170 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

1/2

0 saved

10

If you enjoy books…watch this

I am on youtube. I am late to posting my 2024 book wrap up because I broke my foot and was depressed. Please share with other book lovers. I appreciate you all!

Youtube video: https://youtu.be/pfheE9wsOls?si=tZU_Li6XtKeBUGYV

#2024bookreccomendations #books #bookrecommendations #bookreviewer

2025/1/21 Edited to

As avid readers, we often find solace and inspiration in the pages of books. The year 2024 brings a plethora of exciting new releases and beloved classics that are worth exploring. Whether you are diving into thrilling mysteries, heartwarming romances, or enlightening non-fiction, each genre offers unique insights and adventures. Consider joining book clubs or online communities to enrich your reading experience. Engaging with fellow book lovers can lead to new perspectives and discussions that deepen your appreciation of literature. Additionally, make sure to check out online platforms, like Goodreads, to track your reading goals and discover book recommendations tailored to your taste. Don’t forget the impact of book reviews; they serve as valuable resources for selecting your next read. Influencers and dedicated reviewers create content that highlights must-read selections, discussing everything from writing styles to character development. Discovering these reviews can guide you toward books that resonate with you. Feel free to share your own recommendations or favorite reads from 2024! The beauty of books lies in their ability to connect us, whether through shared experiences or inspiring narratives. Remember to interact with your book-loving community, and may you find endless joy in the world of stories!

Related posts

books that’ll make you say « wtf did i just read »

Want summer reading full of absolutely strange and surreal and deranged books?? Me too! This one's for my weird girlies out there who want some classic weird literature. These books have everything from extreme cults, to cannibalism, to delusional women, to visceral details... so if that sou

3422 likes

✨3 Books To Help You Heal From Inside Out✨

If you're on a journey of self-healing, these 3 books will become your new best friends. Here’s the rundown: 👇🏼 1. The Key to Positivity by Kirsten Butler – This book is a powerhouse when it comes to shifting your mindset. Packed with simple, actionable tips, it shows you how to train yo

139 likes

Ashamed to enjoy books

I admit it. I enjoyed these horror books. #horrorbook #horrorbooks #horrorbooktok #scarybooks #horrortok

640 likes

An open book titled 'BOOK LOVERS' with the overlay 'HOW TO ANNOTATE YOUR BOOKS'. The book's pages are marked with colorful sticky tabs, each labeled with annotation categories like 'quotes,' 'romance,' 'humor,' 'banter,' and 'sexy.'

A graphic displaying various pens for book annotation, including colorful Midliner Pens, Le Pen Pens, and Muji Gel Pens. Each pen type has a description of its features and uses for writing, drawing, and highlighting.

A graphic showcasing different styles of sticky notes and flags, including multi-colored sets. Text explains their use for annotation, suggesting they can be drawn on and mentioning the availability of 'Annotation Kits' online.

Annotate your Books - How and what you’ll need!

Want to annotate your books like this?? Let me show you how! 🤍 SAVE this post for inspo and different things you’ll need for annotating your books. it’s easy AND totally customizable. You’ll want highlighters, pens and sticky notes to jot down and draw out the various themes and important deta

31.2K likes

An open book rests on a bed of colorful flowers, with the text overlay "SPICY CHAPTERS IN POPULAR BOOKS" at the top.

This image displays book covers from Ana Huang's 'Twisted Series': Twisted Love, Twisted Games, Twisted Hate, and Twisted Lies, each with a list of specific chapter numbers.

This image features book covers from Elsie Silver's 'Chesnut Springs' series: Flawless, Heartless, Powerless, Reckless, and Hopeless, each accompanied by a list of chapter numbers.

spicy chapters in popular books

i always like being prepared for a spicy chapter, so here are some popular books/series and their spicy chapters!! Enjoy 🌶️ if you have any requests, let me know in the comments!! #bookwormsoflemon8 #readersoflemon8 #lemon8bookclub #readwithlemon8 #booksbooksbooks #booktok #spi

5954 likes

For those who didn’t know 👀 There are books

So I’ve been seeing a lot of Practical Magic posts. Idk if it’s the algorithm or I’ve found my people. Practical Magic is my favorite movie. I have two copies on DVD for emergencies. It wasn’t until last year I thought I should check and see if there’s a book. Turns out there are FOUR. I know I was

868 likes

A collection of books titled 'weird books for weird girls' on a fluffy brown surface. Titles visible include 'The Virgin Suicides', 'Tender Is the Flesh', 'Organ Meats', 'One's Company', 'The Only Good Indians', and 'Our Share of Night'.

The book 'Cursed Bunny' by Bora Chung, a collection of short stories, is shown with summaries describing it as blurring magical realism, horror, and science fiction, featuring a dystopian gynecology office and a cursed rabbit lamp. It is 256 pages.

The book 'Lapvona' by Ottessa Moshfegh, a novel, is displayed with summaries about a motherless shepherd boy in a medieval fiefdom facing occult forces. It is categorized as horror, historical fiction, and magical realism, with 320 pages.

books that’ll make you say “wtf did i just read”

Want summer reading full of absolutely strange and surreal and deranged books?? Me too! This one’s for my weird girlies out there who want some classic weird literature. These books have everything from extreme cults, to cannibalism, to delusional women, to visceral details… so if that sounds l

9745 likes

I Have To Read These 4 Books Before 2025 😳

Well, I have to read them if I want to complete my self-imposed 12 in 2024 reading challenge! At the beginning of the year, I picked 12 of my special edition books that I really wanted to read in 2024 and so far, I have read 8 of them! ☺️ I don’t know why it is kind of intimidating sometimes to

1508 likes

Spicy books i’ve read 🌶️

Here are some of the spiciest stories I’ve read so far. I recommend each and every one of these books and if you do read them I hope you enjoy them as much as I did🤭😉. #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookchallenge #spiciestbooks #booktok #spicybookrecs #bookrecommendations #icebreaker #thelo

1605 likes

A stack of books with the text overlay "CONVINCING YOU TO READ SPICY BOOKS BASED ON ONE SCENE" in pink and black fonts, set against a blurred bookshelf background.

A hand holding the book 'Crossed: A Never After Novel' by Emily McIntire, featuring a bell design on the cover. An overlay describes a scene: "HE'S A PRIEST, SO HE WRAPS HIS HAND IN A SCARF TO AVOID SKIN TO SKIN CONTACT."

A hand holding the book 'Lights Out: An Into Darkness Novel' by Navessa Allen, with a blue skull and rose design. An overlay describes a scene: "HE WATCHES HER THROUGH A SECRET CAMERA... BUT SHE KNOWS, BECAUSE SHE'S THE ONE WHO PLUGGED IT IN."

🌶️ the best scenes in SPICY books 📚

Allow me to introduce you to some of my favorite spicy books 😌 These aren’t necessarily the most famous scenes, but definitely some of the best and most underrated scenes 🥵 I just started reading spicy books, and i accidentally dived in headfirst soooo… 🌶️ Enjoy these recommendations from someone w

6942 likes

Here are some very good scary books I think you will enjoy… if you’re up for it. #horrorbook #horrorbooks #horrorbooktok #scarybooks #horrortok

23 likes

An iPad displays the Apple Books app with a grid of various book covers, including 'The Comfort Book' and 'Do It Today'. Text overlay highlights an 'Apple Books Hack you might not know'.

A close-up of an iPad screen shows the title page of 'EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT LOVE' by Dolly Alderton. Text overlay instructs to 'Download any book PDF in the ePub format'.

An iPad screen shows the Apple Books app with the 'Themes & Settings' menu open. Arrows point to the page icon and the 'Curl' option being selected for page turning.

Apple Books Hack you have to try!

Discover a new way to enjoy reading with Apple Books! 🌟 Did you know you can download any book PDF in the ePub format for an enhanced reading experience? Plus, you can now turn your pages to get a more book-like feel! 📖 Just tap on the page icon, select ‘Curl,’ and watch the magic happen. This litt

396 likes

Two books, 'The Green Witch' and 'Santa Muerte Altars, Offerings, Prayers, & Spells', are shown with text overlay 'Books To read A Witch Guide'. These books are recommended for beginners interested in witchcraft and Santa Muerte practices.

The cover of 'Santa Muerte Altars, Offerings, Prayers, & Spells' by Marta Sevilla is displayed. It features a skeletal figure in red robes holding a scythe, with a lit candle on a black background.

The book cover for 'The Green Witch: Your Complete Guide to the Natural Magic of Herbs, Flowers, Essential Oils, and More' by Arin Murphy-Hiscock is shown, featuring botanical illustrations on a dark background.

Witchy 🖤 books for beginners✨

I love these books they guided me to learn more about my work with la santa muerte ❤️ and how to make herb oils, and heal✨ Purchased from:Amazon they got many options but these are my top 3 books I got from Amazon🧿 ⭐️Overall rating: 10/10 Additional Tips:Amazon does have many books if you

58 likes

The image displays six books standing upright within a green leafy wreath on a furry gray background. Overlay text reads "Diversify Your Shelves PART 1 East Asian-Inspired Fantasy Books," introducing a series on diverse reads.

The book "The Girl With No Reflection" by Keshe Chow is featured, described as a 2024 YA Fantasy debut with Chinese folklore, a love triangle, and arranged marriage themes, about a bride discovering a royal family's dark secret.

The book "The Dragon's Promise" by Elizabeth Lim is shown, a YA fantasy sequel inspired by Chinese mythology, featuring star-crossed lovers and a dragon kingdom, centered on a cursed pearl.

East Asian-Inspired Fantasy Books I Need To Read🫶

I have always been a big believer in reading outside of what you know and are comfortable with, and I believe that my bookshelves showcase that fairly well (but next year, I want to read even more diversely!) 💯 These are some of the East Asian inspired fantasy books I have on my shelves right n

936 likes

If you have more books than friends👏👏👏

📚𝙷𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚘 𝙱𝚘𝚘𝚔 𝙳𝚛𝚊𝚐𝚘𝚗𝚜 📚 QOTD: How many books do you read at once? I usually read 3 books at once; one ebook, one physical book & one audiobook! Lately I’m lucky to be reading one book at a time because this little mongoose takes up a lot of my time! That’s okay though, I am loving every mom

1305 likes

The book cover for "Chained" by Lacey Lehotzky, depicting a dagger and chains on a dark background. Text bubbles highlight its "unrelenting spice," "feral MMC energy," and "captor-captive" theme, with a 5/5 spice level.

The book cover for "What Lies Beyond the Veil" by Harper L. Woods, featuring a dark design with snakes and red/gold lettering. Text bubbles describe it as having "Fae + spice," "possessive & deadly MMC," and "painful angst," with a 4.5/5 spice level.

Fantasy books with toe curling spice

You ever read a book so spicy that you physically *have* to put it down for a second? Like, “let me collect myself before I combust” level spice? These books?? They DELIVER. They understood the assignment. Here's your “forbidden magic, powerful (and possessive) beings, dark fantasy worlds, a

616 likes

Scariest books I’ve ever read😱📖

If you are looking for dark, gruesome, thriller/horror books then look no further! These are all so terrifying, they stick with you long after you finish the last page. I think about these stories often, and hope you enjoy them as much as I did! 📚 #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #thrillerb

161 likes

A person in a red and white gingham top and shorts holds a dark book and a bouquet of red roses and baby's breath. A pink overlay reads "Dark romance books I'll always recommend."

The book "Neon Gods" by Katee Robert, featuring a black cover with a purple armchair, is displayed with an open book, dried citrus, and a candle. A "5/5" rating is shown.

A person holds a dark book titled "The Vernum City Series" to cover their face. They are wearing a dark top, and a "4/5" rating is visible.

Dark romance books I’ll always recommend

One of my absolute favorite book genres is dark romance. Like every other genre, there are hits and misses but when they hit they hit HARD! I wanted to talk a little bit about some of the ones I really enjoyed because I love giving out book recs, so here are just some. Have you read any of

637 likes

A hand holds a graphic overlay in a bookstore, stating 'AMBITIOUS BUT LAZY??? YOU NEED THOSE BOOKS!' The background shows bookshelves, setting the scene for book recommendations for productivity.

The book 'Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less' by Greg McKeown is held, with text highlighting its benefits: 'Less but BETTER,' 'Cut the useless tasks,' and 'Energy saved = success gained,' promising an easier life by focusing on what matters.

The book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear is shown, emphasizing 'Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results.' Overlays explain it helps build good habits easily, making self-improvement simple and effective for consistency without relying on motivation.

Ambitious but lazy? You need these books!

I swear, I WANT to be productive. I have big goals, big dreams… but the motivation? Inconsistent at best. 😅 Some days I’m ready to conquer the world, other days I just wanna binge-watch shows and scroll my phone for hours. The struggle is real. That’s why I started looking for books that help me

517 likes

A hand holds several fantasy books, with the text overlay "Beginner fantasy books" prominently displayed. The books are stacked, showing their spines and some cover art, against a blurred background of bookshelves.

A hand holds the book "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black, featuring a crown and branches on its cover. The text describes it as a fast-paced YA fantasy perfect for beginners, with manageable lore and a cozy feel.

A hand holds the book "Bound & Barbed" by Samantha R. Goode, featuring a sword, roses, and petals on its dark cover. The text suggests it's ideal for vampire lovers seeking a series with evolving lore and story.

Beginner fantasy books

Some of you asked me to do a post on fantasy books for beginners so I thought why not! I know a lot of people want to get into reading and aren’t sure which books to start with so I thought I’d give you four options of books that I think are good fantasy beginners. - cruel prince - bound & b

313 likes

If you love fairy tales-these books are for you! 🍎

Who else is a fairy tale fan? Right now kindle and Amazon books have come in clutch with these 3 (and more) fairy tale inspired books. Above I listed some tropes for each one. And here’s what good reads had to say: Snow so white➡️ rated 3.7 stars Grimhilde➡️ 0 stars (it looks like this book

112 likes

TBR Books I’m Scared to Start 📚

❗️UPDATE ❗️ I read If He Had Been With Me, REALLY did not like it. 2/5 stars (don’t come for me) 😭. It didn’t make me emotional at all, (which I’m a very emotional person), I’m surprised I even finished it. I started Twisted Love, dnf’d wasn’t my cup of tea 0/5 stars. I finished The Naturals serie

534 likes

A hand in a black lace glove holds several books with small knives tucked into their pages. Overlay text reads "DARK ROMANCE BOOK RECS WITH FEMININE RAGE" in red and white fonts, set against a fluffy white background.

The cover of "The Mindf*ck Series Books 1-5" by S.T. Abby, featuring hands holding a red apple pierced with nails on a black background, is displayed against other books on a fluffy white surface.

The cover of "Hunting Adeline" by H.D. Carlton, featuring a dark, gothic design with butterflies, roses, and a crown, is shown against other books on a fluffy white background.

The BEST Dark romance books

If you love revenge, feminine rage, a k!ll list then you’ll enjoy these books! #darkromancerecommendations #darkromancereads #darkromancelovers #lemon8bookrecommendations #enemies to lovers

510 likes

Two bookshelves filled with various books are displayed in a store, with the text 'TRENDING BOOKS FOR LOW PRICES' and 'SWIPE' overlaid.

A hand holds the book 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas, featuring a red cover with a black and gold intricate design, priced at $8.49.

A hand holds the memoir 'Crying in H Mart' by Michelle Zauner, which has a red cover with yellow noodles forming an 'H' shape, priced at $4.49.

How I Find Trending Books for CHEAP 📖📚

THRIFTING! Either go to your local thrift store, garage sales, consignment shops, etc. you are bound to find trending books everywhere! A lot of readers don’t keep the books they buy or many will just donate/sell ones they didn’t enjoy as much and I’m always finding copies of booktok books at thrif

41 likes

5 books you must read in 2025

Begging you to read at least one of these in the new year. These books are all 5 stars and easily the most entertaining reads you will ever read. I wanted to do a little bit of every genre so you would be able to find something for you. If you guys enjoy this post let me know because I have a m

120 likes

horror books to read this summer!!

Christmas in July? ❌ Halloween in July?? ✔️ Creepy cults à la Midsommar? Spectacular. Paranormal entities hell bent on revenge?? Give me fourteen of them right now. Goosebumps short stories but for adults? TAKE MY MONEY!! I’m a sucker for a good scare any time of the year, but there’s someth

213 likes

My Favorite Books With LGBTQ+ Representation 📚🌈

It's Pride Month!! 🏳️‍🌈 You know what that means? Book recs are coming your way! Here's a list of books with LGBTQ+ representation I've read and loved and books I plan on reading sometime this year! I hope you enjoy them! If you have any recommendations of your own, please put

174 likes

An illustration of three women taking a mirror selfie, with the text 'Romance Books With LGBTQ+ MCs' overlaid. Pink hearts decorate the image, and 'lemon8 @marnays07' is in the corner.

Four book covers from the 'Teachers in Love Series by M.A. Wardell' are displayed, featuring male couples. Titles include 'Teacher of the Year', 'Mistletoe & Mishigas', 'Napkins & Other Distractions', and 'Husband of the Year'.

The book cover for 'The Black Flamingo' by Dean Atta is shown, featuring a person with black feathers and pink flamingos. The text 'A Self Discovery Story' is at the top.

Romance Books With LGBTQ+ MCs 🏳️‍🌈📚

In honor of Pride Month, I wanted to share a list of romance books with LGBTQ+ representation with you guys 😊! This list is made up of books that I have read and books I plan on reading! They're all written by queer authors, and most of the books have BIPOC MCs, too! I hope you enjoy the

882 likes

A hand holds three books titled 'Hekate: Goddess of Witches', 'Entering Hekate's Cave', and 'Hekate: Prayers & Devotions for the Crossroads', with text overlay '3 Books for Hekate Devotees' against a background of spiritual items.

A hand holds the book 'Hekate: Goddess of Witches' by Courtney Weber. An overlay describes it as covering Hekate's mythology, history, modern worship, and witchcraft practices for historical and spiritual perspectives.

An open book displays text about Hekate, including sections on 'Owl' and 'The Witch in the Family'. Highlighted phrases read 'This is where I started to cry' and 'I just connect with her so well'.

Books helping me connect deeper with Hecate 🕯️📚

Still learning, still growing 🌙🔥🗝️ Would love more book recommendations from fellow devotees ✨ #hekate #hecate #bookrecommendations #witchcraft #bookrecs

17 likes

A black graphic with text 'If You Watch Raising Kanan You Need These Books' and 'Same streets. Same pressure. Same impossible choices. But your parents can't say a word.' It prompts to swipe for a list of books.

Book 1 of 7, 'The Hate U Give' by Angie Thomas, described as having 'Kanan vibes' with themes of street code, loyalty, and consequences, reflecting Kanan's world through different eyes.

Book 2 of 7, 'Concrete Rose' by Angie Thomas, described as having 'Kanan vibes.' The summary details 17-year-old Maverick dealing for King Lords and facing fatherhood, paralleling Kanan's story.

If You Watch Raising Kanan You Need These 7 YA Books 📺🖤

Same streets. Same family pressure. Same impossible choices — but your parents cannot say a word 😂📚 These 7 YA books by Black authors hit every note Raising Kanan hits. From Angie Thomas to Jason Reynolds to a St. Kitts-born author writing the stories Caribbean teens deserve 🇰🇳 Drop your number

1 like

Books I am saving For Fall🍁✨

I am such a mood reader!!! And I am so impatient!! But if I start these now I know I won’t enjoy them! So I need to wait till fall! These book just give me fall vibes idk why!🍁 What books give you fall vibes? #falllookbook #fallbookinspo #falltbr #lemon8bookclub #booktok #books

557 likes

books for the badass woman inside of you ! ⭐️📖

there are LOTS AND LOTS of books out there about awesome women, but most of these are books about women experiencing REAL things and they all encourage conversation to be had 🎙️🗣️ reading books is something that has been seen as political in the past and it still very much is and i feel like peo

288 likes

CHRISTIAN books like TWD

If you enjoy zombies, apocalyptic meltdowns, and intense thrillers then these books are for you. Imagine TWD with a Christian protagonist who trusts God through it all—then you have a small idea of what these books are about. There’s still a lot of drama, survival, and character growth. Each st

154 likes

See more