettle & Bone", and "Cackle".
Witchy Book Recommendations
Looking for some enchanting reads to dive into? Check out my witchy book recommendations! #witchybookrecs #witchcraftbooks #witchybookhaul #booksforwitches
Ariella Eden

Ariella Eden

66 likes

Introduce Yourself #BookEdition
Write in the comments I’ll start for example: “I am The Only One Left” • This is such a fun / interesting way of us getting to know one another while also sharing great reads we’re currently reading or just finished. Looking for some new book friends, maybe we can start an online bookclub
333 ✨

333 ✨

1033 likes

70+ BookTok Fantasies on Kindle Unlimited
By now we all know how big a fan I am of Kindle Unlimited. I mean I do make a lot of posts about all the books you can find on Kindle Unlimited! This post generated from me realizing I needed to update my BookTok on Kindle Unlimited which had some books on there that sadly had left KU and reali
Aurora Kretsch

Aurora Kretsch

263 likes

Book Shopping: Spiritual Edition💫
I went to Barnes and nobles to look at a few books I always usually look for certain genres but today I felt more like looking for of a spiritual witchy book. Here are a some that caught my eye but I didn't end up grabbing, still thought I'd share maybe you guys have read it and can tell me
Luxella

Luxella

337 likes

An open book with text, wired earbuds, and a phone displaying song lyrics about feeling blue. Overlay text reads 'closed door romance book recommendations'.
The book 'The Unhoneymooners' by Christina Lauren, featuring a yellow cover with tropical art. Keywords include 'brothers best friend,' 'quick read,' 'cute banter,' 'enemies to lovers,' and 'rom com'.
The book 'The Stand-In' by Lily Chu, with a cover showing a woman split in two. Keywords highlight 'mental health rep,' 'rom com,' 'drama,' 'cultural rep,' and 'enemies to lovers'.
closed door romance bookrecommendations
I see so many spicy book recs but if your more of a closed door lover I got you bestie 💋💁‍♀️ #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookworm #book #booktok #bookaesthetic #booksoflemon8 #bookrecommendations #bookrecs
Readers.archive

Readers.archive

268 likes

A book I’m looking forward to Reading
I have heard such good things about this book and feel like I could relate based off the back of the book. I’m really exited to read it #books #reading #lovereading #book #Lemon8Diary
Tori

Tori

112 likes

Books that don’t get enough love on Booktok🥺
Okay so after looking at my bookshelf I’ve come to realize I really only have read popular booktok books😬. I have plans to change that. Anyyyywayyy, these are some books that I have read that I feel like they could use more love and hype within the booktok community: A Photo Finish by Elsie
Angelina🫶🏻

Angelina🫶🏻

201 likes

📚 Looking for a new book?
In Cerebis, not even thoughts are safe—but its citizens don’t know that. Secret neural devices that connect everyone are supposed to bring joy and comfort—but when an update purges the "imperfect," millions die, including Keyva. At least, it looked that way. Resurrected by the plan
andralarkin 📚✍🏼

andralarkin 📚✍🏼

11 likes

Book Review: Black Psychology (Fourth Edition) – A
#lemon8bookclub Book Review: Black Psychology (Fourth Edition) – A Transformative Exploration of the Black Experience Black Psychology (Fourth Edition), edited by the esteemed Reginald L. Jones, is more than just a textbook—it is a powerful and necessary work that reshapes the way we understan
Kendrick Bush453

Kendrick Bush453

396 likes

Super Puzzled Cats
it's like a game specifically designed to target me. Review code provided by Key Mailer #catgames #indiegames #videogames #streamer
Low Level Adventures

Low Level Adventures

20 likes

A person holds a stack of books, smiling, with bookshelves in the background. Text overlay reads 'SWIPE FOR ROMANTASY BOOK RECS✨⚔️🧚🤍'.
The Veiled Kingdom by Holly Renee, a pink book, features enemies to lovers, spicy scenes, secret identity, and one bed tropes.
Bride by Ali Hazelwood, a dark book, highlights arranged marriage, spice, vampyres & weres, and a 'my wife' dynamic.
Swipe for Romantasy book recs✨⚔️🧚🤍
If you are looking for some new romantasy recommendations here’s some goodies ☺️ I mainly talk about romantasy over on my booktok so if you need more book yaps you can find me there ✨ #romantasyrecs #romantasybookrecs
ky reads🧚🏼‍♀️

ky reads🧚🏼‍♀️

434 likes

A hand holds a copy of "The Lost Book Of Herbal Remedies: The Healing Power of Plant Medicine" by Nicole Apelian, Ph.D & Claude Davis. The book has a dark cover with gold botanical illustrations and an oval frame around the title and authors.
A page from "The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies" features information on Curly Dock and Purple Coneflower (Echinacea). A close-up photo shows purple coneflower blooms with yellow centers, illustrating the plant's identification.
A page from "The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies" details the medicinal uses of Dandelion. The text covers benefits like blood sugar control, liver protection, and detoxification. An image shows a dandelion plant with leaves and a flower.
The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies ✨ 🌿
Book Review: The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies: The Healing Power of Plant Medicine By Nicole Apelian, Ph.D & Claude Davis If you’re passionate about natural healing, plant based wellness, or simply want to be more connected to the Earth, The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies is an absolute must
KB

KB

173 likes

The image shows the cover of "The Action Bible," a comic book featuring various biblical scenes and characters in a dynamic art style. An overlay reads: "This kids comic book teaches the entire Bible."
A page from "The Action Bible" details the illustrator Sergio Cariello's background, including his work for Marvel and DC Comics. Comic art examples are shown, with an overlay stating: "illustrated by a former marvel & dc comics artist."
An open page of "The Action Bible" displays comic panels illustrating the creation story, specifically Day 3, Day 4, and Day 5. An overlay reads: "starts at the very beginning of creation."
This kids comic book teaches the entire Bible
Reading the Bible is overwhelming as is, especially for kids, but The Action Bible has changed everything for us! My son has put hours into reading this as it brings scripture to life in a way that's easy to understand. I highly recommend this for any family looking to grow their understanding
Ashley Salazar

Ashley Salazar

144 likes

A cozy bedroom scene with a bed, vanity, and window, featuring the title "MORNING ROUTINE FOR SCHOOL 7:30-9:00AM" overlaid on the image.
A neatly made bed with pink and white floral bedding, showing the steps "Wake up 7:30AM" and "Make bed 7:35AM" as text overlays.
A clear glass mug filled with water and several lemon slices, with the text "Drink Lemon water Or water 7:40" overlaid.
MORNING ROUTINE FORSCHOOL7:30-9:00AM
Hope this is useful! @Sky3xsq_
Inspiration<3

Inspiration<3

343 likes

A Kindle device with a horse-patterned cover and a white tumbler are on a white surface. Pink text overlays read "Books i rated highly on Kindle unlimited." The Lemon8 logo and username are visible.
The book cover for "Winter Garden" by Kristin Hannah is displayed, described as historical fiction and very emotional. A Kindle, an iced coffee, and four gold stars rating the book are on a white table.
The book cover for "Binding 13" by Chloe Walsh is displayed, described as young love and super emotional. A Kindle, an iced coffee, and four gold stars rating the book are on a white table.
kindle unlimited book recs 💫
kindle unlimited has AMAZING book options always! here are a few that i highly recommend if you haven’t gotten to them yet! I’ve rated all of these five stars and absolutely love them! all different genres for whatever vibe you’re looking for! let me know a recent book you have read on kindle unlim
Alli Beachy 🤍

Alli Beachy 🤍

252 likes

🎃 Book Recs for Spooky Season 👻
As someone that loves the horror genre. These are my current recommendations for this spooky season. If you've read any of these books, please leave a comment and tell me what you thought of them. Personally, my absolute favorites would have to be 'Slewfoot' and 'The Year of the Wit
Sappho-Saffyre

Sappho-Saffyre

80 likes

A Target bookshelf displays various popular books like 'Icebreaker,' 'The Love Hypothesis,' and 'Malibu Rising,' many with 20% off stickers. An overlay reads 'BOOK SHOP WITH ME AT TARGET!' and a 'Swipe' arrow is visible.
A Target bookshelf features books from Elle Kennedy's Off-Campus series, including 'The Score,' 'The Goal,' and 'The Legacy,' all marked with 20% off stickers. Other books like 'Wellness' are also partially visible.
A Target bookshelf showcases various books, including 'All the Bright Places,' 'Better Than the Movies,' 'The Inheritance Games' series, and 'The Outsiders,' with many displaying 20% off stickers.
I went book shopping at Target!
In all honesty, Target had some really good finds! I had trouble finding complete series, but if you’re looking for a good book you can conveniently grab while grocery shopping, Target’s the place!✨🍋 #Lemon8Diary #lemon8diarychallenge #bookfinds #books #bookaesthetic #bookish #bookt
Books With Ally

Books With Ally

760 likes

A laptop displays Sabrina Carpenter's 'Short n' Sweet' album on Spotify, surrounded by a coffee cup, two books, and a bag containing several other books, illustrating song-to-book recommendations.
This image features Sabrina Carpenter in the background, with text overlays recommending 'The Wife Between Us' for 'Taste' and 'Butcher & Blackbird' for 'Please Please Please', each paired with song lyrics.
Sabrina Carpenter is in the background, with text overlays recommending 'The Right Move' for 'Good Graces' and 'Adelaide' for 'Sharpest Tool', each accompanied by relevant song lyrics.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Short ‘n Sweet Book Recs
Y’all I have been OBSESSED with Sabrina Carpenter’s new album recently. I knew as soon as I heard it that I needed to create some book recs based on all of the songs. 💋Taste: The Wife Between Us (thriller) 🙏Please x3: Butcher and Blackbird (dark romance) 🏀Good Graces: The Right Move(sports r
Read_with_sav_

Read_with_sav_

499 likes

Let’s be book friends!
Hey! Kenzie here 📖🫶🏼✨ I recently got back into reading last year and need friends to yap with! I like reading tons of genres - especially classics, fantasy, and sci fi. I think my favorite reads so far this year were Lord of the Rings, Red Rising, Harry Potter, Inkheart, and Little Women. Whe
Kenzie’s Cozy Books ✨📖🫶🏼

Kenzie’s Cozy Books ✨📖🫶🏼

2102 likes

✨ Calling all book lovers ✨
📖 My name is Jessi and I’m new here. I’m not entirely sure what I’m doing, but if you love reading, that’s what I’m here for. I am looking for anyone and everyone that just wants to yap and rave about all things bookish. If that sounds like you, hi 🤗 I’d love to be friends! #lookingforbookfrie
Jessi M 📚

Jessi M 📚

535 likes

Book worm 🪱 📚
Are you in a reading slump? Want to get into reading but don’t know where to start? Well you’re in the right place! Here are three books that I consider an ez read and a real attention grabber: • Verity By Colleen Hoover- • Then She Was Gone By Lisa Jewell • The Locked Door By Freida McFa
Cece🫧🤎🪐

Cece🫧🤎🪐

157 likes

See more