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A close-up of the book 'A Certain Hunger' by Chelsea G. Summers, open with numerous colorful page tabs. The image has text overlays 'Unhinged Books' and 'For my girlies', suggesting a curated list of books.
A collage of four book covers: 'A Certain Hunger' by Chelsea G. Summers, 'Mary: An Awakening of Terror' by Nat Cassidy, 'Her Body and Other Parties' by Carmen Maria Machado, and 'Woman Eating' by Claire Kohda.
A collage of four book covers: 'Nightbitch' by Rachel Yoder, 'Acts of Desperation' by Megan Nolan, 'Ugly Girls' by Lindsay Hunter, and 'The Life and Loves of a She Devil' by Fay Weldon.
Unhinged Books For The Girls 🫀
Kind of like my book posts about feminine rage or being a woman but just more unhinged! 🙂‍↕️ #lemon8bookclub #lemon8challenge #girlsthatread #readingaesthetic #bookwormsoflemon8
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A stack of six books with a rainbow border, titled 'books with LGBTQ+ representation (that aren't romances!)'. A hand holds the books on a fluffy brown surface. The image includes the Lemon8 logo and username.
The book cover for 'The Great Believers' by Rebecca Makkai, a 421-page literary and historical fiction novel with a split timeline, summarized in pink text boxes. The book is on a fluffy brown surface.
The book cover for 'The Spear Cuts Through Water' by Simon Jimenez, a 544-page quest fantasy novel with a unique structure and multi-POV, rated 4.5 stars. Summarized in text boxes on a fluffy brown surface.
books with LGBTQ+ main characters 🏳️‍🌈
Happy Pride Month!!! Here are six book recommendations featuring LGBTQ+ characters, none of which are romance novels. I see everyone recommend LGBTQ+ romance books and i wanted to suggest some I don’t see super often (except one iconic book, The Song of Achilles). I have personally read all
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molly

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The image features a stack of dark romance books with the title 'SPICIEST DARK ROMANCE BOOKS PART 2' in bold white text. Five red chili peppers are at the bottom, indicating spiciness. The background shows various book spines.
This image presents the 'Cat and Mouse Duet' by H.D. Carlton, showing 'Haunting Adeline' and 'Hunting Adeline' book covers. Keywords like 'st@lker,' 'hate to love,' and 'anti-hero' are highlighted, along with trigger warnings for graphic viol3nce and dub/non con.
The image displays 'The Mindf*ck Series' by S.T. Abby, featuring a book cover with a hand holding an apple pierced by nails. Keywords include 'revenge,' 'FBI agent x s3ri@l k!ller,' and 'suspense,' with trigger warnings for @bu$e, r@pe, and graphic viol3nce.
spiciest dark romance books pt. 2
comment your fav dark romance <3 here are even more spicy dark romance books. be sure to check trigger warnings before reading. let me know if you’ve read any of these. #darkromance #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #bookrecommendations #books #romancebooks #booktok #reade
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A hand holds a stack of books, with the title "BANNED BOOKS to read right now!" overlaid in red and white text, set against a blurred background of a bookshelf.
A hand holds George Orwell's "1984" with its red and black cover. Text overlay lists reasons for its banning, including pro-communist ideals and critique of totalitarianism.
A hand holds "Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl" with Anne's portrait on the cover. Text overlay indicates it was banned for accurate depictions of the Holocaust and Anne's curiosity about sexuality.
banned books you should read ❌📖🏛️
with the tumultuous nature of the world right now, these are some really great stories that educate or warn readers about lots of things. these are just the banned books that i own, but there are SO many more that you should check out! - 1984 by george orwell - anne frank: the diary of a young
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Stand Alone Fantasy Books That Are Worth Reading
I love a solid stand-alone and these are some of my favorite atmospheric fantasy reads. #fantasybookshelf #fantasybooks #fantasybookrecommendation #standalonebooks #booksoflemon8
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Allie 📚💙

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A stack of books on a light surface in front of a fireplace with Christmas stockings. Overlay text reads 'BOOKS TO DESTROY WEAK MINDSET'. Book titles like 'Funny You Should Ask' and 'Nightbitch' are visible.
The book 'Mindset' by Carol S. Dweck is shown on a clear water background. Text bubbles highlight its impact: 'game-changer', 'shifted perspective from fixed to growth', 'less afraid to try new things', and 'see setbacks as opportunities to grow'.
The book 'Can't Hurt Me' by David Goggins is displayed in a cafe setting. Text bubbles describe its effects: 'made me mentally tougher', 'taught me to stop making excuses', 'pushed me to embrace discomfort', and 'gave me the 40% Rule'.
Books to level up
Top books to level up and destroy a weak mindset: **Mindset: The New Psychology of Success - Carol S.Dweck** Dweck's research on fixed vs. growth mindsets blew my mind 🤯. It made me realize how much my beliefs about my abilities were holding me back. Now, I embrace challenges and see fail
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A title card featuring the text "UNDERRATED MINDFUCK BOOKS" with emojis, and "Proceed with caution!" above. A book titled "A DAYBOOK of COMFORT and JOY" is on a table with a gold container and a cup.
The book "The Library at Mount Char" by Scott Hawkins is displayed on a desk with a laptop and monitor. Text describes it as "Mind-Bending," "Hilarious," "Thrilling," and "Profound," praising its imaginative and darkly humorous tale.
The book "House of Leaves" by Mark Z. Danielewski is shown on a bed next to a lamp. Text describes it as "Bewildering," "Unnerving," "Unforgettable," and "Haunting," highlighting its exploration of fear and storytelling.
Underrated mindf*ck books
Ever get that itch for a book that'll leave you staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, questioning everything you thought you knew? 🙋‍♀️ I've got a secret stash of mind-bending reads that'll do just that. We're talking stories that twist and turn, leaving you breathless and disoriented i
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A hand holds a stack of three Zane books: Skyscraper, Z-Rated, and Busy Bodies. The image includes text overlays "join Lemon8 Book Club" and "Book lover life," highlighting the user's collection of unread books by the author.
A hand holds Zane's novel "Skyscraper," featuring a tall building on its cover. The book mentions "FEATURES BONUS STORIES" and "THIS ANNUAL COMPANY PARTY IS X-RATED," indicating its genre and content.
A hand holds Zane's "Z-Rated: Chocolate Flava 3" anthology, which features a couple embracing on the cover. The book is described as "NO SHADES OF GREY, JUST RED HOT," suggesting its erotic romance theme.
Zane books
Books I had for years didn't read them. I did start reading the first book. I'm always buying more books I need to STOP!! I need to read the ones I have first. I know they are good all her books I've read are good📚📖 #book #books #BookReview #bookclub #bookwormsoflemon8 #boo
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An overhead shot of several books stacked on a white textured surface, with text overlay 'Books To Add To Your October TBR' and 'I wish I could read again for the first time'.
The book cover for 'We Used to Live Here' by Marcus Kliewer, featuring a blue house. Keywords like 'Intense' and 'Creepy' describe this horror, psychological thriller recommended for October.
The book cover for 'The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches' by Sangu Mandanna, showing a whimsical witch scene. Described as a 'magical, cozy & witchy' fantasy romance.
Spooky Books I’m Reading This October 👻
There's nothing I love more than a curated book list based on VIBES 💫🍂 So, here's exactly what I would tell you to read in October because I WISH I could read these books again for the first time along with a schedule for reading them this month: 👻We Used to Live Here, Marcus Kliewer
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irianna

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A person holds a drink, with text overlay "4 SKILLS THAT WILL PAY YOU FOREVER." The background shows money stacks and a yellow box on a wooden table, with a money-face emoji.
The image features the book "Superintelligence" by Nick Bostrom, with an owl illustration. Text overlays discuss the book's impact on understanding Artificial Intelligence, set on a desk with flowers and a monitor.
The book "Extreme Ownership" by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin is displayed in a bookstore setting. Text overlays describe it as a "wake-up call" for Leadership, promoting a mindset shift to own results.
Books that will pay you forever
My bookshelf isn't just holding books, it's holding the keys to unlocking my potential 🗝️✨  Each spine represents a new world, a challenge, a life lesson that's completely transformed how I see things. One book whispered the secrets of the future, another gave me the courage to speak
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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Books that taught me more than an MBA degree
An MBA is great, don't get me wrong, but it was these dog-eared paperbacks that *really* shaped me 📚💼 I'm talking about the kind of books that make you rethink everything you thought you know about business. The ones that stay with you long after you've turned the final page. They ta
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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Two people are seated at a pink outdoor table, one eating and the other reading a book. The image is overlaid with yellow text stating, 'THESE BOOK WILL DESTROY OVERTHINKING,' illustrating the article's theme of using books to combat overthinking.
The book 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle is displayed, with text highlighting its benefits for inner peace, spiritual awakening, and living in the present moment. It's described as mind-blowing and helpful for understanding overthinking.
The book 'Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy' by David D. Burns is shown, with overlaid text emphasizing its cognitive power, positive shifts, helpful techniques, and mood-boosting effects, likening it to a personal therapist.
These books will destroy OVERTHINKING
My brain used to be a non-stop drama queen, overthinking EVERYTHING 😩 But girl, I was DONE 🙅‍♀️ Done with the anxiety, the sleepless nights, and the constant feeling of being on edge. I knew I deserved better – we all do! ✨ So, I embarked on a self-care journey, and that's when I stumbled upon
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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My top 3 books that changed my life 🌸
Reading has become my newest obsession! It has given me so much knowledge that I’ve applied to my everyday life. The results are there! I honestly wish I would’ve started reading sooner! I’ll do a part two soon but these three are my favorite so far! If anybody has any reading suggestions please dr
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Lo

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Books to get ahead
Want to know a secret? The most successful people are *readers*. 🤫 **Life's too short to stay stuck in the slow lane, right?** 🙋‍♀️ I used to feel like I was spinning my wheels, watching everyone else zoom past. Then I discovered these hidden gems – books that didn't just tell stories, b
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A hand holds three books in a bookstore, with text overlays "4 BOOKS TO BE BETTER THAN 99% OF PEOPLE". The image introduces a list of books for self-improvement.
The book cover for "The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel, with text highlighting its impact on understanding wealth and making better financial decisions.
The book cover for "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, described as a "game-changer" for building good habits, breaking bad ones, and achieving goals.
4 books to be better than 99% of people
Real talk—before reading these books, I felt like I was just going through the motions. Stuck in the same habits, making the same mistakes, feeling behind in life while others seemed to be winning effortlessly 😩 But these books? They flipped a switch in my brain 🔥 I started seeing how small dail
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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Books I ignored in college & regret now
Remember those dusty books on my college bookshelf? The ones I swore I'd read “someday”? Yeah, well, “someday” is here, and I'm kicking myself for not cracking them open sooner. Turns out, those pages held insights I desperately needed back then - about history, the human spirit, dreams,
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A dark, cozy library interior with bookshelves and armchairs. Overlayed text reads '5 BOOKS TO MAKE YOU A MIND READER' with a brain emoji and eye emojis. The Lemon8 logo and username '@meredithjao' are in the bottom left corner.
The book cover for 'Predictably Irrational' by Dan Ariely, featuring a gumball machine. Text highlights 'Hidden biases,' 'Emotional decisions,' 'Predictable irrationality,' and a 'Rating 4.12/5.' The background is a white textured fabric.
The book cover for 'What Every Body Is Saying' by Joe Navarro. Text highlights 'Hidden Signals,' 'Interview Techniques,' 'Body Language Leaks,' and a 'Rating 4/5.' The background is a white textured fabric.
5 books to make you a mind reader
5 books that helped me understand others WAY better 🧠👀 You know that feeling when you just can't tell if someone's being genuine? Ugh! These books helped me decode people like magic (well, almost) Turns out, there's SO much we can learn about people by just paying attention! From the
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A hand holds the book 'The Answer to Anxiety' by Joyce Meyer, featuring a white cover with purple yarn forming the title and a tangled mess. A Target sticker indicates a 30% discount.
A hand holds the book 'Get Out of Your Head' by Jennie Allen, with a white cover featuring colorful rectangular shapes. A Target sticker shows a 30% discount and 'Over 1 million copies sold'.
A hand holds the book 'Clear Mind, Peaceful Heart' by Lysa TerKeurst, a devotion book for sleeping well. The cover is light-colored with watercolor floral patterns and gold lettering. A Target sticker shows a 30% discount.
Target books worth reading
#book #books #BookReview #bookwormsoflemon8 #bookaesthetic #bookclub #lifestyle #aesthetic #letschat #bookforhealing
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A person's lap with blue jeans and green grass, holding a phone with a clear case covered in book-themed stickers. Red text overlay says 'short books TO READ IN ONE SITTING on ku!' for quick reads.
An e-reader displays the cover of 'Evidence of the Affair' by Taylor Jenkins Reid, a short story about spouses having an affair. The book is 88 pages long.
An e-reader displays the cover of 'The Never King' by Nikki St. Crowe, featuring a dark skull. It's described as a dark Peter Pan retelling and is 198 pages.
short books to catch up on your reading goal! 📖✨
hey y’all! it’s been a minute. i’ve had a lot happen this past month from my best friends wedding, having to put my dog down, and moving into my new townhouse with my husband. therefore, i have not been able to read hardly at ALL this past month. but i’m finally back into it! are you also behin
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A young woman smiles while holding a cup in a cafe, with text overlayed that reads "BOOKS THAT STOPPED ME Wasting Time" and "Lemon8 @meredithjao."
The book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear is displayed on a wooden table next to a laptop and coffee, with text highlighting its focus on building good habits through small steps.
The book "Deep Work" by Cal Newport is shown on a table with a croissant and water, accompanied by text emphasizing its rules for focused success and managing distractions.
4 books to get your life back
Okay, so picture this: You're scrolling through your phone, another notification pops up, and you think, "Ugh, where did the day go?!" 🙋‍♀️ If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. I used to be the queen of "busy but not productive," constantly juggling tasks but feeling l
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A stack of books and a candle with text overlay "DISTURBING BOOKS BUT IT KEEPS GETTING WORSE," introducing a list of unsettling book recommendations.
The book cover for "Crime and Punishment" by Fyodor Dostoevsky, labeled as "Guilt-Ridden," "Philosophical," and "Brooding," with a summary about Raskolnikov's psychological turmoil.
The book cover for "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, described as "Intense," "Primal," and "Disturbing," with a summary about boys descending into savagery on an island.
“What Did I Just Read” Thriller Books 😱
Welcome, book lovers! 📚✨ Dive into the depths of these captivating reads that will leave you on wondering, “what the heck did I just read?!” 1. Crime and Punishment - A gripping psychological thriller exploring guilt and redemption. 2. Lord of the Flies - An allegorical novel that reveals the
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irianna

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Books that left my jaw on the floor
Fair warning, friends: these books are NOT for the faint of heart. They're raw, intense, and full of messy emotions. They delve into darkness, pain, and the messy realities of life. But they also offer glimpses of hope, resilience, and the incredible strength of the human spirit. I've fe
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A hand holds several books fanned out on a gray textured surface, with the overlay text "books that could be A24 movies." The Lemon8 logo and user handle "@mollz.y" are visible in the bottom left.
The book "Lost in the Garden" by Adam S. Leslie is displayed with keywords like "surreal horror" and "fever dream." A plot summary about three women going to Almanby and five purple stars indicating a "six star read" are also shown.
The book "One's Company" by Ashley Hutson is featured with keywords such as "literary fiction" and "mental health." A plot summary about Bonnie Lincoln recreating a TV set and four yellow stars are also visible.
books that need to be adapted into movies NOW!!
SOMEONE CALL ARI ASTER I HAVE THE PERFECT BOOK FOR HIM TO MAKE THE NEXT BEST BLOCKBUSTER FILM Honestly, any of these books would make for a fantastically weird, trippy a24 movie. I absolutely LOVE surreal weird literature and i LOVEEEEE surreal weird films and if someone could give any of these
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What books are you reading??? Drop them Below‼️
I’m currently reading this one but I need more books to read… Drop some good books in the comments please💕 #Lemon8 #selfcare #selflove #reading #books #becomingher
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FxckYourThought

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A hand holds the book 'The Deeper the Water the Uglier the Fish' by Katya Apekina, with other books stacked behind it. The image is labeled 'niche books' and includes the Lemon8 username.
The book 'The Deeper the Water the Uglier the Fish' by Katya Apekina is highlighted, described as 353 pages of disturbing literary horror, with a Goodreads summary and a trigger warning.
The book 'The Country Will Bring Us No Peace' by Matthieu Simard is displayed, described as a 128-page horror thriller translated from French, accompanied by a Goodreads summary.
six books i guarantee you don’t have on your tbr
And if you do have these on your TBR already…let’s be book bffs because you have immaculate taste 🥳 I love weird books!! Niche books!! Short books that pack a punch!! Literary horror books that leave you more unsettled and icked-out than traditional horror!! And ALL of these fit in one or multip
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books that feel like therapy 🫂📖
1. Stay Until Tomorrow by Jacqueline Whitney — This is your sign to stay another day. Take it one tomorrow at a time. Peace is never as far as it feels. You deserve to see another tomorrow. Stay. 2. Daring to Take Up Space by Daniell Koepke — Strength in giving yourself the best possible chance
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irianna

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A flat lay shows an open book with page markers, a green drink, and a snack. The title "BOOKS EVERYONE SHOULD READ in their 20's" is overlaid, suggesting a reading list.
The book "101 ESSAYS that will CHANGE the way YOU THINK" by Brianna Wiest is displayed. Key themes like finding wisdom, building self-esteem, and balancing passion are listed above it.
The book "The Creative Act: A Way of Being" by Rick Rubin, featuring a black circle design, is shown. Bullet points highlight themes of creative inspiration and overcoming fear.
best books to read in your 20’s
Here’s a few transformative self help books that I’ve read in my 20’s. I think back to a lot of these teachings often, and have even read a few more than once 🥰 📖101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think by Brianna Wiest: this book is so helpful when it comes to navigating adulthood and a lo
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leanna

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Reading the most banned books in America
My take on America's most banned books! Ever wonder why some books are off-limits? I dove into three banned classics and came out amazed. They made me laugh, cry, and think a lot. Here's my honest take on each. Spoiler: They're worth the read, controversy and all. Trust me, they'
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A person stands in a narrow bookstore aisle, looking up at shelves filled with books. Text overlays read 'MUST READ BOOKS TO LEVEL UP YOUR MINDSET & CAREER', indicating the article's focus on self-improvement and career development through reading.
A black book titled 'LADIES GET PAID' by Claire Wasserman, with pink lettering, rests on a gray textured surface. Its subtitle, 'The Ultimate Guide to Breaking Barriers, Owning Your Worth, and Taking Command of Your Career', is visible, surrounded by green plant leaves.
A white book titled 'PEOPLE BUY YOU' by Jeb Blount, with red and gray lettering, is displayed on a gray textured surface. The subtitle 'THE REAL SECRET TO WHAT MATTERS MOST IN BUSINESS' is visible, accompanied by green plant leaves.
Books That Boss Up Your Life
Unlock your potential & receive the benefits of reading these books to enhance your mindset and career development. I loved reading the following books because they offer a plethora of benefits such as: 📕Improving your confidence to achieve career milestones like getting the salary you d
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Kandice J.

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A stack of various Christian books, including "Keep It Shut," "Upon Waking," "The Awe of God," and "Drawing Near," under the title "Good Christian Books to Read."
A hand holds the book "Keep It Shut" by Karen Ehman, featuring a zipper mouth on the cover, with text overlay "The Power of your Words!" highlighting its focus on mindful speech.
A hand holds "Upon Waking" by Jackie Hill Perry, a 60-day devotional with a bird on its cover, emphasizing the importance of seeking God first each morning.
PART ONE: Christian books that helped me!
1. Keep it Shut - talks about the power of the tongue and principles such as gossiping. helps you become mindful of what to say, how to say it and when to say NOTHING at all. (VERY IMPORTANT) 2. Upon Waking - great devotional! the point is to seek God first upon waking and Give him your first h
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A hand holds a stack of three books, with the overlay text "SHORT BOOKS for literary girls w/short attention spans," introducing a selection of concise novels.
A hand holds the book "Small Things Like These" by Claire Keegan, rated 4.5 stars. Overlays highlight it as Irish literature that explores religion and gendered social expectations, described as thought-provoking and enlightening.
A hand holds the book "Sula" by Toni Morrison, rated 5 stars. Overlays describe it as a contemporary classic by a Nobel Prize winner, exploring class, race, gender, and female societal expectations.
SHORT BOOKS (for girls w/short attention spans)
Perfecting the art of the short novel is no easy task. Constructing a compelling plot, characters, and setting in less than 200 pages requires a certain level of technical skill that many authors struggle with. However, these three books do all of these things almost flawlessly. They not only manag
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why don’t I see more people reading these books?!😮
Sophie Sullivan is a vastly underrated romance author and I DON’T GET IT. She delivers on banter, plot, the beloved tropes, funny characters, and has the cutest covers to boot. She deserves it all. 🚨 CONSIDER THIS A PSA 🚨 If you’ve been looking for a new romance author to try, Sophie deserv
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hannah 📖

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fantasy books I want to read 🧚🏻🪄
my two biggest blind spots as far as genres go have always been YA and fantasy. Though I don’t naturally gravitate towards them i still like to keep an open mind and add them to my TBR when I come across them. This year I’m making more of a concerted effort to find books I like within these genres.
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bookrvws

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A retail book display features multiple thriller novels by Freida McFadden, including "The Housemaid," "The Boyfriend," "The Perfect Son," and "The Inmate." Also displayed are books from the "Twisted" series by Ana Huang. The display has a sign for #BookTok.
A hand holds "The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden, a #1 New York Times Bestseller. The cover shows an eye looking through a keyhole, with text "From behind closed doors, she sees everything."
A hand holds "The Housemaid's Secret" by Freida McFadden. The cover features an eye looking through a keyhole on a red background, with text "This perfect home has one rule. Don't look behind closed doors..."
Target books worth reading!📚
Freida McFaddens best book series. I could not put this down! I stayed up till 3am for a week!🫢 #targetbooks #freidamcfaddenbooks #fyp #thrillerbookrecommendations
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Fall books to read that aren’t the Secret History
I LOVE the Secret History, don’t get me wrong. But when I would get book recommendations for the fall, this was always the first one that can up. So I compiled a list of other fall books, some more cozy, some more dark, more academic, or just fluffy. I hope you find the perfect autumn book!! #fal
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