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January’s BOTM

#bookofthemonth #botm #booktok #lemon8bookclub #thrillerbooks

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If you're looking for a suspenseful thriller to kick off the new year, "Anatomy of an Alibi" by Ashley Elston is a fantastic choice. This novel cleverly blends elements of mystery with psychological twists that keep readers guessing until the very end. From my experience, what sets this book apart is how it builds tension through well-crafted characters and an intricate plot, making it a standout in the thriller genre. Following reading it, I found myself reflecting on the reliable narrative pace and the way Elston reveals secrets layer by layer. The book is also a great pick for anyone who enjoys engaging on platforms like #booktok or joining communities such as the #lemon8bookclub where readers share their thoughts and favorite moments. The story's intrigue makes it highly shareable and a great conversation starter. For readers new to thriller books, "Anatomy of an Alibi" offers a perfect mix of suspense and emotional depth without relying on overly complex plot devices. It's accessible yet compelling, making it suitable for a broad audience. Pairing this book with active participation in book clubs or online forums can greatly enhance the reading experience by connecting you with fellow thriller lovers. Overall, if you're aiming to immerse yourself in a thriller full of surprises while staying engaged with a vibrant reading community, January’s BOTM choice is highly recommended. It’s a personal favorite this year for its blend of mystery, character development, and social reading potential.

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A hand holds five January Book of the Month selections, including "Spells for Forgetting," "The Unmaking of June Farrow," "A Sea of Unspoken Things" by Adrienne Young, "What Lies in the Woods," and "A Killing Cold" by Kate Alice Marshall, in front of a bookshelf.

January BOTM Selections

Again I got 5 books from my BOTM selection. Anyone read any of these? I’m excited to add these to my ever growing TBR 📖 🐉 #bookofthemonthclub

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A smiling woman with dark hair holds up the book 'The Wedding People,' which features hands and a champagne bottle in blue waves on its cover. A bookshelf filled with various books is visible in the background.

P’s BookClub BOTM 🤍

Januarys BOTM is The Wedding People! It’s not too late to join the crew! Link is in bio! 🫶🏽🔗 #bookedandbusymom #botmbesties #theweddingpeople

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December was my first time trying out the book of the month subscription and the book I had chosen, Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney, was one of my all time favorite thrillers ever! This month I chose another thriller. A Killing Cold by Kate Alice Marshall. I’m really trying to stick to reading my B

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January BOTM ✨

Babylonia by Costanza Casati Genre: Historical Fiction My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This story is about the rise of only Queen to rule in Ancient Assyria - Semiramis. As someone who loves history, I enjoyed how the ancient epic of Gilgamesh was woven into the narrative throughout the novel. The mul

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BOTM January 2026 📚

January 2026 BOTM picks dropped!! Here is my pick! Which one are you picking?! 💓📚 #botmsubscription #readingmom #BOTM #reading #2026

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It’s always a fun day when you get #bookmail #botmsubscription #botmpick #januarybooks #tbr

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January 2025 BOTM

Excited to read my first book of the year! Thanks to #BOTM I’m ecstatic to really get into this book. #botmsubscription #bookofthemonth #botm #reading @BookOfTheMonth

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A stack of three books for January's book of the month picks: 'The Fury', 'First Lie Wins', and 'Interesting Facts About Space'. A 'Mountainside Cabin' scented candle rests on the top book, with a green plant in the background.

January BOTM picks 📚

this month had SO many good options that I couldn't pick!! I ended up picking first lie wins and then adding on the fury and interesting facts about space. what was your BOTM pick? #botm #bookofthemonth #booksoflemon8 #bookwormsoflemon8 #readersoflemon8 #readingaesthetic #boo

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january BOTM box 📖

when your #botm box shows up > #bookwormsoflemon8 #bookstoread #readersoflemon8 #readingrecommendations #readingmotivation #readwithme #fypシ゚viral #fyplemon

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Moonlight January BOTM

This book is so gorgeous 😍 I cannot get over how beautiful the artwork is! Book: The Lies of Lena by Kylie Snow #moonlight #bookmail #theliesoflena #kyliesnow #romantasy

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January nail color inspo 💙

Starting the year with cool winter vibes ❄️💙 Dusty blue nails bring a chic, frosty elegance perfect for January’s cozy mood! #wintery type of nails 💓 #nailideasforwinter #winternailideas #winternails #winternailinspo

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January BOTM Box

My picks arrived! #clytemnestra #Babylonia #thethirteenthchild #wheredyougobernadette also got my #bookpockettote @BookOfTheMonth

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A hand holds a white iPad in a protective case, with the text "+ PLAN JANUARY With me" overlaid on the image. The background shows light-colored furniture.

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An iPad screen displays a home screen with various app icons and widgets, including a weather forecast for Sunday, January 5th, and a small to-do list widget. The text "+ HOME SCREEN & WIDGETS" is overlaid.

PLAN JANUARY WITH ME ✨🥰

New month, fresh goals! 🌸 January is all about resetting routines and stepping into 2025 with excitement. I’ve got a good feeling about this year—let’s map out some magic together ✨ #JanuaryReset #2025 planner #newyearplanning #Lemon8Diary #2025goals

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January BOTM picks

These are the books I chose for my first BOTM box of the year! What did you choose? Which would you read first? #book of the month #bookclub #booktok #bookrecommendations #bookwormsoflemon8

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A collage showcasing three short nail designs: celestial chrome accents on light nails, simple black dot half-moon manis on nude nails, and jelly black lace designs with dark polish. The image includes text "January Nail Inspo extra short edition."

Short, light-colored nails featuring celestial chrome accents, including sun, moon, and star designs, along with small metallic studs. The nails are glossy and neatly manicured, offering a cosmic glow.

Short, nude-toned nails with a minimalist design of small black dots arranged in a half-moon shape near the cuticle on each nail. The nails have a glossy finish, creating an effortless chic look.

January Nail Inspo | Extra Short Edition

Short nails, BIG vibes this January! 🌙✨ Think celestial chrome accents for that cosmic glow, simple black dot half-moon manis for effortless chic, and jelly black lace designs to turn heads. Who says short nails can’t steal the show? Which one’s your fave? 💅🏻 #lemon8partner #shortnailinsp

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January 2026 BOTM!

So excited for my January Book of the Month! 💓New Release: Anatomy Of An Alibi by Ashley Elston 📚 #bookofthemonth #bookshelf #bookrecommendation #booktok #booklover

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Slacked on reading towards the end of 2023, but I’m excited to jump back in. First Lie Wins is my January book of the month selection and I’m excited to get started. #reading #readingaesthetic #botm #botmpick #botmsubscription #bookofthemonth #firstliewins #books #booksoflemon8 #

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An open journal with handwritten entries and two pens, accompanied by a glass jar with green plant cuttings and a small wooden bowl. The image has a text overlay that reads "January journal prompts."

January journal prompts

Staying consistent on these ✨🤞🏼 I absolutely love journaling but get so foggy on what to write! I love writing and plan to start these tomorrow 😌 Do you enjoy journaling? #wellness #habits #journaling #idea #january #aesthetic #healthylifestyle2024 #wellnesschallenge #h

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A collage showcasing three January nail inspiration designs: purple starry nails with gems, white and purple marble nails with glitter, and purple and pink aura gradient nails. The text "JANUARY NAIL INSPO" is overlaid.

A close-up of hands displaying square-shaped nails with a white and purple marble design, accented with iridescent flakes and subtle gold glitter, embodying a chic and timeless look.

A close-up of hands featuring dark purple, glittery nails adorned with white star constellations and small gold or clear gem accents, creating a cute celestial sparkle.

January Nail Inspo

New year, new nails! ✨💅🏻 January is all about fresh vibes, and we’re loving these stunning designs: 💎 Marble magic – Effortlessly chic and timeless. ⭐ Starry Swarovski – Cute celestial nails that sparkle as bright as you do! 💖 Aura nails – Soft, dreamy, and perfect for manifesting your goals.

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A dark grey water jug with measurement markings sits on a dark surface, next to two feet wearing white sneakers and socks. The image has a text overlay that reads "75Medium rules January 22- April 7".

A list titled "75 day medium rules" with a start date of January 22, 2025, and an end date of April 7, 2025. It outlines six rules including one workout, balanced diet, 2-3 liters of water, reading 30 pages, limiting alcohol, and 8 hours of sleep.

A text description of the key differences between 75 Medium and 75 Hard, highlighting one workout per day, permitted cheat meals and moderate alcohol, and less rigid hydration and diet rules. It states 75 Medium is ideal for sustainable habit building.

75Medium rules (January 22- April 7)

Okay, I been seeing 75hard all over social media & finally I decided to do it my self. Never give up. Never surrender. You can do anything if you just put your mind to it. 75hard - seems a little hard for me. I can’t do 2 workouts per day, working full time job. But 75medium seems great

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The book cover for "PHANTASMA" by Kaylie Smith features a skull surrounded by vibrant red roses and ornate gold filigree. A gold heart locket rests near the skull. The title is in large gold letters, with the author's name below, all set against a dark, patterned background with fiery accents.

January BOTM 🫶

Thoughts about this book? About o start it with my book club! 📖 #books #bookchallenge #lemon8diarychallenge

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Baltimore Day Trip January 10th

Took a day trip to Baltimore, MD today! 📍Stop 1: Maryland Science Center - This place is definitely catered toward children but I still had a great time at 21! We loved the planetarium show and got souvenir pennies. 📍 Stop 2: Tiny Brick Oven - We got lunch at the pizza restaurant from the vi

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January Magick Ideas

🌿✨As a green witch it’s hard to find things to do during this time with it being so cold and dark outside 🍄🧚🏻‍♀️ 🌱Here are a few things I’m planning to do this January and a few important dates for the month.❄️ #witchseason #witchesoflemon #magick #winterwitch #witchcraft

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A bullet journal page for January 2025, featuring a monthly calendar with "New Years Day," "Full Moon," and "New Moon" marked. It includes sections for "TO DO" and "GOALS," with "Gym 4-5x/week" and "Healthy Diet" listed as goals.

A bullet journal page titled "Monthly Goals" with a central diagram branching out to categories like Mindset, Health, Self Care, Career, Family, Home, and Finance, each with checkboxes. Decorative illustrations and a bee sticker are also present.

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2025 January Monthly Spread BUJO

#monthlyspread #2025journal #january #bulletjournaling #bujoideas

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January BOTM Box

January Book of the Month Box 📦 📚 @BookOfTheMonth #bookofthemonth #botm #bookhaul #reader #booklover

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A collage showcasing four different January nail designs: blue and white snowflake nails, nude nails with black tips and gold moons, nude nails with gold stars, and metallic blue nails. The image has 'January nail inspo SWIPE' text overlay.

A hand displaying almond-shaped nails. Most nails are a glossy royal blue, while the ring finger features a white snowflake design on a nude base, perfect for winter.

A close-up of hands with elegant almond-shaped nails. The design includes a nude base, black French tips, delicate gold crescent moon accents, and small black star decals.

chill vibes: blue january nails

embrace the winter blues with these stunning January nail designs! ❄️💙 from icy hues to starry nights, there's a look for everyone. which design would you rock this season? ⭐💅 #JanuaryNails #BlueNailInspo #WinterNail #nailinspo #nailideas

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A bullet journal open to a January spread, featuring a calendar, mood tracker, and productivity tracker. The pages are decorated with hand-drawn trees, and the image has a text overlay "January Bullet Journal Spread."

An open bullet journal showing a January spread with a calendar, goals, and dates section on the left. The right page features a mood tracker, productivity tracker, reading log, and a "to be read" list.

An open bullet journal displaying a "month in weeks" layout with five weekly sections on the left page. The right page includes a "month in review" section for favorites, top five lists (songs, movies, restaurants), reflection, and gratitude.

January Bullet Journal Spread

I already shared the first page of this in my last bullet journal post but I added to it since then so this is what I’m going to try for the month to see if it works best for me :) Is there anything that you track for the month in your planner? #bulletjournal #january #newyear #create

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A hand displays long, almond-shaped nails with nude bases and silver glitter French tips. Some nails feature silver glitter accents and a delicate snowflake design, perfect for winter nail inspiration. A diamond ring adorns the ring finger.

A hand showcases long, almond-shaped nails with nude bases and black glitter French tips. One nail has a black snowflake-like design, offering a dark winter nail idea. A gold ring with a diamond is on the ring finger.

A hand presents long, almond-shaped nails with nude bases and classic solid black French tips. This elegant design is complemented by a simple gold signet ring on the ring finger.

January Nail Inspo

January & Winter Nail Inspo 🤍1-3 Shop Starlow IG 🖤Pinterest for everything else #winternails #winternailinspo #winterfashion #winternailideas #NailArt #januarynails #january #lemon8partner #2024nails #nailinspo

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Learn How To Sign “January”

Today we are learning how to sign the word January in American Sign Language. This is when you only sign the first 3 letters J,a, and n! #lemon8partner #learnonlemon8 #january #americansignlanguage #asl #community #deaf #culture #hardofhearing #interpreter

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January BOTM unboxing! 📚

I’ve been a member of Book of the Month for over two years now and here are my favorite things about this subscription! 📚 - I love the anticipation of seeing which books they pick each month/selecting which ones I’ll order - it’s so fun getting copies of books that aren’t out yet (they often se

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January Favs ✨

Here are the deets babes! Matte Lip Stick- O.TWO.O (Web, TT Shop, Amazon) White Tote Handbag- Lovevook (Amazon) The Chicago (Luxury Candle)- @Harper & Co. Hoodie- GPSEStore (Web, TT) #january2024 #january #favs #luxury #lifestyle

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what made me happy in january 🫶🏼

just a few things that left me feeling good to start the year on the right note :,) lmk some of your january favs !! here’s to making Feb that much happier 🧘‍♀️ #januaryfavorites #january #shareyourthoughts #visionboard2024 #hotgirlwalk #collegediaries #monthlygoals #wellne

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A January 2024 mood board collage featuring a water bottle, gym equipment, a person with curly hair, sheet music, piano keys, a "Grade: 100/100" screen, a journal, a study desk with a laptop, and a string instrument. Text overlays include "January," "good things are coming," "ME TIME," and "beauty and brains."

My January Moodboard❄️🌨️🩵

#january2024 #goalsfor2024 #universitylife #moodboard #healthylifestyle #healthygoals #collegelife #visionboard #blackgirlcreator #musician ❄️ my moodboard for january 2024 ❄️ 🌨️ drink 60 oz of water 💧 🌨️ journal consistently 📖 🌨️ go to the gym 💪🏾 🌨️ have perfect g

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A light green spiral-bound notebook rests on a textured, light-colored blanket, with the text 'January Bullet Journal Set up' overlaid. Sunlight streams in from the left, casting shadows.

An open bullet journal displays a January title page with fireworks and string lights, alongside a calendar spread for January 20-31. The page includes the phrase 'New Year New Mindset New Results'.

An open bullet journal shows a 'MOOD TRACK' page featuring a snowflake design with numbered segments for days 1-31. Small face icons representing moods are at the bottom.

January Bullet Journal Set up

I started this month late, so there are some days missing towards the beginning of the month. I am so in love with this months mood tracker, but not the anxiety tracker, I wish I got a little more creative. I may not like it this month, but it gives me motivation to try harder next month. I also

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January Nails ❄️💘

First set of 2025 🌨️ #naillnspo #newyearsnailideas Chicago

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January Reads Wrap Up📚

Here’s what I read in January!✨Comment down below if you have read any of these! Or if any are on your TBR🩵 #januaryreads #booktok #bookshelf #bookrecommendations #bookrecs

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A light blue journal cover adorned with various colorful stickers and cutouts, including quotes like "I'M GLAD I EXIST!" and "THE SEE IS NOT THE PEOPLE MATTER WHAT YOU DO." A blue elastic band secures the journal.

An open journal spread featuring a colorful mood board for 2024, with illustrations of plants, books, a phone screen, a mountain landscape, and a bowl of ramen. Handwritten text details personal goals for the year.

An open journal spread showcasing a "YOUR FORTUNE" card, various stickers including an 8-ball and animals, and a handwritten letter from "Grandma" to "Cheyenne." A note expresses gratitude for the card.

January Journal Spreads 💌

Here’s some of my January journaling spreads that I did this month!! From collecting receipts and fruit stickers to writing about my emotions, I did it all this month! Slide through to find some inspiration that you might want to recreate in your own journal! 💌mood boards 💌stickers and cards

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A journal spread featuring printed book covers of 'Flawless' and 'The Queen's Gambit' from a Polaroid Zip, alongside handwritten notes and two small instant photos of people, reflecting January journaling about reading and a leadership meeting.

A journal spread documenting a 'Young Adults picnic' with instant photos of young people, handwritten notes about a beach photoshoot, and a receipt from 'The Yellow Deli' for a meal after the event.

A journal spread dedicated to 'Youth Winter Camp' at Camp Cedar Crest, featuring instant photos of campers, handwritten reflections, and a detailed 'CAMP PLAYLIST' with song titles like 'Holy Forever' and 'Graves Into Gardens'.

Heres my latest spreads of January

1. I found an old Polaroid Zip in my Desk and printed out the covers of some books I was reading! 📚 2. I volunteer in the youth ministry at my church and we had our first leadership meeting of the year! 💜 3. We had our first Young Adults picnic of the year! 4. I run the social media for the yout

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✨Fav BOTM (January Edition)✨

My favorite BOTM for January was ‘The Answer is No’ by Fredrik Backman. Honestly shocked because I feel like I wouldn’t normally read this kind of writing, but it was just wonderful. #favbotm #favbooksof2025 #lemon8bookclub #bookishaesthetic #books

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A pair of hands displays long, square-tipped acrylic nails with clear bases, white and blue tips, gold accents, and small gold cross charms. Several rings adorn the fingers. The image is captioned "I loveeeee these what i wanted."

january nails 💅🏾

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🙏🏽January 19, 2025 Step Into It 🙏🏽

Bible Notes from this Sunday Service 💜 #bibleready #PastorMikeJr #ItIsSow

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January content ideas ✨

#contentcreatoridea #contentcalendar #contentideas #2025planner #novemberaesthetic

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Weekly Dinner Plans - January

Weekly Dinner Plans for 01/12/25 - 01/18/25. List of ingredients do not include spices and seasonings, just listed are main ingredients for each dish and their sides. Sunday: Slow Cooker Ribs + Mac and Cheese + Green Beans Monday: Coconut Chickpea Curry + Naan Tuesday: Loaded Nachos Wedne

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January Outfit Diaries

Let’s go grab some coffee outfit ☕️🥰 #fashion #curvyoutfitideas #viral #Lemon8Diary

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Illumicrate January BOTM

Overview of what came in Illumicrate January box Book: Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yamboa #illumicrate #illumicratebooks #fantasybooks #books #booktok

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A blue Book of the Month box with 'JANUARY BOTM PICKS' on the front and 'Book of the Month' on the spine, set against a pink background with decorative elements.

Two book covers by Costanza Casati: 'Babylonia' featuring a sword and leopards, and 'Clytemnestra: A Novel' depicting a crown and faces, both on a pink background.

Three book covers: 'The House of My Mother' by Shari Franke, 'The House Across the Lake' by Riley Sager, and 'The Stolen Queen' by Fiona Davis, arranged on a pink background.

January BOTM Picks

The year started off with an amazing selection for January book of the month picks. I could only pick five books for my box but there were so many more that I wanted to add. My January selection was Babylonia by costanza casati, this fantasy was calling me and I also decided to pick her other book

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it’s january 1st ❄️🎀☃️🌟

#morningroutine #newyear #morningvlog #january1st #happynewyear

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A pink bullet journal cover for January, featuring white polka dots and dark blue snowflake designs. The cover prominently displays "January Bullet Journal" and "happy new year" with a "SWIPE" indicator.

A bullet journal spread showing a January 2025 calendar with a grid for all days of the month. Below the calendar are dedicated sections for "goals" and "Key Events", with a "SWIPE" indicator.

A bullet journal spread for a January review, featuring sections for "my go to SONGS," "TV Shows," "Movies," "happy things," and "sad things." The page has a pink and dark blue color scheme.

My 2025 bullet journal (january)

2025 January Bullet Journal •January cover page •January calendar •January review #january #bulletjournal #2025 #2025journal #Lemon8Diary

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21 Books I Read in January

I was clearly in my book bag this month #readingrecap #whatiread #books #bookrecommendations #blackromancebooks

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It’s January so you know what that means…

…it’s time to BULLET JOURNAL! I’m super excited to start out this new year with a new journal! It’s been 2 years since I’ve bullet journalled. Before this journal, I would take bullet journaling so seriously. I would have set plan for each month, making so many designs and trackers. Habit trackers.

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An open 'Probably Smut' box containing the book 'Mountain Boss' by S.J. Tilly, annotation tabs, and other book-related merchandise, with text 'hey, hot stuff. enjoy your (probably) smut' inside the lid.

The front cover of the book 'Mountain Boss' by S.J. Tilly, featuring a gray background with green foliage, a bear, and mountain-themed illustrations.

The spine of the book 'Mountain Boss' by S.J. Tilly, displaying the title and author in green text with a small green foliage design on a gray background.

Probably Smut January BOTM

Got this in yesterday 🥰 loving the green and the stickers have me really curious about the book and how they play into it. Book: Mountain Boss by S.J. Tilly #books #bookbox #romancebooks #tbr #bookmail

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